Department of Aviation Maintenance(Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Category “M”)
This is a program where you can learn the skills to become an aviation mechanic in Canada. Gain skills through theoretical and practical classes for maintenance, investigation, upkeep, inspection, repair, alteration, etc. The program has a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, with close to 50% of class time being labs. Upon graduation, students will be eligible to apply for the AME M certification administered by Transport Canada (TC).
Employment after graduation
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Category “M” Public colleges (2-year diploma programs)
1. BCIT
| Program Name | Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Category “M” |
| When to enroll | Year-round admissions |
| Campus | Aerospace Technology Campus |
| Features | Located in Vancouver, Canada, BCIT is a top-ranked engineering school, with 96% of its Aviation Maintenance graduates securing full-time employment in the last three years. You must complete the five-week ACES0100 class prior to admission. |
2. Centennial College
| Program Name | Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance |
| When to enroll | Every September |
| Campus | Ashtonbee Campus |
| Features | The university boasts some of the best labs and invests heavily in ensuring that students have access to a wide range of hands-on experiences. We are working with several aviation industry companies to align our curriculum with the skills required in the industry. |
3. Canadore College
| Program Name | Aircraft Maintenance Technician |
| When to enroll | Admitted every September |
| Campus | North Bay Campus |
| Features | A leader in aviation training for over 45 years, we have a 90,000 square foot training facility, 10,000 foot runway, and 17,000 square foot hangar at North Bay’s Jack Garland Airport. Our recently expanded inspection center supports customized training programs. |
