Take the first steps towards a career as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician with Northern Lights College Aircraft Mechanic Basics certificate training program! Learn new job skills in an exciting and challenging industry in our one-year program. No Transport Canada accreditation is provided for the certificate program but it may meet the acceptable criteria in the Canadian Aviation Regulations 566.07 (2) (a).
Students will study aircraft safety, hangar hazards, airframe structures, engines and aircraft systems. They will learn to interpret technical manuals, drawings and blueprints, to disassemble and remove defective parts, to assemble and install replacement parts and test aircraft systems.
Students who successfully complete the certificate program may choose to further their training by completing the Aircraft Maintenance Technician Diploma (Transport Canada accredited).
Career Prospects
Employment may be found working for airlines and various other aviation-related businesses such as air taxis, police, air ambulances, survey companies, agriculture, and pilot training facilities. Some flying clubs also employ aircraft engineers. Others opportunities include employment as instructors, administrative sales personnel, technical reps, accident investigators or the Canadian Armed Forces. They can also be employed by aircraft manufacturers in production fitting or design and development.
Details
Intakes
Length
910 hours in total.
Each intake includes two, 20-week semesters.
Estimated Program Fees
Program fee type: Trades/Apprenticeship (Tier 2)
Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.
Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.
Domestic Fees
| Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related Fees (includes GST) | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $ 3,174.44 | $ 162.44 | $ 492.74 | $ 3,829.62 |
International Fees
| Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related Fees (includes GST) | International Medical Insurance | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $ 11,183.90 | $ 159.26 | $ 483.08 | $ 828.00 | $ 12,654.24 |
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Admission Requirements
Adults
English Requirement
One of the following:
- BC Language Arts 11 Courses – 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C, or equivalent.
- BC Language Arts 12 Courses – 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C, or equivalent.
- Alberta English Language Arts ELA 20-2, or ELA 20-1 with a minimum final grade of C.
- Alberta English Language Arts ELA 30-2, or ELA 30-1 with a minimum final grade of C.
- ENGL 040 or higher, with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalent.
- IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent English placement test and score.
Math Requirement
One of the following:
- BC Pre-Calculus Math 11 or BC Pre-Calculus Math 12 with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalent.
- Alberta Applied Math 20, Math 20-3, Math 20-2, Pure Math 20, or Math 30-1 with a minimum final grade of C.
- MATH 040 or higher, with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalent.
Concurrent Studies Students (dual credit)
English
One of the following:
- BC Language Arts 11 Courses – 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C, or equivalent.
- BC Language Arts 12 Courses – 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C, or equivalent.
Math
One of the following:
- BC Pre-Calculus Math 11 with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalent.
- BC Pre-Calculus Math 12 with a minimum final grade of C, or equivalent.
Science
- A grade 11 core science (preferably physics) or equivalent with a minimum grade of C.
Recommended
One Grade 10 level shop class is also recommended.
Important Notes
- The program is eligible for Canada Student Loans. Visit StudentAid BC to apply for financial assistance online. Note that dual credit students are not eligible for Student Aid.
- Students must provide safety equipment, including two pairs of full-sleeved coveralls, footwear having CSA safety-toe protection with soft soles for climbing on aircraft, and CSA approved safety glasses with clear lenses. Students are required to have a computer (laptop or other mobile device) with minimum computer requirements (opens in a new tab).
- The program is affiliated with SkilledTradesBC.
Program Requirements
| Residency Requirement | 100% of all coursework must be completed at an approved Northern Lights College training facility |
|---|---|
| Minimum Grade Requirements | Students who plan to complete the Aircraft Maintenance Technician Diploma and receive Transport Canada accreditation must achieve a 70% minimum course grade in all courses and must not exceed 5% absenteeism or 45.5 hours over the entire program, broken down per semester at 22.75 hours per semester. |
Semester One
All of:
- AMT 101 – General Introduction (10 contact hours)
- AMT 102 – Aerodynamics Fixed Wing Aircraft (25 contact hours)
- AMT 103 – Materials Aircraft Structures (40 contact hours)
- AMT 104 – Aircraft Hardware Approved Parts (24 contact hours)
- AMT 105 – Aircraft Hydraulic Pneumatic Systems (20 contact hours)
- AMT 106 – Aircraft Equipment Introduction (8 contact hours)
- AMT 107 – Basic Aircraft Electricity Dc (30 contact hours)
- AMT 108 – Blueprint Design (14 contact hours)
- AMT 109 – Hand Tools (24 contact hours)
- AMT 110 – Aviation Math (10 contact hours)
- AMT 111 – Canadian Aviation Regulations 1 (24 contact hours)
- AMT 112 – Flight Controls Fixed Wing and Rigging (8 contact hours)
- AMT 114 – Practical Projects (218 contact hours)
Semester Two
All of:
- AMT 121 – Canadian Aviation Regulations 2 (24 contact hours)
- AMT 122 – Non Destructive Testing Corrosion (24 contact hours)
- AMT 123 – Aircraft Aerodynamics Rotary (16 contact hours)
- AMT 124 – Human Factors in Aviation (8 contact hours)
- AMT 125 – Aircraft Maintenance Inspections (32 contact hours)
- AMT 126 – Basic Electricity AC (16 contact hours)
- AMT 127 – Turbine Engine Theory (24 contact hours)
- AMT 128 – Piston Engines 1 (32 contact hours)
- AMT 129 – Reciprocating Components (54 contact hours)
- AMT 130 – Electrical Systems (37 contact hours)
- AMT 132 – Practical Projects 2 (188 contact hours)
Credential
Certificate in Aircraft Mechanic Basics