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Diploma in Avionics Technology

Canada

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What will I learn?

The Avionics Technology program provides the knowledge and skills required to start a career as an aircraft maintenance engineer (AME) “E”.

As an “E” licensed AME, you will be responsible for servicing and repairing aircraft electrical and electronic systems. An “E” licensed aircraft maintenance engineer maintains and repairs the aircraft's communication, navigation and data systems.

This program covers all the aspects of aircraft avionics systems used in general aviation, corporate, charter, and transport category aircraft and helicopters.

The program is four semesters long, with a break between semesters two and three. All classes are scheduled at the Art Smith Aero Centre for Training and Technology nearby the Calgary International Airport.

Potential careers:

Aircraft Instrument, Electrical and Avionics Mechanics, Technicians and Inspectors

Aircraft Mechanics and Aircraft Inspectors

Which department am I in?

School of Construction

Study options

Full Time (2 years)

Tuition fees
CAD$24,225.16 (US$ 17,795) per year
Year 1: CAN $24,225.16; Year 2: CAN $22,165.60

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

29 May 2024

Start date

6 May 2024, 3 September 2024

Venue

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

1301-16 Avenue NW,

CALGARY,

Alberta (AB),

T2M 0L4, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

At least 50% in the following courses or their equivalents:

  • Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or Pure Math 30 or Applied Math 30
  • English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2

English language requirement:

International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6.0 in each skill/category

Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): 60 overall band

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): A minimum score of 20 in each category

Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment (CLBA): A score of 8 in each section

Pearson Test of English (PTE): A minimum score of 53

Michigan English Test (MELAB): A minimum score of 51

Duolingo: 105 minimum

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About Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

SAIT equips its students for success in a global marketplace through industry expertise and hands-on learning, supported by world-class facilities.

  • Located in Calgary, the 4th largest city in Canada
  • Attracts international students from over 97 countries
  • Relevant, industry-led programs
  • Easy access to beautiful natural landscapes

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