College Certificate - Aircraft Structural Repair Technician

The Aircraft Structural Repair Technician is responsible for the assessment of damage, control of corrosion, repairs, modifications, and replacement of aircraft structures and structural components.  Some of the duties include:

Use specialized tools and equipment

Employ recognized techniques for maintenance repair and fabrication

Perform repairs using wood, fabric, sheet metal and composite materials

OUTCOMES

Develop techniques, standards and practices of structural repair that conforms to Transport Canada guidelines for the occupation.

Provide a broad overview of aircraft maintenance and repair functions with specific emphasis on safety practices in the industry.

Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.

Meet the requirements to become an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer category "S" - Structural Repair.

ACCREDITATION

This program is accredited by Transport Canada as meeting the basic training requirements for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s license category “S”. Transport Canada also grants qualified graduates a 10-month experience credit towards the 36 months required and credit for having completed the required knowledge exams. After successful completion of this program and the required work experience, apprentices qualify to write an exam in Aircraft Maintenance Regulations to acquire an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s license.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates may find employment in the following areas:

• Aircraft repair stations

• Aircraft manufacturing facilities

• Composite fabricators

• Composite repair stations

• Helicopter service centers

• Helicopter overhaul facilities

• Regional and national airlines