Start your career as an aircraft avionics technician by learning to repair and maintain the electrical and electronic systems — including communication, navigation and data systems — in all types of airplanes and helicopters.

The Avionics Technology program offers the student 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 the servicing and repair of aircraft electrical and electronic systems. An “E” licensed aircraft maintenance engineer will maintain and repair the aircraft communication, navigation and data systems. The Avionic Technology program covers all the aspects of aircraft avionics systems used in general aviation, corporate, charter, transport category aircraft, and helicopters.

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

Is this the right fit for me?
Most successful students spend approximately two hours each day doing homework and review, with additional study required to prepare for exams.

The material is presented at a fairly rapid rate so, for the greatest level of success, students must be present and take responsibility for their learning experience.

Students must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language at a level exceeding basic conversational English.

Students with higher grades usually experience more success in SAIT programs.

Accreditation
The program's accreditation is ongoing and subject to periodic audits from Transport Canada.

Credential
After successfully completing this program, graduates will be awarded a SAIT diploma in Avionics Technology.

Students who achieve 50% or higher in each course as well as maintain a 2.0 GPA will receive a SAIT diploma.

Graduates who are in compliance with the required attendance (95%) and minimum marks of 70% in each course will receive Transport Canada credit of 18 months' work experience towards the 'E' category AME license.

Graduates can pursue job opportunities as a(n):

avionics technician
avionics technologist
aircraft electronics technician
mechanic
Related careers include:

electronic engineering technologist
aircraft structures technician