The Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Technology advanced diploma program at Centennial College will allow you to gain a solid understanding of aircraft manufacturing operations, aerospace systems and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology. Through three years of training, you'll learn to work with key performance indicators, continuous improvement techniques and composite materials while also mastering CAD, CAM and CNC operations. This combination will help you to seamlessly transition into the industry.

Additionally, the Technology option will prepare you to effectively function in the field with math competencies, the ability to develop simulations, knowledge of finite element analysis, and the know-how to design, build and implement action plans. You'll also be taught business functions such as project planning and management, operations management, leading and participating in multidisciplinary teams, and problem solving. On the technical side, training will be rounded out with specialized knowledge of the impact of manufacturing systems, process engineering, product life cycle management and troubleshooting. This cutting-edge program takes advantage of both Downsview as well as Progress Campuses.

?Please note: Some courses may be offered in an online/hybrid format.

Program Highlights

• The Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Technology program provides you with a strong educational base in aerospace and mechanical engineering technology, preparing you to function effectively in your chosen career. It can lead to supervisory and management positions in organizations that deal with aerospace, mechanical, UAV, avionics, design and manufacturing of aerospace components and systems.
• The program offers a balance between theory and practice, including instruction in industry-current software.
• The project-driven program simulates actual workplace assignments and provides you with practical experience in designing, building and testing an original piece of equipment.
• State-of-the-art Aerospace Engineering Technology labs include Aerospace equipment, 3 and 5-axis CNC mills, CNC lathes, 3D printers, CMMs, thermodynamic and fluid power testing modules, manual mills and lathes, autoclave for composite materials, universal testing machines (tensile, torsion, hardness, etc.), robotic cells and UAV training stations.

Career Outlook

• Aerospace Operations Manager
• CAD Drafter/CAD Designer
• CNC Programmer
• Project Coordinator - Aerospace/Mechanical
• Service - Technical Specialist
• Inspection Technician (Quality Control/Assurance and Safety)
• Manufacturing Engineering Planner
• Manufacturing Methods Engineering/Specialist

Education Pathways

Turn your diploma into a degree through one of the pathways with our partner institutions. Successful graduates of the Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) Advanced Diploma program have the opportunity to apply their credits toward further study at the degree level. Listed below are the degrees from partnering institutions that are available for this program.

Please note that each partner pathway has a specific minimum grade requirement in order to qualify for transferring credits, which are assessed by the partner institution.