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Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician

College of the North Atlantic

Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

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Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician is a diploma in General Engineering programme offered by College of the North Atlantic in Stephenville, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 4,685 per semester (CAD 1,320 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: General Engineering
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 1,320 / semester
International tuition: CAD 4,685 / semester

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Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

College of the North Atlantic's Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician program is a two-year, six-semester diploma delivered on campus at the Gander campus. Students train to inspect, maintain, and certify the airworthiness of aircraft, covering airframes, engines, and avionics systems through classroom theory and extensive hands-on shop practice. Graduates become eligible to pursue Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licenses across three categories: M1 (small aircraft), M2 (large aircraft), and E (avionics). Coursework covers aircraft structures, powerplants, electrical and avionics systems, and the regulatory and safety standards governing aircraft maintenance. Graduates are prepared for careers with airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and maintenance and repair organizations, performing scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs that keep aircraft safe and airworthy, working within the regulatory framework set by Transport Canada.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 60.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Direct entry requires one of: a High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% average across eight Level 3000 credits including Mathematics, a College Transition Certificate with a 60% average including Math Fundamentals I & II, Adult Basic Education (Level III) with the specified mathematics courses, or Mature Student status (age 19+, out of school at least one year). International applicants must meet CNA's institution-wide English Language Proficiency Requirement (Admission Procedures AC-102-PR, Section 5.2): IELTS Academic overall band 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 53, or Duolingo English Test 105 (component minimum 110).

Application Details

Start Date: September

About College of the North Atlantic

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Type: College
Control: Public
Founded: 1997
Students: 8,000
Programs: 111
Location: Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician award?

College of the North Atlantic awards a Diploma in the field of General Engineering on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 4,685 per semester (CAD 1,320 per semester for local students).

Can Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at College of the North Atlantic.

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