Students admitted to the Pre-Aviation and Flight Technology program (ENT Program) and then to the Aviation and Flight Technology program (AFT Program) will attend the college for 8 consecutive semesters (2 ¾ years). In the flying portion of the program, the student obtains all the licences and ratings required for employment as a commercial pilot. For the first two semesters, students study a variety of engineering technology subjects such as mathematics, mechanics, electricity, electronics and physics as well as English. They also take two aeronautics courses designed to prepare them for Transport Canada's written examination for the private pilot's licence. Prior to the completion of the first summer semester, the student qualifies for a Private Pilot's Licence. Students in possession of a Private Pilot Licence will undergo an evaluation and be prescribed currency proficiency training on an "as required basis". The training syllabus for all other students will be tailored individually to their previous flight experience. During subsequent semesters, the student qualifies for a Commercial Pilot Licence, a multi-engine endorsement, and an instrument rating. By the end, students will have obtained over 200 hours of dual, simulator, and pilot in-command training.

Graduates of this program are typically employed initially as flight instructors or in light charter or bush operations. With experience, graduates may progress to positions in the scheduled airlines or corporate aviation, or to positions of airways and facilities inspectors, or civil aviation inspectors. Some graduates elect to pursue careers in aviation management or as air traffic controllers.

Common Job Titles:

- Air Pilot,
- Flying Instructor,
- Charter Pilot,
- Air Traffic Control,
- Civil Aviation Inspector,
- Co-pilot

Employment for this occupation is expected to increase more slowly than the average for all occupations through 2005. Most job openings will be created as older workers retire. Continued restructuring and increased competition in the air industry will affect the employment prospects for these occupations. However, pilots trained in Canada can also work in other countries. For example, Canada's licensing standards are similar to those of the United States. Technology is also impacting on the skill requirements for this occupational group.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma, advanced or general level credits
• Grade 12 English
• Grade 12 Mathematics, advanced level
• Grade 11 or 12 Physics, advanced level
• Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry
  
  

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