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The Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul Technology program follows the Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace (CCAA) outline for the Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul Technician and is CCAA accredited.

In this program, students will learn the techniques, procedures and the documentation requirements necessary to perform the disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly and testing of the turbine engines used to power today's aircraft.

The program consists of approximately 60% practical and 40% theory. Hands-on, practical training is carried out on a variety of turbine engines including the Pratt and Whitney 100 series turbine engine used on the deHavilland Dash 8 aircraft, the Pratt and Whitney PT6 engine and the Rolls Royce 250 engine.

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Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Repair & Overhaul Technology Courses

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Take the following course(s), minimum grade: 70%

Computer Literacy

This course is designed to provide learners with a basic introduction to computer hardware and software. Upon completion, learners will be able to utilize GroupWise electronic mail software, utilize file management techniques to organize documents and files, utilize word processing to create and edit documents, format paragraphs, set overall document formats, insert tables and images into documents. Learners will also be introduced to Excel spreadsheet software to create, track, and update data. Using Excel's calculating functions, learners will create estimates, invoices, financial tables and various charts.

Hours: 45
Course Code: AGTERO-1000
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1000 Computer Literacy
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Safe Working Practices and Techniques

This course consists of 11 units designed to introduce the student to the potential health and safety hazards present in the work place. This course also familiarizes the student with safe work practices and techniques used to avoid these hazards emphasizing the role of WHMIS and MSDS in the workplace along with the proper use of personal protective equipment needed to prevent injury.

Hours: 22.5
Course Code: AGTERO-1010
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1010 Safe Working Practices and Techniques
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Parts Inspection and Sorting

This course consists of 10 units designed to introduce the student to sorting and inspecting parts. The emphasis of this module is on identifying parts using appropriate procedure documents, determining the best method of inspection, performing dimensional inspection, visual inspection, interpreting NDI results and functional testing.

Hours: 243
Course Code: AGTERO-1020
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1020 Parts Inspection and Sorting
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Engine Assembly

This course consists of 7 units designed to introduce the student to engine assembly. The emphasis is on using appropriate procedure documents to organize and record parts. Assemble the parts into modules, rework as necessary, balance rotating assemblies, assemble the modules, install external components and inspect the assembled engine for completeness and conformity to standards.

Hours: 178
Course Code: AGTERO-1030
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1030 Engine Assembly
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Preparing and Rigging Engines for Testing

This course consists of 4 units designed to introduce the student to engine testing. The emphasis is on preparing the engine for testing, conducting pre-run safety inspections, testing the engine, and completing the appropriate documentation.

Hours: 30
Course Code: AGTERO-1040
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1040 Preparing and Rigging Engines for Testing
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Preparing Engines for Shipping and/or Storage

This course consists of 3 units designed to introduce the student to the procedures necessary to prepare an engine for shipping or storage.

Hours: 34
Course Code: AGTERO-1050
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1050 Preparing Engines for Shipping and/or Storage
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Reference Materials and Standards

This course consists of four units designed to provide the student with an understanding of established standards required in the aerospace industry. Students learn how to apply these standards using appropriate reference materials and properly documenting procedures while providing traceability.

Hours: 12.5
Course Code: AGTERO-1060
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1060 Reference Materials and Standards
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Tools and Measuring Devices

This course consists of 4 units designed to enable the student to safely operate, and maintain common hand, power and measuring tools. The emphasis is on proper tool selection, safe methods of operation, and the inherent hazards that could cause injury or damage during use.

Hours: 103
Course Code: AGTERO-1070
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1070 Tools and Measuring Devices
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Work Standards and Procedures

This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the damage types found on gas turbine engine components, and hardware, as well as the acceptable repair techniques. It also discusses the proper procedures for applying permanent and temporary markings to components, as well as locking devices, lubricants, and sealants. This module emphasizes the use of appropriate procedure documents, and the techniques outlined in them.

Hours: 123
Course Code: AGTERO-1080
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1080 Work Standards and Procedures
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Engine Lifting and Handling

Hours: 19
Course Code: AGTERO-1090
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1090 Engine Lifting and Handling
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Engine Operation

This course consists of 5 modules designed to introduce the student to basic gas turbine engine types, operation, basic construction and relevant systems. An emphasis is placed on the purpose of each part and system, how the part or system accomplishes its purpose and how the parts or systems relate to one another.

Hours: 120
Course Code: AGTERO-1100
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1100 Engine Operation
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Pre-disassembly Check

This course consists of 5 units designed to introduce the student to the procedures necessary to induct the engine into the overhaul facility with an emphasis on the pertinent pre-disassembly inspections. These include recording and documenting engine condition, oil analysis, conformance and borescope inspection.

Hours: 18
Course Code: AGTERO-1110
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1110 Pre-Disassembly Check
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Engine Stripping and Disassembly

This course consists of 3 units designed to introduce the student to engine stripping and disassembly. The emphasis is on practical application of knowledge gained in earlier modules as applied to stripping accessories from the engine, splitting the engine into modules, and dismantling the modules.

Hours: 102
Course Code: AGTERO-1120
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1120 Engine Stripping and Disassembly
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Non-Destructive Inspection

This course consists of 6 units designed to introduce the students to the main types of Non-destructive Inspection (NDI). The emphasis is on teaching the student how basic NDI is carried out and how to prepare and document parts for NDI.

Hours: 46
Course Code: AGTERO-1130
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1130 Non-Destructive Inspection
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Communications I

This course is designed to allow learners to develop preparatory skills for integration into the workplace. Upon successful completion, learners will be able to employ communication techniques, and compose a resume, a cover letter, a memo, and an email. Methods and strategies for job search, preparation and retention will also be incorporated.

Hours: 30
Course Code: AGTERO-1140
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1140 Communications I
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Precision Trade Math

This course is designed to enable the student to develop trade related math skills. Students will acquire competency in the math skills as they relate to their precision machinist program and future career. Emphasis will be placed on developing problem solving and critical thinking skills that the student will use in trouble-shooting. Students will be challenged to continually make connections between math and aircraft technician field, as well as every day applications.

Hours: 45
Course Code: AGTERO-1150
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1150 Precision Trade Math
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Physics

This course is designed to introduce students to mechanical physics. Topics in this course include kinematics, statics, energy, states of matter and waves. Emphasis will be placed on developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills as the students relate the physics concepts to their program of study and their future career.

Hours: 45
Course Code: AGTERO-1160
Detailed Course Outline: AGTERO-1160 Physics
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Program Facts
Start Date:	September
Length:	10 months
Location:	Summerside Waterfront Campus
Credential Issued:	Certificate, Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul Technician. This is a Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace (CCAA) accredited program.

Graduate Opportunities

Vector Aerospace
Action Aero
3Points Aviation
Honeywell
Pratt and Witney
US Federal Student Aid - Gainful Employment Disclosure

Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent
Academic math and physics grade 11 or 12
Resumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program

Tuition & Fees

Tuition
Year 1	$5,500
View a full breakdown of costs and booklist for this program.

Contact

If you have any questions concerning the Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul Technology program, contact:

motivepower@hollandcollege.com
General Inquiries (902) 888-6448

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