31 undergraduate courses in the 2026–27 Undergraduate Calendar, and 3 graduate courses in the Fall 2026 Graduate Calendar.
This course incorporates a survey of topic areas that impact the aviation industry in Canada. Key areas include aviation history, civil and military aviation, human factors, airspace and air traffic control systems, airport management, and aviation safety. The nature and impact of each of these topics is explored through a combination of lecture, class discussion and activities, and student presentations.
This course provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction that is conducted as part of the course. Students will complete flight training to the First Solo level. This course also includes the ground school required to prepare the student to write the Transport Canada Private Pilot Licence - Airplane examination. The course provides a solid base of the knowledge required to be a safe and proficient professional pilot.
This course is a continuation of AVIA 101 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction that is conducted as part of the course. Students will complete flight training to the Private Pilot Licence level.
This course provides the ground school required to prepare the student to write the Transport Canada Private Pilot Licence - Airplane examination. The course provides a solid base for the knowledge required to be a safe and proficient professional pilot.
This course provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction. The course provides a solid base of knowledge required to be a safe and proficient professional pilot.
This course builds on AVIA 141 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction. The course provides a solid base of knowledge required to be a safe and proficient professional pilot.
This course is a continuation of AVIA 102 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction that is conducted as part of the course. Students will complete flight training required to acquire the Night Rating and acquire additional cross-country Pilot-in-Command time.
This course continues from AVIA 203 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction that is conducted as part of the course. Students will complete a dual flight into high density controlled airspace (CYYZ). Students also complete a check-out in a complex aircraft and acquire additional cross-country pilot-in-command time. This course also includes the ground school required to prepare the student to write the Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence - Airplane examination.
This course continues from AVIA 204 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction that is conducted as part of the course. Students will complete a dual flight into a grass field. Students also complete a check-out in a glass cockpit aircraft and work on acquiring cross-country Pilot-in-Command time. Preparation for the Commercial Pilot Flight Test is started during this course as well.
An exploration of aviation non-technical skills and their impact on aviation safety and operational performance. Components explore workload, management, situational awareness, decision-making, and crew co-ordination.
This course provides the first part of the ground school knowledge required to write the Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence – Airplane examination.
This course provides the second part of the ground school knowledge required to write the Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence – Airplane examination.
This course builds on AVIA 142 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction. The course provides a solid base of knowledge required to be a safe and proficient professional pilot.
This course builds on AVIA 243 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction. The course provides a solid base of knowledge required to be a safe and proficient professional pilot.
This course builds on AVIA 244 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction. The course provides a solid base of knowledge required to be a safe and proficient professional pilot.
Students will gain knowledge about the requirements and constraints affecting recreational, commercial and research RPAS (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles [UAV], Unmanned Aircraft Systems [UAS]) flights for geomatics applications. Theory and conceptual factors affecting flight, remote sensing, and spatial analysis with very-high resolution data will be discussed. Students will gain knowledge about how to navigate regulatory requirements. They will learn how to link their science and research objectives with geomatics skills to mitigate risk and obtain regulatory approval for legal RPAS flights. Assignments provide a range of experiences to students that may include: applied aspects of flight campaign approval, setup, management; flight training; and integrating imagery with geographic information systems.
This course continues from AVIA 205 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction that is conducted as part of the course. Students will complete the Commercial Pilot Flight Test early in the course and then complete the training for the Multi-Engine Class Rating. This course also includes ground school to prepare students to write the Transport Canada Instrument Rating examination.
This course continues from AVIA 306 and focuses on exercises that apply knowledge of various considerations and procedures for flight in instrument meteorological conditions. Pairs of students will function as two-person flight crews during simulated IFR flights. Scenarios will enable students to recognize, avoid, or manage situations that lead to incidents. Also included is a tour of the Toronto Area Control Centre. The flight portion focuses on acquiring cross-country Pilot-in-Command time to meet the requirements for the Instrument Rating. This course also includes ground school in preparation for students to write the Transport Canada IATRA examination and training in wilderness survival and first aid skills.
This course is an advanced exploration of how aviation safety is managed at the organizational level. Content will include explorations of pilot threat and error management, safety management systems (including risk analysis and hazard identification), and safety audits. The focal point of the course is on understanding the nature and causation of accidents. This course includes significant student project teamwork.
A continuation of AVIA 223, this course includes ground school to prepare students to write the Transport Canada Instrument Rating examination.
This course continues from AVIA 324 and provides the ground school knowledge required to prepare the student to write the Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence - Aeroplane examination.
This course builds on AVIA 245 and provides the required Preparatory Ground Instruction to prepare students for the air exercises to be completed during in-aircraft instruction. The course provides a solid base of knowledge required to be a safe and proficient professional pilot.
This course provides an exploration of airline operations, emphasizing Standard Operating Procedures, advanced aircraft systems, and effective multi-crew coordination. Students will gain the critical skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the airline industry.
This course will instruct students in the principles of meteorology, focusing on the importance of meteorology to the aviation industry. Students will develop a deeper, applied understanding of the atmosphere, how to interpret meteorological data and conditions, and will be able to construct their own weather forecasts for aviation purposes.
A course offered in a particular branch of aviation, subject to availability of instructor.
This course continues from AVIA 307 and completes the instruction toward the Group 1 Instrument Rating. Training will be conducted using a combination of simulator, single engine aircraft, and multi-engine aircraft. Flight in instrument meteorological conditions will be conducted whenever practicable. Any outstanding flight time requirements for the issue of the Commercial Pilot Licence will also be completed. This course completes the flight training.
An exploration of how sustainability is sought within the international aviation industry. The course takes a cross-sectional approach to aviation, exploring sustainability within the various sectors that make up the air transport system (e.g., air law, aircraft, operations, navigation, airports, and safety). Both the positive and negative impacts of aviation upon the sustainable development goals will be analyzed through reviewing case studies and industry practices. This course includes significant student project teamwork.
This course continues from AVIA 325 and completes the Professional Pilot Program Course.
This course introduces students to the principles and practices of planning and scheduling in airline operations. It covers strategic, tactical, and operational planning, schedule development, flight planning, crew and aircraft scheduling, and disruption management. All of these topics are examined within the context of real-world constraints and industry standards. The course emphasizes operational efficiency, safety, sustainability, and the critical role of planning in delivering reliable air transport services.
An advanced special topics course offered in a particular branch of aviation, subject to availability of instructor.
Individual study of special topics not covered in other aviation courses. Students will not be given permission to register for this course until a faculty member has agreed to supervise the study and the student has developed a brief outline of study to be approved by the Director of Aviation.
From the Fall 2026 Graduate Calendar.
This course provides an overview of current issues and operational challenges associated with aeronautical research, aviation operations and management, policy and governance, and economics. The objective of the course is to provide a foundational knowledge base of the structure, terminology, theories, and practices of the air transport system. This course will facilitate an understanding of how various disciplines apply to aeronautics, facilitate interdisciplinary discussions and group work, and establish a foundation to allow learners to apply their discipline to address aeronautical issues. Interdisciplinary faculty members, industry guest speakers, and government professionals will be invited to share various perspectives on contemporary aeronautical issues.
This course builds upon AVIA 601, assigning multidisciplinary student groups contemporary challenges in the air transport sector. Student groups will have the opportunity to explore their issues through field trips, industry mentors, and support from interdisciplinary faculty members. The culmination of the group project will be a written report and presentation summarizing their investigation into the aeronautical issue.
This course builds upon AVIA 601, assigning multidisciplinary student groups contemporary challenges in the air transport sector. Student groups will have the opportunity to explore their issues through field trips, industry mentors, and support from interdisciplinary faculty members. The culmination of the group project will be a written report and presentation summarizing their investigation into the aeronautical issue. This offering is intended for students at the PhD level.