Description
Aerospace Manufacturing was collaboratively developed by Boeing Canada, Bristol Aerospace, and Red River College Polytechnic to prepare students for positions as skilled production workers in aerospace composite manufacturing.
The program consists of nine separate courses, all of which have theory-based lectures followed by practical project-based workshops. You complete the theory and hands-on components of each course before moving onto the next.
Each course has been streamlined to provide you with maximum, effective learning over the shortest possible training interval.
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION
Upload Through Your Future Student Account
If you do not have a Future Student Account or require assistance, please contact our Student Service Centre at 204-632-2327.
Internationally Educated Applicants - visit www.rrc.ca/credentials for credential assessment information.
However, if you apply within 6 weeks of the program start date, admission requirements are due within 5 days of applying.
We recommend you have strong academic, technical, and communication skills.
Regular Admission Requirements
| English Language Assessment | Minimum Required Levels | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L - Listening, S - Speaking, R - Reading, W - Writing | L | S | R | W |
| AEPUCE
(Academic English Program of University and College Entrance )
Requirement: Submission of a parchment (certificate) indicating successful completion of the AEPUCE program, including language levels achieved if available. | 8 | 7 | 8 | 6 |
| CAEL and CAEL Online (Canadian Academic English Language) | 60 | 50 | 60 | 50 |
| CLB (LINC)
(Canadian Language Benchmark - Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada)
Canadian Citizens: LINC programs are not available. | 8 | 7 | 8 | 6 |
| Duolingo
(Duolingo English Test)
* MINIMUM OVERAL SCORE OF 115 REQUIRED. There are no minimum required levels for L,S,R,W. Only Duolingo English Test scores that have been verified through the Duolingo English Test Portal will be accepted. | 0* | 0* | 0* | 0* |
| IELTS - Academic
(International English Language Testing System)
Please Note: 3 year expiry date for Nursing Program Applicants | 6.5 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE - Academic Online Assessment (Pearson Test of English) | 58 | 50 | 58 | 42 |
| Password Skills
(An in person English Language Assessment hosted by RRC Polytech)
This in-person, computer-based test is composed of four test modules: reading, writing, listening and speaking. The test takes 3 hours and 5 minutes to complete and is conducted in two parts. The first part assesses reading, listening, and writing, and the second part assesses speaking in a separate room.
Password Skills is hosted by the RRC Polytech Testing and Assessment Centre: E440, Manitou a bi Bii Daziigae building, on the fourth floor.
If you wish to do Password Skills remotely (not in-person), Password Skills Plus can be taken online. RRC Polytech does not offer Password Skills Plus, but we do accept the results for entry into program.
| 6.5 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Password Skills Plus (Password Skills Plus is an online assessment that can be taken instead of Password Skills. ) | 6.5 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| TOEFL-iBT
(Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet Based Test)
To meet the needs of students who are unable to take the TOEFL iBT® test at a test center due to public health concerns, ETS is temporarily offering the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test in selected areas. | 20 | 18 | 19 | 18 |
Consider this program if you have a general interest in aviation and have good manual dexterity, strong reading skills, a good work ethic with attention to detail, and the ability to follow detailed instructions.
You should be physically fit and be able to stand for extended periods of time.
| Location | Start Date | Apply Link |
|---|---|---|
| Stevenson | Sep 02, 2025 | Apply Now |
Students may apply for financial assistance through the Manitoba Student Aid program. For general information on applying please call 204-945-6321 or 1-800-204-1685, or visit their website at www.manitobastudentaid.ca, which also includes an online application. For detailed information, please visit one of the RRC Polytech Student Service Centres or call 204-632-2327. Applicants requiring financial assistance should complete their student loan applications well in advance of the class start date.
Basic mathematics - demonstrate the knowledge to use mathematical numbers in different forms to fabricate composite and assembly structure; ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide; use of fractions and decimals. Aerodynamics - demonstrate the knowledge of basic aircraft aerodynamics; aircraft flight; concepts of aerodynamics; lift, eight, thrust, drag theories; axes of flight theories; demonstrate knowledge of aerospace manufacturing regulations; air regulations (DOT, FAA, Boeing compliance).
Identify types of care (materials, classes, grades); ability to trim core (rough trim, net trim, CNC trim); ability to chamfer core (includes chamfer radius); stabilize core; recognize and use potting compounds (BMS 5-28); ability to pot and bond splice; heat forming; identify core (label and buy-off).
Cloth kitting - identify prefab material matrix (low and high temp); storage and handling life specifications; calculate exposure hours; hand cut kits; CNC cutting and labeling. Composite fabrication - lay up and bagging techniques; applicable tooling; accurately complete all required paperwork; define required acronyms, abbreviations, and terminology. Cure - determine correct curing procedure (oven or autoclave); ability to debag.
Trim - identify tool setback; use hand rout fixtures and routers; recognize necessity for CNC fixtures and trimming; ability to deburr; ability to chamfer and edge radius. Inspection - receiving inspection; inspection methods (drawing, visual, dimensional, NDI); self inspection and acceptance; composite vs. metal detail inspection; close tolerance hole inspection; rejection tag process; material test and retest process (Lab); precision measurement (Q.C. specific).
Assembly - align and attach parts; use temporary fasteners; trim and fit parts; drill, ream and countersink holes; disassemble components and parts; dress and deburr parts; assemble parts and structural fasteners; remove parts/components from jigs or fixtures. Fastener installation - select fasteners, lay-out hole patterns; drill, ream, and countersink holes; install corrosion treated fastener holes (wet installation); set and buck rivets; install swage threadless collars; install panel and cowling fasteners; install blind nuts; install blind bolts and rivets.
Exterior finish - material matrix (primers, conductive coatings and enamel); application of coatings; curing of coatings; inspection of coatings. Corrosion control - apply water displacement compounds (Alodine/Anodize); apply leveling compounds; edge seal details (composite, metal, resin, primer). Surface Preparation - material matrix (conditioners and pinhole fillers); cure surface materials; finish product. Shipping - details of protective wrapping of parts or shipping; identify parts; airworthiness acceptance procedures.
Blueprint reading - define the content of automated parts lists and advanced drawing change notices; interpret drawings, dimensions, notes (detail, assembly, installation); types of drawings and views; types of lines and arrangements of views; blueprint arrangement; interpret dimension elements, systems, angles, purposes; types of tolerance; aerodynamic smoothness requirements; assigned engineering numbers and block numbers. Process specifications - define content of material specs (BMS); content of process spec (BAC); recognize and use standard specs; process specifications departures (PSD's); spec control (liaise with Manufacturing Engineering); familiarize with Quality Assurance Manual (purpose, content, control).
Safety Health & Environmental Affairs (SHEA) - awareness of Health & Safety hazards; how to handle hazardous materials (MSDS); compliance with safety regulations; use of personal protective equipment; operation of emergency safety equipment; knowledge of housekeeping practices (5S's); maintenance of tools and equipment; awareness of fire hazards. Tools and equipment - select and operate hand tools; select and operate power tools; select and operate shop equipment; maintain hand and power tools. Precision measurement - sue rulers; use dial calipers; use micrometers; feeler gauges; hole gauges. Tooling fabrication - define fabrication techniques (models vs. Catia); define types of tools; tool sustainment; lay-out and fabricate a cutting pattern.
This course will prepare the student to take the TOWES exam.
Approved repair instructions (D6-53900); clean damage by sanding, grinding, and routing; prepare patching by step/taper sanding; shape/size core for replacement; replace cored areas with potting compounds; bond core replacement; lay-up repair plies using pre-preg cloth; cure repairs.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.
Where is Stevenson Aviation and Aerospace Training Centre located?
There are two Stevenson Aviation and Aerospace Training Centre locations -- one in Winnipeg and one in Southport. This program is being offered at the Winnipeg location at 2280 Saskatchewan Avenue.
Note: there is currently limited Winnipeg Transit service to the Centre.
The aerospace manufacturing industry offers rewarding employment and career challenges in a growing dynamic industry.
Graduates of the program have the opportunity to enter a number of companies in the Winnipeg market that repair or manufacture composite structures.