IAAE Canada - In-Person Courses

Our Training Programs require a minimum of 10 students. We can work with you to meet that minimum if needed. If you have any particular course needs that are not shown, please contact headquarters@iaaecanada.org. If you ever wondered what it takes to host a course at your airport, please see our Course Hosting Requirements.

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AEMT-Airfield Electrical Maintenance

Airfield Electrical Maintenance Training Course
(AEMT)

Instructor: Russell Mueller, ADB Safegate

Russ studied Education for Aerospace Technology at Toronto Metropolitan University and has over 35 years working in the airfield lighting industry including positions in project management, product and system design, field commissioning, and customer education.

Who Should Attend This Course?

This training is designed for Electricians and Apprentices, Maintenance Managers, Supervisors. and personnel responsible for airfield lighting system operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation.

Dates: August 26 - 28, 2025 (2.5 days)

Location: ADB Safegate Training Facility at: 245 Braneida Lane, Brantford, ON L7M 1T3

To register complete the Registration Form

Member: $1800.00 + taxes Non-Member: $2000.00 + taxes

Hotel: TBA (a room block will be available)

Please Note: Refreshments and lunches included, attendees will also be provided dinner on Wednesday evening.

Course Schedule:

Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:30am to 5pm
Thursday: 8:30am to 12:30pm

Course Agenda:

Day 1	Day 2	Day 3
• Welcome, Tour & Training Overview • Airfield Electrical Safety • Regulatory & AGL Introduction • Planned Maintenance Inspections • Series Circuit Theory Part • Cable Splicing / Primary Connector Kits • Primary Connector Kits - Hands On & Testing • Circuit Selector Switches (L-847) • Quartz / LED PAPIs - Setup and Troubleshooting • Recap & Discussion	• Welcome to Day 2 / Recap • ODALs/REILs/RTILs - Seq. Flashing Lights • LED RTILs (REILs) - Troubleshooting • CCR - Theory of Operation • CCR - Calibration and Troubleshooting • Series Circuit Troubleshooting & Demonstration • Discussion - Q & A • Radio Controller (ARCAL) • Elevated Light Fixtures - Installation & Aiming • Dinner with ADB Safegate	• Airfield Guidance Signs • L-867 & L-868 Base Cans • Inset Lighting Installation & Torquing • Airfield Lighting Control Systems • Wrap Up Discussion

Please Note: This course agenda may be subject to change

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations within 1 month of the course will incur a $100 administration fee. Cancellations within 2 weeks of the course will not be refunded.

In-Person TP312 5th Edition

In-Person TP312 5th Edition - Waterloo, ON

Instructor: Mike Lucking

Duration: 2 days

Michael Lucking is the Manager of Regulatory Affairs and Administration at the Region of Waterloo International Airport (CYKF).

With over twenty years of progressive experience focused in the field of regulatory compliance for Canadian airports, Mike is passionate about helping airports understand and apply regulations and standards, particularly TP312 and SMS.

As a former Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Inspector, Aerodromes and Air Navigation, Mike has many years of extensive real-world experience in the evaluation of compliance with multiple Editions of TP312, as well as first-hand experience in he provision of regulatory interpretations related to the CARs and TP312. Following is time with Transport Canada, Mike worked in the private sector, leading and participating in dozens of quality assurance audits and focused TP312 gap analyses and compliance inspection for airport large and small across the country.

Mike is familiar with differences between versions of TP312, and also the nuances of standards, particularly how a single word, comme, or intentional us of a slash "I" can change the meaning of a standard.

Most of all, Mike feels fortunate to have received incredible mentorship from dedicated TP312 experts, and he wants to take every opportunity to create a better understanding of TP312 amongst the airport community in Canada.

Location: Region of Waterloo International Airport at the Airport Operations Centre 75 New Germany Lane, Breslau

Course Dates: June 17-18, 2025

To Register: $550 Members $650 Non-Members

*Refreshments and lunches will be provided

Suggested Hotels:

Quality Inn Hotel - 2899 King Street East, Kitchener, Ontario, N2A 1A6 - Hot Breakfast Included

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kitchener - 4355 King St E, Kitchener, ON N2P 2E9 -Hot Breakfast Included

Course Schedule:

	June 17, 2025	June 18, 2025
8 am	Intro - Why comply with TP312/Regulatory structure/ History	In-class Preparation/ Recap
9 am	Chapter 1 & 2	Inspection Activity 1 (Airside)
1030 am	Break
1045 am	Chapter 3 & 4
1200 pm	Lunch	Lunch
1 pm	Chapter 5	Inspection Activity 2 (Desktop/Airside)
2:30 pm	Break	Inspection Activity 2 (Desktop/Airside)
2:45 pm	Chapter 5, 8 & 9	Debrief/ Recap

Pre-requisites:
Each participant must:
• Bring their copy of TP312. The document is available for free download at:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/civilaviation/publications/tp312-menu-4765.htm
• Is encouraged to bring an airside issue, particular to their airport, which requires resolution. A selection of these issues will be incorporated into group exercises.

Please Note: Cancellations within 2 weeks of the course will not be refunded.
Cancellations within 1 month of the course will incur a $100 admin fee.

2025 Accreditation Academy

ACA The 2025 Accreditation Academy
Instructor: Chris Wood, BSc., AAE	Duration: 4.5 days
Chris Wood AAE is the Airport Director at the Region of Waterloo International Airport. Chris holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Technical Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and an honours diploma in Airport Operations and Management from Georgian College. He is an accredited member of the International Association of Airport Executives (IAAE Canada), and holds a private pilot's license. Chris has taught various aviation courses at Georgian College, he has held a Board position on the Canadian Airports Council and is the current President of The Airport Management Council of Ontario.
Date: October 20-24, 2025 (4.5 days) Registration closes on September 19, 2025 Location: Toronto, ON Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Airport Group Name: IAAE Canada Group Code: 901 Book by phone: call our Hampton Inn & Suites Toronto Airport front desk directly at 905 671 4730 providing your group name and group code to be assisted. Book Online Here
Register for the Accreditation Academy: $1875 Members Enrolled in the Accreditation program $2175 Members not Enrolled in the Accreditation program
Learn more about our Accreditation Programs!
Course Schedule: The course will run from approximately 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and end on 12pm on the Friday.
Other Information: All students are required to bring a laptop or tablet to the course. Enrollment includes lunches. Please notify us if you have any dietary restrictions at: michelle@iaaecanada.org
Course Description: IAAE Canada's Accreditation Academy is an annual event for A.A.E. and A.A.P candidates. This week-long course provides an intensive review of the Body of Knowledge modules, and an opportunity to complete the multiple-choice exam at the end of the training. Completion of the Accreditation Academy and a successful passing grade of the onsite exam, will result in the Certified Member (C.M) designation.
Goals: Complete Phase 1 of the accreditation program and achieve the Certified Member designation. During this week-long program, candidates will review the text book and study guide materials with a facilitator and take the exam. The exam is composed of 5 segments: Administration & Finance; Planning, Construction & Environment; Operations & Maintenance; Communications & Marketing; and Safety & Security. A passing grade requires a minimum 60% in each of the five segments. The exam has a 3 hour time limit.
Pre-requisites: Current member of IAAE Canada Currently enrolled in the accreditation program Meet the prescribed requirements for accreditation
Refund & Cancellation Policy: IAAE Canada reserves the right to reschedule any program if the number of registrants is insufficient. In this event, we will notify all registrants and refund the registration fee in full. • Any costs incurred by registrants, such as hotel cancellation fees or airline penalties, are the responsibility of the registrants. • Registrations are transferable to qualified . • Cancellations within 10 days prior to the course date will incur a $100 administration fee. • No-shows will be responsible for the full course fee.