program
Certificate in Application of Emerging Cyber Technologies to Aerospace
The aerospace industry is facing a pressing challenge: integrating AI and cybersecurity into its complex data systems. While these tools offer powerful capabilities, most engineers lack the knowledge to apply them in aviation.
The Certificate in Application of Emerging Cyber Technologies to Aerospace, offered by the Concordia Institute of Aerospace Design and Innovation (CIADI), gives you hands-on experience applying AI and cybersecurity in real aviation projects. With these skills, you’ll be able to contribute to modern aviation projects and gain the expertise top companies seek.
Upcoming date(s)
Who should attend
- Engineers working in the aerospace sector.
- Aerospace professionals who want to broaden their horizons by upskilling.
- Professionals in transition who want to enter the aerospace sector and participate in a pivotal era in the aviation industry.
- Recent graduates looking to capture a highly sought-after positions in the aerospace sector.
- Organizations looking to gain a competitive edge by equipping their employees with skills that disrupt the industry.
- Companies looking to address the skills gap within their company and keep pace with the shifting aerospace industry.
Key takeaways
Apply AI and cybersecurity tools such as system optimization and predictive maintenance to aerospace challenges
Enhance cybersecurity to protect avionics, communications, and control systems
Apply secure data practices into engineering design and workflows
Gain the skills to participate in emerging technology projects within your organization
Acquire technical expertise to contribute to digital transformation initiatives in aerospace
Program structure
This 15-week certificate includes a weekly 1-hour live online session and about 2-3 hours of learning activities per week. You will work on assignments that reflect real engineering work, including cybersecurity assessments, AI-focused case studies, and a capstone presentation. This approach helps you master technical knowledge and communicate solutions effectively in professional contexts.
Note: A CEGEP-level understanding of engineering, chemistry, calculus and basic programming is preferred but not required.
Program instructors


