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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)

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January 16 – May 15, 2026
Fr 13:00 – 14:00
Winter
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Online
$1,750.00
Term
Winter
Section
1
mode
Online
Fees
$1,750.00

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.

Our approach

Through expert guidance and practical exercises, you’ll practice applying AI and cybersecurity tools in real aviation scenarios. This approach encourages experimentation and reflection so you can contribute confidently to emerging technology projects.

Program instructors

Dr. Matin Komeili, PhD

Thermo-fluids specialist, Pratt & Whitney Canada

Caroline Pernelle

AI manager, Service Now

Dr. Jun Yan, PhD, PEng

Research chair in AI and cybersecurity, Concordia University

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