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Heavy Equipment Operations

Program Description

» Operate and maintain bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, and other construction equipment
» Load and move dirt to shape the earth to proper grade for effective site preparation 
» Perform critical blueprint interpretation, transit level operation, and excavation techniques 

CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education. 

Hands-On Operation of:
» Excavator 
» Loader 
» Dozer 
» Tractor
» Dump Truck 
» Skid Steer 
» Sheep Foot Roller
» Backhoe
» Rough Terrain and Industrial Forklift 

Credentials & Certifications
» OSHA 10
» CPR/First Aid (American Safety Health Institute)
» Forklift - (150501) 
» Aerial Lift Certification - (ALC) 
» CDL Class A Unrestricted - Truck Driver Endorsement - (OBM CDL 1200) 
» NCCER Core - Heavy Equipment Operations - (NCCER 0202) 
» NCCER Level I - HEO - (NCCER 0202 I) 
» ACT National Career Readiness Credential - (ACT NCR) 

Total Program Charges:
» $14,174
» Includes tuition, all books, laptop, CDL training, materials, PPE, all certification tests and fees. 

Breakdown of Total:

  • Tuition & Fees:  $12,569
  • Book/Laptop Costs:  $1,015
  • Supplies: $590

Class Schedule: 

  • 720 hours   25 weeks
  • Mon - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • August 1, 2023 - January 25, 2024

APPLICATIONS FOR AUGUST 2023 ARE OPEN NOW 

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 CIP CODE: 49.0202 

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