CIP: 49.0299
Degree: Career Studies Certificate 
Program Code: 221-899-34
Program Length: 1 Semester
Minimum Credits: 16

Purpose:

This Career Studies Certificate in Heavy Equipment Operations is in response to the non-conventional short-term, credit-based program of study needs for many adults in our service region.  The Heavy Equipment Operations program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to operate dump trucks, bulldozers, and other vehicles classified as heavy machinery.  Training is provided in the safe and effective operation of heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes, with a focus on construction site procedures and equipment capabilities.

Program Requirements:

The Heavy Equipment Operations program equips students with hands-on training in operating machinery used in construction and industrial settings, resulting in the opportunity to earn the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Heavy Equipment Operations Level certification. The program includes certifications in OSHA 10, NCCER CORE, Wilderness & Remote First Aid, and Solar Installation Technician, ensuring graduates are workforce-ready with essential safety and technical skills.