Level 1 - Heavy Equipment Operations
To provide the fundamental skills and knowledge applicable to wheel loader, backhoe and dozer operating and to obtain employment in the excavation industry as an entry-level wheel loader, backhoe, dozer or skid steer operator. |
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Level 2 - Heavy Equipment Operations
To provide the fundamental skills and knowledge applicable to wheel loader, backhoe, skid steer and dozer operating and to obtain employment in the excavation industry as an entry level wheel loader, skid steer, backhoe or dozer operator. |
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Mobile Crane Operations
To provide the fundamental skills and knowledge applicable to mobile hydraulic crane operation and rigging and to obtain employment in the excavation and/or construction industries as an entry level rigger or crane operator.
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Mobile Crane Operations 3 Week
To provide the fundamental skills and knowledge applicable to mobile hydraulic crane operation and rigging and to obtain employment in the excavation and/or construction industries as an entry level rigger or crane operator.
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Rigging Operations
To provide the fundamental skills and knowledge applicable to rigging operations and to obtain employment in the excavation and/or construction industry as an entry level rigger.
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Occupational Studies - Construction Management (Heavy Equipment Operations)
This is an ONLINE and RESIDENTIAL program. Construction continues to employ more people than any other industry. It is an ever-changing environment with top salaries. The mission of the this program is to prepare students with the skills to obtain satisfying employment and to lead the construction industry with high standards.
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Occupational Studies - Construction Management
This is an ONLINE program. Construction continues to employ more people than any other industry. It is an ever-changing environment with top salaries. The mission of this program is to prepare students with the skills to begin or advance their career in the construction industry.
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Our training programs are designed to provide an introduction to the heavy equipment industry and basic heavy equipment operation.
This training opens employment opportunities in many types of companies, including (but not limited to): excavation companies, utility contractors, underground contractors, plumbing, electrical, sand and gravel pits, landscapers, construction, mining operations, pool contractors, etc. |
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Where Could I Work?
- Graduates may have opportunities with firms in all areas dealing with construction: general contractors, architects, civil engineers, subcontractors, construction management firms, materials suppliers and government agencies.
- Jobs are varied, and work environments range from permanent offices to job site offices.
- Employed graduates be involved in the day-to-day construction of a project, using both theory and hands-on experience.
- There are hundreds of job types, including insurance adjusting, construction safety, construction equipment leasing and sales, and building materials sales.
- Construction is a basic need for any growing economy, and the people doing the work have to be located near the project.
- Opportunities are local, regional and national. Outsourcing is not a concern for construction professionals.
What types of skills do I need?
- Careers in construction require knowledge and skills in science, business and management.
- Knowledge about construction materials and methods, and codes and regulations is a must.
- Today´s contractors also need to know how to use computers to work with building plans, develop estimates, manage costs and set schedules.
- You should enjoy people, and believe in a team approach to problem solving. Add to those skills a positive, can-do attitude and a professional approach to work, and you´ll find yourself with an exciting career.
Associated General Contractors
of America
Trade association for the construction industry. Includes searchable database of member contractors. |
