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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.

Weeks to Complete:   Full Time - 3 Weeks
Credits: 6.53
Cost: Please call for current tuition and fees

Books, Tools and Supplies

10000 - Orientation

In this class policies, procedures, training hours and safety requirements are explained to the students.  (Lec 4.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0.0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0.0 Cl Hrs / .27 Sem Cr Hrs) [Prerequisite:  None]

00106-04-2 - Basic Rigging

This module is a condensed version of course 00106-04 Basic Rigging and introduces basic principles and practices behind safe and efficient rigging operations.  At this level of training, no trainee should perform rigging operations.  Only a qualified person should perform the rigging and moving of any size load on a job.  Trainees need only be aware of basic equipment requirements and selection criteria at this stage of their training.  They will be introduced to factors such as load stress in this module.  (Lec 4.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .27 Sem Cr Hrs  [Prerequisite: None]

38101-06 - Rigging Equipment

Describes the use and inspection of basic equipment and hardware used n rigging, including slings, wire rope, chains, and attaching hardware such as shackles, eyebolts, and hooks, as well as rigging knots. Explains sling angles.  Covers tuggers, jacks, hoists, and come-alongs.  (Lec 4.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .27 Sem Cr Hrs) [Prerequisite: None]

38102-06 - Rigging Practices

Desribes basic rigging and crane hazards and related safety procedures, provides an overview of personnel lifting and lift planning, and introduces crane load charts, and load balancing.  Includes instructions for rigging and lifting pipe. (Lec 4.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .27 Sem Cr Hrs ) [Prerequisite: None]

38201-06 - Wire Rope

This class will discuss the components and limits of wire rope. An in-depth look at the selection, installation, inspection, handling, and maintenance will also be covered.  (Lec 4.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .27 Sem Cr Hrs )  [Prerequisite: None]

38205-06 - Advanced Rigging Practices

Students, using a load configuration, will be shown how to find center of gravity of a load and the amount of sling tension applied.  (Lec 8.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .53 Sem Cr Hrs) [Prerequisite: None]

38204-06 - Lift Planning

This class discusses the factors and considerations involved in lift planning and implementation. OSHA and ANSI determinations will be reviewed and discussed.  (Lec 8.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .53 Sem Cr Hrs) [Prerequisite: None]

38206-06 - Personnel Lifts

This course discusses ASME B30.23 and 29 CFR 1926.550(g) requirements while presenting advanced operation techniques for hoisting. Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to: 1) Identify which federal regulations apply to hoisting personnel; 2) Identify which consensus standards apply to hoisting personnel.  (Lec 8.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .53 Sem Cr Hrs) [Prerequisite: None]

38203-06 - Lattice  Boom Assembly/Disassembly

Provides a step-by-step approach to the assembly and disassembly of long and short lattice booms.  (Lec 8 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .53 Sem Cr Hrs) [Prerequisite: None]

GA001 - Green Awareness

This course covers the impacts of the built environment on the green environment.  It introduces methods to reduce the impact on the green environment and explains how to apply the principles of a green building rating system.  (Lec 8.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / 0.53 Cr Hrs [Prerequsites:  None]

10016 - Rigging Examination Preparation

In this class students will review course material and prepare for the CCO Rigging certification examination.  (Lec 8.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .53 Sem Cr Hrs )  [Prerequisite: None]

10013 - Green Certification Examination

The  Green Advantage Certified Practitioner examination will be given.  The exam is administered by a certified Green Advantage Examiner.  (Lec 4.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .27 Sem Cr Hrs  [Prerequisite:  Successfully complete the Green Advantage class.]

10015 - NCCCO Practical Examination

The NCCCO practical examination for RIGGING will be given.  The exam is administered by a certified NCCCO examiner.  (Lec  0 Cl Hrs / Lab 4.00 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .13 Sem Cr Hrs )  [Prerequisite: Successfully complete the Rigging Operation program.]

10014 - NCCCO Written Examination

The NCCCO written examination for RIGGING will be given.  The exam is administered by a certified NCCCO examiner.  (Lec 4.00 Cl Hrs / Lab 0 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / .27 Sem Cr Hrs )  [Prerequisite: Successfully complete the Rigging Operation program.]

LAB00038 - Rigging Operations

This lab is designed for the trainee to put into action what they have learned in the classroom. The trainee will practice and perform various rigging operations. Under the guidance of their instructor, they will select the correct rigging hardware and rig the load to be lifted. Upon completion of
this lab, students will be able to correctly rig various loads for lifting: (Lec 0 Cl Hrs / Lab 40 Cl Hrs / Ext 0 Cl Hrs / 1.33 Sem Cr Hrs)  [Prerequisite: None]

Crane graduates will have taken the first steps towards National Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO).

Education Pays!

We encourage all students to obtain as much schooling as possible. When it comes time to find employment or negotiate salary with an existing employer, the more knowledge and experience you have on a wide variety of machinery, the better you'll look to an employer - and that translates to more money for you and your family!