Heavy Equipment Operator - A.A.S.

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Synopsis – Heavy Equipment Operator Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Program Location: Signal Peak Campus

Course Objective:
Description: The Heavy Equipment Operator AAS degree prepares students to operate, maintain and service heavy equipment and layout construction projects. In this hands-on program, students will be operating motor graders, scrapers, front end loaders, bull dozers, water trucks, dump trucks, belly dump trucks, backhoes, excavators and other specialized equipment. The equipment in our fleet gives the student a feel for up-to-date equipment and for older equipment still used in the industry.

The Heavy Equipment Operator Degree is accredited by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), 13614 Progress Boulevard, Alachua, FL 32615; 888-622-3720; https://www.nccer.org/

Competencies to be achieved:
* Plan and explain a diesel related dilemma using effective critical thinking processes to problem solve. (Synthesis Level)
* Explain the importance of work safety, punctuality, and a team approach to develop and present class projects. (Comprehension Level)
* Explain the importance of good listening, requesting clarification for total comprehension, and accurately carrying out both verbal and written instructions. (Comprehension Level)
* Read for comprehension detailed equipment manuals, technical support materials, and career-related information. (Comprehension Level)
* Apply math/science computational concepts and principles to everyday living and to a career choice. (Application Level)
* Adhere to safe work practices while operating, servicing, and repairing heavy equipment. (Application Level)
* Safely operate various types of heavy equipment to exacting specifications. (Application Level)
* Perform in a safe and professional manner the preventive maintenance of heavy construction equipment. (Synthesis Level)
* Analyze and explain the process to repair various malfunctions of heavy equipment and concisely report the problems. (Synthesis Level)
* Demonstrate surveying and layout of construction projects related to earth moving. (Application Level)
* Explain the principles of approximating volumes of material that are related to moving, processing, and completing various construction projects. (Comprehension Level)
* Record manpower and machine data used to analyze equipment cost and efficiency as applied to a construction project. (Synthesis Level)
* Develop a resume focusing on the principles of applying for an operator position in the heavy equipment operator field. (Synthesis Level)
* Interpret documents used for the layout and construction of projects as related to shaping of earth, aggregates, and other such materials. (Evaluation Level)

Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Tuition (In-State) 60 x $75 = $4,500
Tuition (Out of State) 60 x $150 = $9,000

Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
* Heavy Equipment Operations Level 1 (Revised) – ISBN 978013663897
* Heavy Equipment Operations Trainee Guide (Level 2) – ISBN 97801333402513 
* Heavy Equipment Operations Trainee Guide (Level 3) – ISBN 9780133402568 
* Mathematics for the Trades by Robert A. Carman
* Technical Communication by Mike Markel & Stuart A. Selber

Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
* High Visibility Vest
* Current Valid Driver’s License
* Air pressure gauge that reads at least 100 PSI
* textbooks
* Steel-toed boots
* Hard hat
* Safety hat
* Safety vest
* Safety glasses

WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Veronica Duran
Email:  veronica.duran@centralaz.edu
Phone number: 520-494-5111 

Direct Website link to the program:
https://centralaz.edu/resources/AOI/HeavyEquipmentOperatorAASmap2024-2025.pdf

Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Drug Screening/pass drug testing, hold valid/current state driver’s license.
Other requirements needed: None

Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://centralaz.edu/admissions/paying-for-college/refunds/

Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: NCCER standards and credentials are recognized throughout the construction industry.
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes.
Career Pathway: Some courses completed may apply towards a bachelor’s degree.
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. HLC accredited courses are recognized by other educational institutions. NCCER credentials are recognized throughout the construction industry.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Higher Learning Commission; https://hlcommission.org/. NCCER (formerly known as the National Center for Construction Education and Research); http://www.nccer.org .

Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential during WIOA program participation or within one year after exit from WIOA.
Not tracked at this time.

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