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Description
Heavy equipment operators use machinery to move construction materials, earth, and other heavy materials at construction sites, mines, and sometimes your back yard. They operate equipment that clears and grades land to prepare it for construction of roads, buildings, and neighborhoods. They dig trenches to lay or repair sewer and other pipelines, and they hoist heavy construction materials. They may even work offshore constructing oil rigs. Heavy equipment operators also operate machinery that applies asphalt and concrete to roads and other structures.
Operators control equipment by moving levers or foot pedals, operating switches, or turning dials. The operation of much of this equipment is becoming more complex as a result of computerized controls. In addition to controlling the equipment, equipment operators also set up and inspect the equipment, make adjustments, and perform some maintenance and minor repairs.
Many heavy equipment operators work outdoors, in nearly every type of climate and weather condition, although in many areas of the country, some types of construction operations must be suspended in winter or during periods of extremely wet weather. Operating heavy equipment can be dangerous. As with most machinery, accidents generally can be avoided by observing proper operating procedures and safety practices. Operators may have irregular hours because work on some construction projects continues around the clock or must be performed late at night or early in the morning. Some operators work in remote locations on large construction projects, such as highways and dams, or in factory or mining operations.
(Adapted from the 2006 Occupational Outlook Handbook.)
Certification
Salt Lake • Tooele Applied Technology College (SLTATC) Certificate of Proficiency: Heavy Equipment Operator.
Program Disclosure Documents
The College has a detailed disclosure document which discusses important information about being a student in the Heavy Duty Diesel Technician program. Access the program disclosure documents.
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Skills you will learn:
- Demonstrate safety habits, and handling and disposal of hazardous materials
- Demonstrate the proper use of laser levels.
- Demonstrate how to read grades.
- Demonstrate start-up and shut-down procedures.
- Perform equipment inspections, and preventive maintenance.
- Demonstrate proper mounting of tools, and tool applications.
- Demonstrate proper equipment operations and practice with four types of equipment: skid steer, roller, mini-excavator and back hoe.
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Structure
Fixed class schedule, traditional classroom and hands-on instruction
Length
This program runs seven weeks and provides 140 hours of classroom and hands-on operating instruction. Sponsored students may be required to complete programs and courses within a certain time period
Location
This program is offered at the following location:
Program Admission Requirements
Students must be at least 18 years old and must provide evidence that the CRL 5-panel drug screen was passed.
Occupation & Licensure Requirements
It is highly recommended that students also obtain a Class A Commerical Drivers License. Many employers require that Heavy Equipment Operators have a Class A CDL in order to transport the equipment.
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Tuition and Fees: Heavy Equipment Operator
Fees as of July 1, 2006. Subject to change without notice.
| General College Fees |
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| Late Payment |
$5.00
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| Registration - Program |
40.00
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| Registration - Single Class |
5.00
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| Re-enrollment |
20.00
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| Schedule Change |
5.00
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| Transcript |
3.00
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| UCAT Graduation |
15.00
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| Heavy Equipment Operator 140 hour program |
| Approximate Training Time: |
7 weeks (Defined)
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| Estimated Cost of College Tuition: * |
$222
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| Estimated Cost of College Fees (registration/supplies): * |
$1,477
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Estimated Cost of Required Books:**
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$0
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Estimated Cost of Materials not included with supply fee: (Student is responsible to pay a third party provider for these items)
- Gloves
- Steel Toe Boots
- Hard Hat
- Yellow Vest
- Safety Glasses
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$138
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| Estimated Total Cost of Training: * |
$1,699
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*Costs are based upon the enrollment of 30 hours per week, 20 hours per week and 10 hours per week and 100% progress, for in-state, adult students. Actual training time and cost of tuition will be based upon the exact number of hours a student is enrolled each week and progress in their courses. Tuition and fee information is published on the College web site. College fees include registration fee and monthly supply fee.
**See bookstore for texts required by course and current pricing. Optional texts are not included in this cost.
This publication is not a contractual agreement. While all costs are good faith estimates based upon current prices, the costs of textbooks, materials, equipment and clothing are variable and outside of the control of the College.
Tuition rates are established and approved by the Utah State Board of Regents and the Utah College of Applied Technology Board of Trustees. In accordance with State law, the public will be notified in advance and will be able to comment regarding any proposed changes in tuition.
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