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Heavy Equipment Operator

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  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: 22 Weeks
  • Start Date: September 2022

    This program is currently full for Fall 2022 and applications are now closed. Please continue to revisit this page to see when applications will re-open for Fall 2023. For delivery details, please see Locations & Start Dates below.

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Locations & Delivery Modes

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Delivery at St. Anthony campus is on a shared-delivery model with Bay St. George campus; the academic & theory components are delivered at St. Anthony campus; practical takes place at Bay St. George campus.

Bay St. George Campus - On Campus delivery - September 2022
Placentia Campus - On Campus delivery - September 2022
St. Anthony Campus - On Campus delivery - October 2022

 

Description


This program provides training in the safe and effective operation of Heavy Duty Earth Moving Equipment. Some of the duties include:
  • Explore the operation of heavy equipment
  • Perform preventative maintenance
  • Develop skills necessary to become proficient in the use of the following heavy equipment


EQUIPMENT CATEGORIES
Dozer
Front End Loader
Grader
Tandem Dump Truck
Off-Highway Dump Truck
Tractor-Loader-Backhoe (TLB)
Excavator
 
OUTCOMES

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of machine capabilities and industry expectations.
  2. Develop servicing procedures and techniques to maximize the life span of construction equipment.
  3. Demonstrate skills in basic machine maneuvering, control and operation in work simulated projects.
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of standards for road construction as well as other municipal projects.
  5. Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.

 
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:

1. High School
High School Graduation

2.  Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
ii. Science 3101, 3102, 3103

3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate

4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

5. Driver's License and Medical (Dump Truck-Tandem ONLY)
Students selecting the Equipment Category – Dump Truck (Tandem)
i.  You must possess an unrestricted Class 5 driver's license for one (1) year.
ii. You must submit a Motor Registration Division - Medical Examination Report with a vision test completed by a doctor.
iii. You must possess a Driving Abstract record showing no more than four (4) demerit points.

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador - Digital Government and Service NL | Motor Registration Division Online Appointments

Upon starting the program, students will be required to complete a commercial written test successfully. Once completed you will be issued a permit by the Department of Motor Registration Division that allows you to be instructed by a licensed commercial driver in preparation for a Class 03 license.


6. International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:

  • General contractors
  • Paving companies
  • Pipeline companies
  • Logging
  • Mining
  • Landscaping

Courses


 

COURSES    
CODE TITLE  
Level 1 Pre-Employment Hrs
TS1520
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WHMIS 6
TS1530
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Standard First Aid 14
HE1110 Safety 12
HE1102 Equipment Operation Safety 15
HE1130 Heavy Equipment Certification Requirements 6
HE1601 Air Brakes 15
HE1140 Tools and Equipment 4
HE1160 Hoisting and Rigging 19
HE1170 Survey Indicators 9
HE1121 Slopes and Grades 9
HE1180 Methods of Approach for Worksite Job Planning 4
HE1190 Trade Related Documents 12
HE1210 Drawings and Plans 4
HE1220 Soil Fundamentals 4
HE1202 Scheduled and Preventative Maintenance 45
HE1230 Pre- and Post-Operational Inspections 12
HE1240 Troubleshooting and Basic Repairs 8
HE1250 Transportation of Equipment 10
HE1260 Environmental Protection 8
HE1611 Introduction to Professional Driver Improvement (PDIC) 6
HE1621 Powerline Hazards 6
HE1631 Transportation of Dangerous Goods 6
OL1605 Traffic Control Person 6
AM1000 Introduction to Essential Skills 9
AM1101 Math Essentials 42
AM1171 Heavy Equipment Operator Math Fundamentals 42
CM2161 Communication Essentials 36
SD1761 Workplace Essentials 24
MC1062 Computer Essentials 15
AP1102 Introduction to Apprenticeship 12
     
Three courses from the following: Hrs
HE1502 Dozer 80
HE1512 Grader 80
HE1522 Tractor Loader Backhoe (TLB) 80
HE1532 Front End Loader 80
HE1542 Tandem Dump Truck 80
HE1552 Off-Highway Dump Truck 80
HE1562 Excavator 80

 



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