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Mobile Crane Operator

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  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: 25 Weeks
  • Start Date: November 2023

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    On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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    Bay St. George - On Campus delivery

    Description


    This red seal program exposes you to the safe and efficient operation of Mobile Cranes. Some of the duties include:

    • Become proficient in the use of 50-ton Lattice Boom Crawler, 30 Rough Terrain, 20- and 18-ton Boom Truck
    • Perform safe operations and routine maintenance for mobile cranes
    • Proficiently assemble and disassemble mobile cranes

    OUTCOMES
    1. Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
    2. Assess site hazards.
    3. Operate equipment safely.
    4. Recognize and evaluate conditions which are potentially hazardous to safe operation.
    5. Interpret and apply load charts, rigging procedures and related documentation.
    6. Interpret and apply visual and audio communication.

    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
    You must possess an unrestricted Class 5 driver's license for one (1) year.

    Upon acceptance to the program, you must provide the following additional documentation:
    i. A Motor Registration Division - Medical Examination Report with a vision test completed by a doctor.
    ii. 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.

    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 area:
    • Oil Field Industries
    • Construction
    • Industrial
    • Mining
    • Cargo
    • Railways

    Courses


    COURSES  
    CODE TITLE  
    Level 1 Pre-Employment Hrs
    TS1510
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    Occupational Health and Safety 6
    TS1520
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    WHMIS 6
    TS1530
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    Standard First Aid 14
    MB1041 Shop Fundamentals for Mobile Crane Operators 60
    MB1050 Introduction to Lift Planning 6
    MB1055 Introduction to Rigging 6
    MB1060 Introduction to Crane Components 6
    MB1065 Crane Systems 6
    MB1070 Mobile Crane Maintenance 45
    MB1075 Specialty Crane Operations 6
    MB1101 Mobile Crane Operation Safety 75
    MB1130 Mobile Crane Operations 60
    MB1140 Mobile Lattice Boom Cranes 60
    MB1150 Mobile Hydraulic Boom Cranes 60
    MB1250 Class 3 Driver's License for Mobile Crane Operators 90
    MB1080 Mentoring 4
    MB1261 Rigging for Mobile Crane Operators 60
    AM1001 Introduction to Skills for Success 9
    AM1101 Math Essentials 42
    AM1341 Hoisting Math Fundamentals 42
    CM2161 Communication Essentials 36
    SD1761 Workplace Essentials 24
    MC1062 Computer Essentials 15
    AP1102 Introduction to Apprenticeship 12

    APPRENTICESHIP
    Upon completion of the pre-employment certificate program, a graduate may pursue Red Seal Certification by finding suitable work experience totaling 5400 hours with credit given for training hours towards Red Seal.  For more information regarding apprenticeship refer to Plans of Training (POT) - Immigration, Population Growth and Skills (gov.nl.ca).

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    College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to cancel or alter the delivery date and location of any program offering and delivery method, and will do so in a timely manner in order to minimize the impact on applicants.

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