Heavy Equipment Operator

The Heavy Equipment Operator program introduces students to the heavy equipment industry and basic equipment operations. It also blends classroom time, industry-related safety and hands-on training for a well-rounded learning experience. Topics include OSHA construction safety, orientation to the trade, identification of heavy equipment, basic operational techniques, introduction to earthmoving, rough grading, and finish grading.

Objectives

• At the completion of the course, students should demonstrate entry-level criteria related to overall safety awareness in the heavy equipment operator job fields.
• Students should meet minimum requirements to safely and effectively perform fundamental operating techniques used in industry.
• Students should be capable of performing a machine pre-operation inspection and know the proper procedures for tagging out and addressing maintenance or repair needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the job site awareness and have the ability to seek information and/or communicate needs and/or concerns.
• Meet area industry needs by providing trained and machine safety-certified entry-level operators which relate to the service area of the program.

Syllabi

Providing course syllabi ensures openness and transparency in course expectations, fostering a clear and accessible learning environment for all students.

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Program Courses

1. 1

   About Your Program

   Bridgerland Technical College is open year-round. Most programs are open-entry, which means you can start the program at the beginning of every month as long as there is space available. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check the start dates in the “program hours” section on this page.

   Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor

   Not ready to schedule? You can text questions to (435) 261-9877.

2. 2

   Admissions

   Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application below. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.

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3. 3

   Programmatic Requirements

   Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.

   WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 3) and Workplace Observation (Level 2).

   Please note: A composite ACT score of 17 or a composite SAT score of 930 can waive assessment requirements if taken no more than four years prior to enrollment. If you attended BTECH as a high school student, you may be able to waive the Academic Assessment with your grades. Contact a Student Success Advisor for more information.

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   Enrollment and Registration

   Once the programmatic requirements have been completed, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule.

   The first month’s payment or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at (435) 753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu or you can visit us in person at the Logan Campus.

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   Financial Aid

   Bridgerland Technical College offers a variety of financial aid options for students who qualify.

   Bridgerland Technical College does not participate in, or endorse, any student loan programs.