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. To see the course syllabi for the Heavy Equipment Department, click the link below.
View syllabi for Heavy Equipment Department courses (opens in a new tab)
Program Courses
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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 AdvisorNot ready to schedule? You can text questions to (435) 261-9877.
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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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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.
FAFSA and Pell Grant
Checklist
- Social Security Number or Alien Registration number (if you’re not a U.S. citizen)
- Federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned
- Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
- Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
The Process
- BTECH receives student FAFSA records.
- Financial Aid will send an email to students to create a VerifyMyFafsa account.
- The student creates an account and submits the required documentation.
- Students will complete enrollment with BTECH.
- Financial Aid will email the student a link to schedule a required Financial Aid Offer meeting.
- Pell Grant is disbursed.
Scholarships
Checklist
- Your Student ID
- Letter of recommendation
- Personal history and career objective
- High school transcript
The Process
- Soft deadline: the 5th of each month.
- BTECH gathers applications submitted during the previous month.
- The Scholarship Committee reviews each application.
- BTECH evaluates available funds.
- Award results are typically sent within 4–6 weeks.
- If awarded, you receive a link to schedule a meeting to accept the award.
- BTECH disburses scholarship funds.
Veterans
- Complete the Veterans checklist
- Reach out to the VA Certifying Official at nmcinelly@btech.edu.
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Estimated
Tuition & Fees |
Estimated
Equalized Payment |
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| $2,048 | $1,024 |
| This is an estimate. Course fees may vary |
$1,024 due upfront, with the remaining balance divided. |
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Estimated
Books & Supplies |
Pell
Eligible |
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment |
No |
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Adult Schedule
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Certificate Credit
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| Mon–Fri: 8:00 am–2:30 pm |
10 credits |
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Certificate Length
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High School Course
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10 weeks
30 hours per week
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Arranged
Schedule varies by school |
**Full-time attendance is required.
Registration Opens January 5
Available Class Sections
| Class Dates | Course Code |
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| Jan 12 – Mar 25 | TEHE 1010 06 LC |
| Feb 17 – May 6 | TEHE 1010 07 LC |
| Mar 23 – Jun 10 | TEHE 1010 08 LC |
Logan Campus
1410 North 1000 West,Logan, UT 84321
Outcome Data
Reported annually to the Accrediting Agency,
Council on Occupational Education
- Completion Rate: 100%
- Job Placement Rate: 77%
- Withdrawal Rate: 0%
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.
Employment Outlook
What is the difference between a job and a career?
The words career and job are very different. To be specific, a job is what you show up to for work; a career spans your lifetime and includes your education, training, and professional memberships, and is something you love doing.
Find out the employment trends in this career here.
For additional information on the occupational profile, please
click here
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Living
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Miscellaneous Personal
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| $8,730 | $2,502 |
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Transportation
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Dependent Care
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| $1,737 | $414 |
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Disability-related
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Professional licensure, certification, or a first professional credential |
| $126 | $0 |
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Our Mission
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced
methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region.