Program Overview
The Heavy Equipment Operators Program will be focused on the operation of a variety of heavy equipment and other critical components of heavy equipment operation in the construction industry. Classroom training will be using curriculum from the National Center for Education and Research (NCCER) earning NCCER Certifications. Classroom will also be using CAT Simulator Training, Applied Technical Math, and Applied Communication. This program will also offer a unique lab setting on property throughout Lawrence County performing actual site preparation.
Length of Course:
The Heavy Equipment Operator program is a one year program consisting of 1265 clock-hours. Classes meet Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.
Job Opportunities:
This program is endorsed by the Operating Engineer of Ohio ( Local 18 ), KY (Local 181, and WV (Local 132). They will be selecting and interviewing qualifying students who complete the program for placement in their respective apprenticeship training program. (based on their needs). Graduates are employed by local contractors,water companies, cities, and municipalities.
Placement Services:
WorkForce Development Resource Center provides placement services to graduates of all full-time programs. A representative from WDRC is available to speak with each class before graduation to assist students with the registration process for job placement. WorkForce Development Resource Center is located at 120 North 3rd Street, Ironton, Ohio
Please read Admission Procedures
The pre-entrance Exam is required for the program - see Work Keys link for more information
If you are concerned about being able to make required scores and you would like to "brush up" on some of your skills prior to the pre-entrance exam, the Collins Career Technical Center's ABLE program is available for tutoring services Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
Individuals with a passing score on all parts of the pre-entrance examination will be mailed an application packet for admission into the Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. The application must be completed (in full) before the admission date (the last Friday of May) of each calendar year.
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Electricity Program Total | 900 hours |
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Electricity II Program Total | 900 hours |