Heavy Equipment Operation - North Central Kansas Technical College

Heavy Equipment Operation from North Central Kansas Technical College is a Campus Certificate Construction Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. The Heavy Equipment Program is supported with the National Center for Construction , Education, and Research (NCCER) curriculum. This is the only Heavy Equipment Operator Program in the State of Kansas and is the leading program in the Midwest. Hands-on training is provided by NCCER certified instructors with scrapers, motor graders, tractor crawler operations , excavators, loaders and backhoes. Students learn the use of hard level, laser levels and GPS to check grade. Also, theory course training includes rollers, asphalt and concrete paving equipment . Internships are available. A Heavy Equipment Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the program. Program Objectives Possess the knowledge to perform entry-level employment in the Heavy Equipment field. Demonstrate proficiency in performing Heavy Equipment Operator technical skills. Understand the hazards of working with heavy equipment and the procedures to follow to prevent injury. Use mathematical data and reasoning skills in relation to heavy equipment operation. Use effective communication skills appropriate to the heavy equipment profession. Demonstrate an understanding of personal and work characteristics that contribute to an effective job performance. View more details on North Central Kansas Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Construction Engineering courses.