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Heavy Equipment Operation Level 1

Course Description:

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of heavy equipment operator responsibilities, heavy equipment safety and career opportunities. Topics include orientation to the trade; heavy equipment safety; identification of heavy equipment; basic operational techniques; utility trailers; introduction to earthmoving, and grades. The course is aligned with the NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations Level I credential. 

Begins: August 15, 2025

Ends: December 12, 2025

Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 pm-10 pm (In-Person)

You will have weekly online assignments as well

Total Hours: 185

Credential: NCCER: National Center for Construction Education and Research Heavy Equipment Level I

 

 

Click the link below to register:

https://mcdowelltechconed.com/registration.

 

 

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Students registering can apply for all the scholarships at the link below. Scholarships will be awarded based on financial need. Scholarship funds are limited and not everyone will be approved for a scholarship. 

 

 
Contact Tabitha Buff at 828-659-0465 or tmbuff54@go.mcdowelltech.edu with any questions regarding the scholarships.
 
Click the following link for more information about scholarships and to apply:
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