Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1 (WCG)

NCCER's Heavy Equipment Operations curriculum is designed to provide the foundational skills of safety, pre- and post-operation checks, site planning and layout, and operational skills for a range of light-duty and heavy equipment. Heavy equipment simulator exercises are used to replicate real-life operating scenarios. 

Its modules cover topics such as:

• Introduction to Heavy Equipment
• Classification of Heavy Equipment
• Heavy Equipment Operation Safey
• Equipment Inspection and Readiness
• Introduction to Earthmoving
• Introduction to GPS/GNNS
• Utility Tractors
• Skid Steers

Length: 88 Course Hours (52 in-person hours / 36 self-paced online hours)

Prerequisite:  NCCER Core certification

Potential Certifications:  Upon successful completion of all modules in the curriculum, students will receive the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Heavy Equipment Operations Level 1 certification.

Tuition:  $4,500 Full Price; $1,500 FastForward WCG Price

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Supplies and Fees:  Tuition includes cost of textbook, supplies, and NCCER subscription fee.

Occupational Objective: Heavy Equipment Operations supports multiple unique training pathways and credentials for Utility Tractors, Forklift, Loader, Dozer, Motor Graders, and more.