Course Descriptions
Heavy Equipment Operator Technician
HETC 100T Safe Work Practices
A study of the factors affecting health and safety in the workplace, interpreting and applying Occupational Health & Safety Regulations, interpreting and applying general worksite and employer safety rules, and learning to use personal protective equipment (PPF).
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
HETC 105T Trade and Equipment Knowledge
A study of the common types of heavy equipment and their respective capabilities, advantages, and limitations.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
HETC 110T Employability Skills
The study of general employability skills and human rights, respect in the workplace, and labour relations.
Prerequisite: Admisison to program.
HETC 115T Basic Engineering
The study of engineering and survey terminology, expressions of slopes, and compacting practices and equipment.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
HETC 120T Environmental Practices
The study of common environmental issues pertaining to heavy construction/excavating.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
HETC 125T Articulated Haul Truck Operation
The study and practice of safe and efficient articulated haul truck operation.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
HETC 130T Loader Operation
The study and practice of safe and efficient loader operation.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
HETC 135T Backhoe Operation
The study and practice of safe and efficient backhoe operation.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
HETC 140T Dozer Operation
The study and practice of safe and efficient dozer operation.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
HETC 145T Excavator Operation
The study and practice of safe and efficient excavator operation.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
HETC 150T Grader Operation
The study and practice of safe and efficient grader operation.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.