Grade 13 · a vocational technology learning center, by urbanicityBuilding & Construction
Heavy Equipment Operation
3–6 mo full-time.
Core curriculum
Excavatorloaderdozergraderskid steergrade readingmaintenancesite prep
Course & assessment plan
12 courses · 900 clock hours. Universal core → one competency course per curriculum area → capstone → externship/clinical → exam prep. Open the full plan with every assessment.
Certification & licensure
| Credential | Type | Issuing body |
|---|---|---|
| NCCCO Crane | Industry certification | National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators |
| NCCER Heavy Equipment L1-3 | Industry certification | National Center for Construction Education and Research |
| OSHA 10 | Industry certification | U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Program |
Universal core (all programs)
| Module | Hours |
|---|---|
| Workplace safety (OSHA 10) | 10 |
| First aid / CPR / AED | 8 |
| Applied math & measurement | 40 |
| Technical reading & writing | 30 |
| Digital literacy (IC3/MOS) | 30 |
| Career readiness (NCCER Core / WorkKeys) | 30 |
Stackable pathways
Site & Earth: Heavy Equipment Operation → Commercial Driving (CDL) → Construction (general)