Utility/Heavy Construction II
About the Program
This program provides both the knowledge and the hands-on skills needed to secure a job as a construction equipment operator. Students learn about site grading and development, excavation, concrete structures, pipe laying, road building, and other topics. They study soil, learn to read blueprints, and have the opportunity to gain experience in operating bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, excavators, and motor graders. Completion of this sequence may prepare students for the certification exam for medium/heavy truck technician or parts specialist.