Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

In this full-time, Alberta Advanced Education-approved, 12-week certificate, you will learn in a cohesive work climate simulating real-life job sites. Seat time is maximized for students as online instruction supplements the real-life scenarios set out to give you industry-related project experience. Our instructors have experience in a variety of industry work environments and have significant expertise to share with students.Some equipment you may learn on includes a skid steer, compactor, loader, dozer, grader, and excavator, and rubber-tired hoe.The program is delivered as face-to-face, on-site practical instruction with an online component. This training takes place over a twelve week period from Monday to Friday with two groups to maximize seat time that students spend in equipment. Group 1 is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Group 2 is scheduled from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m this program observes Statutory Holidays. Some times may vary with prior notice. Keep in mind there are assignments and reading so use your time wisely.Program OutcomesUpon successful completion of this program, you will receive a Certificate of Graduation for the Heavy Equipment Operator program.

School of Trades & Skills