Course Descriptions HEO 008
As demand warrants
0.4 CEU
HEO 104
As demand warrants
2 credits
CDL – Combination Vehicles
Introduction to Heavy Equipment Operations
This course will prepare students to upgrade from a class B or C commercial driver’s license to the class A commercial driver’s license. (Prerequisites: Valid driver’s license for one year prior to application for CDL license and be 19 years of age or older, or the student must obtain instructor permission. See fee schedule for course fees.)
Familiarization of basic heavy equipment operations. Some basic construction surveying techniques on how to check trench depth. Basic Safety and Equipment pre-start requirements. (Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.) HEO 105
HEO 009
As demand warrants
0.4 CEU
CDL – Air Brake Restriction This course will prepare students to pass the air brakes exam in order to remove the restriction from their commercial driver’s license. (Prerequisites: Valid driver’s license for one year prior to application for CDL license and be 19 years of age or older or the student must obtain instructor permission. See fee schedule for course fees.)
Fall, Spring
1 credit
Commercial Driver’s License – Written Test Preparation Preparation for written test component for the State of Alaska Commercial Driver’s License. State exam given by the State of Alaska Department of Motor Vehicles examiners or other third party examiner. (See fee schedule for course fees.) HEO 108
As demand warrants
0.5-2.0 credits
Equipment Specific Training HEO 010
As demand warrants
0.8 CEU
CDL – General Knowledge This course will prepare students to upgrade from a Class D (basic) driver’s license to the class A, B and C commercial driver’s license. Successful completion of this course will allow the student to enter into the commercial driving industry and to complete other commercial drivers’license endorsements. (Prerequisites: Valid driver’s license for one year prior to application for CDL license and be 19 years of age or older, or instructor permission. See fee schedule for course fees.) HEO 011
As demand warrants
1.6 CEU
This is an employer determined course designed to emphasize training on specific pieces of heavy equipment according to defined needs. Each course includes fundamental subject matter in both classroom and practical aspects of each piece of equipment with an emphasis on safety, pre-trip inspections, basic rules of operation, and other areas of concern. Focus is on the hands-on, skills training once the classroom topics have been covered. Equipment may be selected from any of the following: dozer, front loader, skid steer, backhoe, excavator, snow blower, dump truck, forklift, roller, or grader. HEO 130
Fall, Spring
4 credits
Forklift Operator Training
Operation of Class 8 Truck and Trailer
This course of instruction is an employee/employer based course of instruction. Instruction prepares participants to safely operate multiple types/styles of forklifts. Students learn proper pre-trip inspection procedures and study the policies, procedures, and hazards for each piece of equipment. Proper palletized cargo loading and unloading practices will be stressed. This course complies with OSHA Standard 1926.602. Participants will receive an OSHA compliant certification upon successful completion of the course. Student must be at least 19 years old and have a valid driver license or instructor’s permission. (See fee schedule for course fees.)
On-road truck driving skills and preparation for unrestricted CDL driver’s skills test given by State of Alaska Department of Motor Vehicles examiners or other third party examiner. (Prerequisites: Students must pass a drug test prior to course start date in accordance with Department of Transportation Rules and Guidelines. The student must complete HEO 105 or possess a valid restricted CDL and/or Commercial Instruction Permit or receive instructor approval, meet all requirements including federal drug and alcohol guidelines and be program active in order to receive priority
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