Course Descriptions

Heavy Equipment - HVYEQUI
Course Classification

Courses numbered 1-49 — are baccalaureate level (transfer) courses. Courses thus numbered are transferable to four- year institutions. Agriculture courses are designed to parallel the work taught in similar courses at California Polytechnic State University or at California State University, Fresno but may not carry the same number.

Courses numbered 50-99 — are associate degree level courses. Courses thus numbered are primarily for the student who does not plan to continue his/her education beyond the community college level; however, occupational education courses may transfer according to articulation agreements. Complete information on articulation is available through the Counseling Center.

Courses Numbered 100-201 — are non-transfer and are non-degree applicable; they are skill building or remedial.

Abbreviations for Degree, Non-Degree, and Transfer Courses

The following abbreviations designate degree applicable, transfer, and non-degree applicable courses:
(AA) Associate Degree
(CSU) Transferable to California State University System
(UC) Transferable to University of California System
(NDA) Non-Degree Applicable

  • HVYEQUI-060A
  • Level I Heavy Equip Operation
  • Credit(s) 5

Level I Heavy Equipment Operations
HVYEQUI 060A is an introduction to heavy equipment operation. Topics include practical and theoretical training in heavy equipment safety, basic operation techniques, and introduction to earth moving and grades.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture | 108 Laboratory
Prerequisite(s):
IMT 060
  • HVYEQUI-060B
  • Level II Heavy Equip Operation
  • Credit(s) 5

Level II Heavy Equip Operations
HVYEQUI 060B is an intermediate course in the Heavy Equipment program. Topics include practical and theoretical training on heavy equipment including dump trucks, scrapers, loaders, and forklifts. The course also includes modules on excavation math and civil blueprint reading.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture | 108 Laboratory
Prerequisite(s):
HVYEQUI 060A
  • HVYEQUI-060C
  • Level III Heavy Equip Op
  • Credit(s) 5

Level III Heavy Equipment Operations
HVYEQUI 060C is an advanced course in heavy equipment operation. This course consists of practical and theoretical training in the operation of dozers; backhoes; excavators; and motor graders. This course also serves as an introduction to crew leadership, project control, and soils.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture | 108 Laboratory
Prerequisite(s); HVYEQUI 060B: