SCC Course Catalog

Heavy Equipment Operations (HEO)

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HEO	111	Heavy Equipment Operations I	16/12

This course covers the beginning processes of heavy equipment operations. Topics include heavy equipment operator employment options, heavy equipment safety, identification of heavy equipment, equipment systems and maintenance, and basic operational techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of heavy equipment operations utilized in the construction field.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HEO	112	Heavy Equipment Operations II	16/12

This course provides instruction regarding advanced operations of various construction equipment. Topics include purpose, function, design features, controls, manipulation, limitations, and safe operation of popular mobile heavy equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate advanced operations of various heavy equipment found in the construction field.

Prerequisite: Take HEO-111

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HEO	113	Grades and Drawings	3/3

This course is designed to develop the knowledge and skills required to interpret construction drawings, civil blueprints, and grades. Topics include basic terms for construction drawings, dimensions, setting grades, interpreting grade stakes, reading site plans, safety, and legal issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general knowledge of civil blueprints, construction drawings and the theory behind finish grade selection.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none