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FUNDAMENTALS OF EARTHMOVING
Dump truck being loaded The Fundamentals of Earthmoving course consists of 80 hours classroom instruction and 160 hours field training.


Classroom – 80 Hours

Module 1 – Introduction to Operating

Module 2 – Machine Types, Components and Systems 

Module 3 – Earthmoving Equipment Operations 20 Hours

Module 4 – Transporting Heavy Equipment 12 Hours

Module 5 – Equipment Maintenance 16 Hours 
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Field – 160 Hours

Module 1 – Bulldozer
Pre Ops (checks, warm-up, walk arounds)
Post Ops (shutdown/grease/clean)
Safe Earthmoving Procedures
Field Exercises (Hands-on)
Testing

Module 2 – Excavator
Pre Ops (checks, warm-up, walk arounds)
Post Ops (shutdown/grease/clean)
Safe Earthmoving Procedures
Field Exercises (Hands-on)
Testing

Module 3 – Tractor/Loader/Backhoe
Pre Ops (checks, warm-up, walk arounds)
Post Ops (shutdown/grease/clean)
Safe Earthmoving Procedures
Field Exercises (Hands-on)
Testing

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To view the current schedule for this course click here.

Follow these links for more information on the courses we offer.
Crane Operator Fundamentals of Earthmoving Safe Rigging In-House Training
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