Operating Engineers Program
Area of Study: Applied Industrial Technology (Operating Engineers) Apprenticeship Program
Degree/Certificate: Associate of Applied Science degree in Applied Industrial Technology with a concentration in Operating Engineers
Academic School: Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering and Computer Science
This program is offered in partnership with the Operating Engineers Union at various local training centers around the state. Students must be currently working in a registered apprenticeship program in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship Training.
The apprenticeship program prepares the student to earn a journey-level status in Operating Engineers, as well as earn an Associate of Applied Science degree. A 4-year apprenticeship emphasizes the skill set required to be a highly skilled craftsman and equipment mechanic. Operating engineers operate and maintain hoisting, grading, excavating and paving equipment, consisting of cranes, bulldozers, scrapers, graders, endloaders, concrete and asphalt plants, rollers and pumps. The Operating Engineer is generally employed in the building of highways, airports, buildings, waterways, stadiums and sewers.
Next steps to apply:
- Individuals interested in this program/certificate must reach out to the training center of your choice listed at the bottom of the page.
- The union must select and admit you into the apprenticeship program first.
- Once accepted into the apprenticeship program, a Tri-C representative will work with you directly to enroll in the credit courses. Each of the classes will be held at your training center.