Heavy Equipment Operations

New enrollments into this program are restricted as of Fall 2026. Please contact an academic advisor about alternative options.

Associate in Applied Science

Checklist

• View the General Education Matrix for a complete list of qualifying courses.
• Fulfill the College Degree Requirements in conjunction with this degree plan.
• Consult an Academic Advisor to ensure all academic requirements are met.

Summary

        

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Prescribed Program		45
General Education		15
Digital Literacy
Total Credits		60

Degree Plan

Semesters 

Plan of Study Grid

Semester I		Credits
Prescribed Program
HEO 104	Work Site Safety and First Aid	1
HEO 101	Introduction to Construction Theory	2
HEO 289	Construction Solutions and Communication	2
HEO 110	Shop Practices	3
HEO 172	Basic Equipment Theory	3
HEO 172L	Basic Equipment Theory Lab	3
HEO 122	Preventative Maintenance	4
	Credits	18
Semester II
Prescribed Program
HEO 220	Loader and Backhoe Operations	4
HEO 123	Excavation and Trenching Operations	4
HEO 238	Grading and Dozer Operations	4
HEO 208	Soils and Compaction	4
HEO 178	Survey/Blueprints Practicum	3
	Credits	19
Semester III
Prescribed Program
HEO 102	Operations and Construction Practicum	5
HEO 252	Project Management	3
	Credits	8
	Total Credits	45

General Education

Written or Oral Communications

Arts & Humanities/Social & Behavioral Sciences

Business, Math, Science, & Technology

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
General Education Total Credits		15

Digital Literacy