The Heavy Equipment Operations Advanced Skill Set Certificate (ASSC) Program is designed to address the growing demand for skilled heavy equipment operators in the construction, excavation, and site development industries. This one-semester, 16-credit-hour program provides students with hands-on training in operating dozers, skid steers, mini excavators, and backhoes, combined with essential coursework in safety, equipment maintenance, and site assessment. By aligning with OSHA safety standards and the industry’s best practices, this program prepares students for high-demand, high-wage careers.