Backhoe Program

(Course hours)

32 Hours class Time.
40 Hours Machine operating Time.
19 Hours Fieldwork

This program is approved as a vocational program under the Private Career Colleges Act 2005.

Students will study the following subjects:
Job Communications - Communication with others in the work environment

Evaluate the Job Conditions
- Inspect the work layout area and apply line, grades and off-set.

Perform Pre-start Inspection - Complete walk-around inspection. Perform daily maintenance.
Lubricate the machine and top off all fluid levels.

Complete Operational Checks - Start the engine. Monitor engine performance, electrical system, brake system, air cleaner indicator and warning systems. Cycle the machine.
Operational Procedures -

Practice safe operating procedures including warm and cold weather starting, stripping, cutting, filling, carrying, lifting and dumping the bucket, loading from a bank or stockpile, peeling and scraping, backfilling, breaking and spreading large piles, and various types of trenching procedures.

Complete Shut Down and Parking Procedures -

Prepare machine for parking and park the machine.
Perform shut-down procedures with the engine running and shut off. Place warning signs around parked equipment.

Perform Machine Adjustment and Maintenance - Track adjustment and machine maintenance procedures.

Load, Transport and Unloading Procedures - Prepare the machine for transport. Load machine on float.

Secure the machine on float and unload the machine.
Introduction to Survey and Layout -

Introduce and familairize students with equipment used by surveyors and contractors for determining grades, depths and other job site measurements.