40 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $49,070. See full occupation profile →
Associate's Degree
A.A.S. in Apprenticeship Technology-Operating Engineer
Ivy Tech Community College
Course
Aggregate Technician
National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University
$800 cost
Sample Aggregates Per Field and Laboratory ProceduresDetermine Materials Finer Than No. 200 Sieve By Washing and Sieve TestingMeasure Unit Weight and Voids In Aggregate SamplesPerform Sieve Analysis For Fine and Coarse AggregatesReduce Field Samples To Testing SizeSample Aggregates From a Conveyor Belt
Short-Term Certificate
Apprenticeship Operating Engineer
Emily Griffith Technical College
Course
Asphalt Level I Technician
National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University
$975 cost
Knowledge of Asphalt Plant OperationsProduce Quality Asphalt Mixtures Per Mix Design RequirementsPerform Volumetric Analysis of Asphalt MixturesSample Asphalt Mixtures Per Standard ProceduresApply Random Sampling Techniques to Asphalt TestingDetermine Rice and Bulk Specific Gravity of Asphalt Mixtures
Course
Asphalt Roller Operator
ACCS Innovation Center
AL
Adjust speed and direction to safely navigate the worksiteAdjust the vibration system based on material type and job site conditionsChoose the right roller with the right features for a jobCommunicate effectively with others on the job siteCompact material efficiently in varying site conditions using different techniquesConduct a pre-operation inspection using a checklist to examine steering, pedals, brakes, and exterior components
Certificate
Backhoe Operator
Hazard Community and Technical College
Certificate
Bulldozer Operator
Hazard Community and Technical College
Certificate
Certificate in Civil Construction and Heavy Highway Equipment
Ivy Tech Community College
Certification
Certified Snow Professional (CSP)
Snow & Ice Management Association
$450 cost
Apply snow and ice operations management practices to plan, execute, and monitor effective winter service deliveryAssess and manage operational, financial, and liability risk associated with snow and ice services through documentation and proactive planningIntegrate the science of snow and ice with equipment selection, timing strategies, and materials management to improve service outcomes
Certificate
Compact Equipment Operator
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Certificate
Construction Equipment Operation
North Arkansas College
Short-Term Certificate
EPIC-Heavy Equipment Operations Level I
Trinidad State College
Certificate
Earthmoving Equipment Operator
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Crump
$2,347 cost
Course
Earthwork/Base Technician
National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University
$650 cost
Knowledge of Contractor and ALDOT Responsibilities In Earthwork and Base Course ConstructionKnowledge of Soil Properties As Applied to Earthwork ConstructionIdentify Classes of Soil Materials By Type and CharacteristicCollect Field Samples Per Standard ProceduresDetermine Soil and Aggregate Density In Field and Laboratory SettingsApply Pass and Fail Criteria To Earthwork and Base Course Construction
Associate's Degree
Energy Production & Industrial Construction-HEQ
Trinidad State College
Certificate
Energy Production & Industrial Construction-HEQ
Trinidad State College
Certificate
Front-End Loader Operator
Hazard Community and Technical College
Certificate
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS
New River Community and Technical College
Certificate
HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY-EPIC
Trinidad State College
Associate's Degree
HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY-EPIC
Trinidad State College
Certificate
Heavy Equipment Logging Operations and Maintenance
Shasta College
Certificate
Heavy Equipment Operation
Coalinga College
Certificate
Heavy Equipment Operations
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Certificate
Heavy Equipment Operator
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton
$2,974 cost
Long Certificate
Heavy Equipment Operator Technician
Butte College
Certificate
Hydraulic Excavator Operator
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Certificate
Hydraulic Excavator Operator
Hazard Community and Technical College
Certificate
Motor-Grader Operator
Hazard Community and Technical College
Diploma
Operating Engineer
Hazard Community and Technical College
Certification
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)
Institute of Transportation Engineers
$175 cost
Analyze roadway and intersection operations to evaluate traffic performance and identify operational deficienciesAnalyze freeway operations to assess traffic flow and operational performanceApply traffic flow concepts to evaluate roadway system performanceAccommodate road user characteristics across modes in traffic operations analysisApply travel demand management strategies to influence traffic operationsApply intelligent transportation systems to support traffic operations and management
Short-Term Certificate
Program: Heavy Equipment Operator - Crane
Technical College of the Rockies
Course
Radiation Safety
National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University
$325 cost
Knowledge of Health Hazards of Radioactive Materials In Field Testing EnvironmentsKnowledge of Rules and Regulations of the Radiological Safety ManualKnowledge of Alabama Radiation Protection RegulationsOperate Nuclear Density and Asphalt Content Gauges Per Manufacturer Instructions
Course
Radiation Safety Officer
National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University
$400 cost
Knowledge of Regulations for Securing and Transporting Nuclear GaugesApply Personnel Monitoring Protocols In Radiation Safety ProgramsRespond to Accidents and Stolen Gauge Incidents Per Standard ProceduresConduct Leak Tests on Nuclear Gauges Per Standard ProceduresMaintain Documentation and Records for Radiation Safety Programs
Certification
Road Safety Professional 1
Institute of Transportation Engineers
$100 cost
Define road safety using evidence-based literature and established frameworks including the Highway Safety Manual and Road Safety FundamentalsDescribe crash contributing factors including frequency, severity, and interaction effects across multiple disciplinesIdentify road user characteristics including behavior, vulnerability, perception, and error propensity as they relate to road safetyCollaborate with multidisciplinary partners across organizations to improve road safety outcomesApply road safety management approaches including the Safe System Approach, Haddon's Matrix, and Vision ZeroCollect and manage safety data from multiple sources to support road safety programs and investments
Course
Roadway Safety & Temporary Work Zones
Alabama Training Network
AL
Work Safely In Roadway Construction ZonesMitigate Hazards In Temporary Work ZonesApply Traffic Control Safety Practices
Course
Roadway Technician Level 1
National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University
$550 cost
Knowledge of Basic Road Construction Safety and Plan ReadingApply Asphalt Paving Best Practices During Pavement ConstructionKnowledge of Importance of Density In Asphalt Pavement QualityIdentify Causes of Segregation In Asphalt Paving OperationsOperate Nuclear and Non-Nuclear Density Gauges In Field Testing
Course
Roadway Technician Level 2
National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University
$800 cost
Knowledge of Asphalt Mixture Delivery Procedures During Pavement ConstructionPlace and Compact Asphalt Mixtures Per Construction RequirementsApply Random Sampling Procedures To Asphalt Pavement TestingCompute Pay Factors For Asphalt Pavement Construction
Certificate
Short Term Certificate - Flagging
South Seattle College
Certification
Signalperson
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Demonstrate standard crane hand signals for mobile and tower cranes during lifting operationsMaintain visibility with the operator to ensure clear signaling and safe load movementProvide clear and consistent hand signals to guide load handling effectivelySustain signaling actions while commands are being delivered to avoid miscommunicationCorrect operator actions when signals are not followed properly to maintain safe operationsUse communication equipment correctly by understanding its proper application and limitations
Short-Term Certificate
T.C. in Apprenticeship Technology-Operating Engineer
Ivy Tech Community College