Apprenticeship Operating Engineers, Heavy Equipment/Landscape Operator Engineer
A.S. Degree Major Apprenticeship: Operating Engineers · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
The Associate of Science degree in Apprenticeship Operating Engineers Heavy Equipment/Landscape Operator Engineer provides the related and supplemental instruction required for state-indentured apprentices. Heavy equipment/landscape operator engineers are highly trained, skilled professionals who operate heavy construction equipment on high-rise buildings, roads, and freeways. Interested apprentices should contact the Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Training Trust and the Apprenticeship Office at Santiago Canyon College. Successful completion may result in journeyworker status.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Apprenticeship Operating Engineers, Heavy Equipment/Landscape Operator Engineer, AS | 24 | |
| AOE 041 | Introduction to Apprenticeship | 4 |
| AOE 042 | Grade Checking | 4 |
| AOE 043 | Equipment Operator 3 | 4 |
| AOE 044 | Plan Reading | 4 |
| AOE 045 | Equipment Operator 5 | 4 |
| AOE 046 | Hazmat 6 | 4 |
Learning Outcomes
- Begin a career as a journeyworker operating engineer.
- Have a basis for further college education.