Road Building & Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
This program combines HEO Foundation, HEO Technician and Machine Training into one course.
Admission Requirements
- Assessment testing
- Personal profile
- Valid Driver's Licence
- 18+ years of age (exceptions may be allowed)
- Grade 12 education (exceptions may be allowed)
Tuition
| Program | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| RBHC with Excavator specialty | 17 weeks | $14,000 |
| RBHC with Backhoe specialty | 15 weeks | $10,800 |
| RBHC with Dozer specialty | 15 weeks | $10,800 |
| RBHC with Grader specialty | 15 weeks | $10,800 |
| RBHC with Loader specialty | 12 weeks | $6,000 |
| RBHC with Articulated Rock Truck specialty | 12 weeks | $6,000 |
Application fee: $35 (one time fee)
Textbooks cost approximately $340 and are available at the VIU Bookstore 250-740-6200, or follow the link below to purchase directly from the Queen's Printer and Crown Publications Services.
| Book Code | Textbook | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| RBCF | Road Builder & Heavy Construction Foundation Program | Queen's Printer |
| RBCT | Heavy Equip Operator Training: Student Participant Guide | Queen's Printer |
| RBCT | Heavy Equipment Operator Training: Logbook | Queen's Printer |
Student loans are available for this program, please contact our Financial Aid Department (250-740-6423) for more information.