Program Overview
Crane operators are highly trained specialists who are in equally high demand. This program is the only one of its kind offered in Ontario and is designed to help students pursuing a crane operation apprenticeship to stand out and get a head start in a competitive field. Using leading-edge training simulations, you will learn the tools of the trade, rigging and hoisting methods and essential safety measures that will help you play a key role on any construction site. Graduates will meet the Ministry of Labour’s Working at Heights training requirement.
Heavy Equipment Operation
Safety
Working with Others
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)
Note: this program has additional recommended requirements. Please visit the Admission Requirements tab for further information.
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Tuition
Year one domestic: $2,722 (CDN)
Year one international: $13,322 (CDN)
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Semester 1 Courses
- Intro To Cranes (CHIN 1040)
- Job Safety (CHJS 1000)
- Maintenance I (CHMA 1010)
- Rigging Theory (CHRT 1020)
- Tools I (CHTO 1030)
- Communication Foundations - Skilled Trades, Apprenticeship & Renewable Technology (COMM 1808)
- Fundamental Communication Skills (COMM 1810)
- Mathematics I (MATH 1424)
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Career Options
WHAT YOU COULD BE:
- Crane operator apprentice
- Rigger
- 0-8 ton operator
- Class 7 forklift operator
- Construction worker
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Program Details
In just eight months, you can gain the theoretical and practical skills needed to work in the construction industry, particularly in the field of hoisting. The only program of its kind in Ontario, Crane Operation Rigging and Construction Techniques offers small practical classes designed to prepare job-ready graduates while emphasizing job safety. The curriculum is divided into five specific areas, with two semesters spent on each area: introduction to cranes; rigging; job safety; maintenance; and tools.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)
Recommended
Courses
Semester 1
- Intro To Cranes (CHIN 1040)
- Job Safety (CHJS 1000)
- Maintenance I (CHMA 1010)
- Rigging Theory (CHRT 1020)
- Tools I (CHTO 1030)
- Communication Foundations - Skilled Trades, Apprenticeship & Renewable Technology (COMM 1808)
- Fundamental Communication Skills (COMM 1810)
- Mathematics I (MATH 1424)
Semester 2
- Forklift Safety (CHFS 2030)
- Maintenance II (CHMA 2000)
- Rigging Math (CHRM 2020)
- Rigging Practical (CHRP 2040)
- Safety (CHSA 2060)
- Tools II (CHTL 2050)
- 0-8 Ton (CHTO 2010)
Courses and course descriptions are subject to change.
Costs
| Tuition |
$2,722 |
$13,322 |
| Compulsory Ancillary |
$1,337 |
$1,812 |
| Program Incidental |
$670 |
$670 |
| Total Fees: |
$4,729 |
$15,804 |
Please note: fees are based on the 2019-2020 academic year and do not include textbooks. For more information please
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Career Options
WHAT YOU COULD BE:
- Crane operator apprentice
- Rigger
- 0-8 ton operator
- Class 7 forklift operator
- Construction worker
WHERE YOU COULD WORK:
- Contracting firms
- Construction companies
- Crane rental companies
- Foundation/drilling companies
Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials
Durham College also offers degree completion opportunities with a number of Canadian and international institutions.
Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.
Weston Family Scholarship
Durham College, in partnership with The W. Garfield Weston Foundation, is pleased to be helping build skilled trades careers with a scholarship worth up to $10,000.
Please visit the Weston Family Scholarship in the Skilled Trades page to learn how you can apply.
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