Crane Operation, Rigging and Construction Techniques

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.

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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Semester 1 Courses

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Tuition

Year one domestic: $2,851 (CDN)
Year one international: $12,622 (CDN)

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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.

Post-admission Communications assessment

To help prepare you for success in your program and in your future career, all students accepted into this program will complete an assessment to determine their reading comprehension and writing skills. For more information, please visit the post-admission communications assessment webpage.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
Grade 12 English (C or U)
Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)

Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Courses and course descriptions are subject to change.

Costs

YEAR ONE FEES	Domestic	International
Tuition	$2,936	$12,622
Compulsory Ancillary	$1,204	$1,541
Program Incidental	$660	$615
Total Fees:	$4,800	$14,778

Please note: fees are based on the 2017-2018 academic year and do not include textbooks. For more information please see Other fees to consider.

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

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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.

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Crane Operation, Rigging and Construction Techniques

Program Overview

Admission Requirements

Semester 1 Courses

Tuition

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

Program Details

Post-admission Communications assessment

Admission Requirements

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Semester 1

Semester 2

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