Heavy Equipment Mechanic at Western Nebraska Community College | Trade School Go
    Western Nebraska Community College

    Heavy Equipment Mechanic

    Associate Degree
    Certificate (1-2 years)
    $3,840
    In-State Tuition
    18 months
    Duration
    On-Campus
    Format
    Scottsbluff, NE
    Location

    About This Program

    Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician program at Western Nebraska Community College

    Types of Heavy Equipment Mechanics

    Heavy Equipment Mechanic
    Construction Equipment Mechanic
    Equipment Technician
    Field Mechanic
    Field Service Technician
    Heavy Equipment Technician
    Rail Car Repairer

    What You'll Learn:

    • Inspection
    • Maintenance
    • Repair of tracks
    • Wheels
    • Brakes
    • Operating controls
    • Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
    • Electrical circuitry
    • Engines and in techniques of welding and brazing

    Costs & Financial Aid

    In-State Tuition:$3,840/yr
    Out-of-State Tuition:$4,410/yr

    School-level tuition; actual program costs may vary. Source: NCES

    Financial Aid

    88%
    Receive Any Aid
    8%
    Receive Federal Aid
    27%
    Pell Grant Recipients
    $4,421
    Avg Loan Amount
    9%
    Have Student Loans
    Pell Grant EligibleFederal LoansVA Benefits

    Source: U.S. Department of Education

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    Program Classification

    CIP Code: 47.0302 (Heavy Equipment Mechanic)

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