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Heavy Equipment Technician

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification

Method of Delivery

In Person

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians, Other. 470399

Description


  • Read and interpret technical service literature.

  • Identify and troubleshoot system problems relating to safety, diesel engines, electrical, hydraulics, powertrains, preventative maintenance, and HVAC.

  • Select and order resources needed to repair machine systems.

  • Demonstrate the work habits and mechanical skills that are essential to successful job performance.

  • Integrate safety skills and rules related to the construction equipment industry.

  • Apply digital communication skills to write a comprehensive service report.

  • Apply professional standards of communication and etiquette in the workplace.

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

64

Hours

45

Entrance Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent

School

College of Western Idaho - Credit

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Training Location(s)

5500 E Opportunity Dr.

Local WIB

40 - REG-1 WIB 1-5

Name of Credential

Heavy Equipment Technician - Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC)

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

The program is eligible for Federal Financial Aid, with a variety of scholarship opportunities accessible via the CWI website to support qualified students.

Refund Policy

Students may drop full-semester courses by the census date for a full refund, with no record on their transcript. Refund policies differ for shorter courses. All drops must be officially completed through myCWI or by submitting a Withdrawal Form to One Stop Student Services. Drops not done through these methods may lead to a failing grade and unpaid charges sent to collections. See the Academic Calendar for specific deadlines.

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

Books (Estimated)

$2,000.00

Testing/Exam Fees

$6,775.00 HTEC 111 Introduction to Heavy Equipment Service Industry (fee 1 of 2) $6360 + (fee 2 of 2) $250 =$6610 HTEC 161 HVAC System Service $25 HTEC 181 Principles of Electronically Managed Systems $140

Graduation Fees

$32.50 Full regalia (cap, gown, tassel) – $32.50

In-State Tuition

$7,020.00 Residents of Ada, Canyon, Twin Falls, Jerome, Kootenai, or Bonneville Counties

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$9,270.00 Idaho residents outside of Ada, Canyon, Twin Falls, Jerome, Kootenai, or Bonneville Counties. Out-of-State/International Residents: $320/credit

Registration Fee

$275.00 $55 per semester for students enrolled in 6 or more credits

Total In-State Program Cost

$16,102.50

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$18,352.50

Demand Occupation(s)

17-3026.00Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
$29.33 per hour
Required Certification: Heavy Equipment Technician - ITC

Provider Status

Approved

Address

5500 E Opportunity Dr., Nampa, Idaho 83687

Phone Number

(208) 562-3000

Web Address

https://

Last Updated

Dec 17, 2025

Created

Nov 07, 2025

Renewal

Dec 17, 2026

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