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Heavy Equipment Repair
Heavy Equipment Repair
at Oakland Community College
Detroit Catalog
The Heavy Equipment Repair program at Oakland Community College is designed to prepare students for rewarding careers in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy machinery used in construction, mining, agriculture, and other industrial applications. Through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory work, and real-world technical training, students will gain the skills necessary to diagnose issues, perform repairs, and conduct routine maintenance on various types of heavy equipment. The curriculum emphasizes both the theoretical principles and practical applications of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems found in heavy machinery. Graduates will be well-equipped to meet the evolving demands of the industry and uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism in the field.
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Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as cranes, bulldozers, graders, and conveyors, used in construction, logging, and mining.
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