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Production Dozer

Dozers are primarily used for support at mining operations for the following:

  • Dozing and ripping as required.
  • Maintaining pit floors and dumps.
  • Building and maintaining in-pit travel ways.
  • Building berms and dump areas.
  • Ditching and leveling as required.

Dozers can have as much as 650 HP combined with a 3 speed power shift transmission and oil disc steering, clutch and brakes. It can have an operating weight of 200,000 pounds and can be equipped with a ripper attachment. Smaller dozers can be used for special projects requiring a small machine.

This program covers the following:

  1. Basic Bulldozer Inspection
  2. Pre-Operation Checklists and Safety
  3. Dozer Operation and Skill Training
  4. How to Safely Operate a Dozer and Recognize Dangerous Situations
  5. Maneuver Planning
  6. Moving Loads with a Cable
  7. Operating with Other Equipment Operators
  8. Dozer Transportation
  9. Basic Maintenance and Long Term Care
Course Types: Computer Based Training and Simulator Based Training
Program Number
Ntt 133 SBT/CBT
Duration
30 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
4 to 1
Students per program
4
Equipment Type
Cat D10R platform (Simulator Based)
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Mine Production Wheel Loader

This program covers the following:

  1. Wheel Loader Walkarounds
  2. Wheel Loader Attachments and Making the Connection
  3. Operating Techniques
  4. Bucket Techniques with Multiple Bucket Types
  5. Loading Techniques
  6. Safe Operating Procedures
  7. Hazardous Conditions
  8. Wheel Loader Symbols
  9. Grade Stakes
Course Types: Computer Based Training and Simulator Based Training
Program Number
Ntt 129 SBT/CBT
Duration
30 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
4 to 1
Students per program
4
Equipment Type
Cat 992G platform
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Mine Life Surface Miner

This program is designed to introduce individuals to the surface mining industry. The focus is on what to expect when seeking employment in this sector, as well as an overview of a typical surface mine environment.

Course Types: Lecture Based Training
Program Number
Ntt LBT 140
Duration
8 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
8 to 1
Students per program
8
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Mechanical Drive Mining Rock Truck

This program covers the operation of direct mechanical drive rock trucks, including:

  1. Truck Walkaround
  2. Truck Safety
  3. Truck Checklist
  4. Truck Care
  5. Truck Symbols
  6. Truck Loading and Unloading
Course Types: Computer Based Training and Simulator Based Training
Program Number
Ntt 123 SBT/CBT
Duration
30 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
4 to 1
Students per program
4
Equipment Type
Cat Haul Trucks, Volvo Haul Trucks
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Mass Excavator Mining

This program covers the following:

  1. Basic Excavator Inspection
  2. Excavator Pre-Operation Checklist and Safety
  3. Excavator Operating Procedures and Skills
  4. Excavator Safety
  5. Excavator Stakes
  6. John Deere Excavator Information
  7. Safety Signs
  8. Operating and Procedure Terms
Course Types: Computer Based Training and Simulator Based Training
Program Number
Ntt 128 SBT/CBT
Duration
30 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
4 to 1
Students per program
4
Equipment Type
Cat 5000 Series platform (simulator based), John Deere Excavators
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In-House Train the Trainer (Powered Mobile Equipment)

This program is industry-specific for companies wishing to develop individuals internally to provide in-house training for their employees. The program is designed specifically for powered mobile equipment. The program reviews general training requirements for employers and industry recommendations and includes presentations, media and materials used in the delivery of training.

Some restrictions may apply.

Course Types: Lecture Based Training
Program Number
Ntt LBT 147
Duration
60 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
6 to 1
Students per program
6
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Hydraulic Mining Shovel

This program is designed to provide an insight in the basic operation of the Cat 5000 series mining shovel. Lessons follow recommendations of the original equipment manufacturer.

Course Types: Computer Based Training and Simulator Based Training
Program Number
Ntt 127 SBT/CBT
Duration
30 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
4 to 1
Students per program
4
Equipment Type
Cat 5000 Series Mining Shovel
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Introduction to Powered Mobile Equipment

This introduction provides individuals the opportunity to experience what it would be like to operate various machines. This simulator based introduction covers: track type excavator; track type tractor; wheel loader; articulated rock truck; and off-highway rock truck.

Course Types: Simulator Based Training
Duration
30 Hour Modular Program
Student to Instructor Ratio
8 to 1
Students per program
8
Equipment Type
Track Type Excavator; Track Type Tractor; Wheel Loader; Articulated Rock Truck; Off-Highway Rock Truck
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General Operator Safety

This program covers safety materials for operating heavy equipment in Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba.

Course Types: General Operator Safety & Career Development
Program Number
Ntt LBT 144
Duration
8 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
8 to 1
Students per program
8
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Articulated Rock Truck

This program covers the operation of an articulated rock truck, including:

  1. Truck Walkaround
  2. Truck Safety
  3. Truck Checklist
  4. Truck Care
  5. Truck Symbols
  6. Truck Loading and Unloading
  7. Simulation and Skill Training
Course Types: Computer Based Training and Simulator Based Training
Program Number
Ntt 124 SBT/CBT
Duration
30 Hours
Student to Instructor Ratio
4 to 1
Students per program
4
Contact us for more information or to enroll in this class.