Central Arizona College
8470 N. Overfield Rd.
Coolidge, AZ 85228
Phone: (520) 494-5206 Fax: (520) 494-5212
OEC 222 Grade Planing and Earthwork I
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Description:
Introduction of basic excavation principles, calculations
and diagrams for heavy equipment construction.
Credit Hours: 5
Effective Term: Fall 2008
Terms Offered: All Terms
Teaching Methods: Lecture
Modalities: Face to Face
Prerequisite(s): OEC 121
Corequisite(s): None
Times for Credit: 1
Grading Option: A/F
Credit Breakdown: 5 lectures
Cross Listed: None
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Outcomes:
1. Interpret grade stake abbreviations.
2. Set string line for excavation grade.
3. Set slope stakes for operator information.
4. Demonstrate how to peg a hand level.
5. Explain how to convert to English decimal system.
6. Identify flagging.
7. Translate slope ratios and percentages of grade.
8. Diagram a profile view of cuts and fills.
9. Calculate right triangles.
10. Demonstrate safety during all tasks.
11. Identify equipment blind spots.
12. List components of a hand level.
