SimScholars® Backhoe Loader Certificate, Cat® Simulators

About This Certificate

Learners demonstrate knowledge of both loader and backhoe simulator operations through this certificate. Topics include machine controls, digging, trenching, loading, material handling and common backhoe loader jobsite applications.

How to Prepare to Test:

Coursework is delivered through the SimScholars® Curriculum, a learning platform with guides, videos, how-to graphics and interactive lessons built around the excavator simulator's controls and technologies. Instructors can track individual and group progress in the classroom or remotely, and an offline mobile app lets learners complete coursework on a tablet without an internet connection.

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Certificate Testing:

After completing the SimScholars® Curriculum, learners can take a proctored SimScholars® Backhoe Loader Certificate, Cat® Simulators, exam on the iCEV Testing Platform. Those who earn the certificate demonstrate they are proficient in operating the simulator.

Lesson Outline:

• Walkaround. Learn pre-operation machine inspection procedures.
• Control Familiarization. Learn and understand operator controls and dashboard symbols.
• Maneuvering, Driving and Braking. Learn to maneuver and drive the machine around a worksite while properly engaging the brakes. Practice the bucket push technique.
• Backfilling. Practice different techniques to backfill a trench.
• Site Support. Practice safely and efficiently completing various tasks around the worksite.
• Trenching. Learn to position the machine using the stabilizers for safe trenching.
• Lifting & Moving Materials & Objects. Practice lifting, carrying and placing objects around the worksite.