When you study at Penn College, your instructors will do more than know your name. They'll get to know you. Experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your success, Penn College faculty are here to support your academic journey.
Lay the groundwork for a future in heavy equipment.
On the job site, time is money. Heavy equipment must be operated effectively and repaired quickly and accurately. Our Caterpillar equipment program trains students specifically on Caterpillar brand equipment service and repair while our general technician program delivers big-picture skills that apply to various brands. Our third degree option focuses on techniques heavy equipment operators need to operate machines, but also covers estimating and job site management skills.
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Heavy Construction Equipment Technology: Operator Emphasis (A.A.S.)
Dig into everything from equipment and safety protocols to site engineering and layout strategies in this power-packed associate's program.
Bachelor Degree Pathway
Rise to administrative and management positions in your field with an Applied Management (B.S.) Online degree
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Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about. Academic Tours allow you to explore labs and get to the core of your future program. If you’re looking for a deeper dive into your academic area of interest, opt for a Self-Scheduled Personal Tour. Comprehensive COVID-19 safety protocols are in place.
Jan 28
Open House
Friday, January 288:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Feb 5
Open House
Saturday, February 58:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Feb 25
Open House
Friday, February 258:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Mar 19
Open House
Saturday, March 198:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Apr 3
Open House
Sunday, April 38:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Apr 22
Open House
Friday, April 228:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
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News
11.15.2021
Excavator loan extends Volvo/Highway Equipment alliance
The loan of a Volvo Construction Equipment excavator to Pennsylvania College of Technology, facilitated by Highway Equipment & ...
11.09.2021
Caterpillar faculty award again presented to John D. Motto
The 2021 recipient of the annual “Pathfinder to Excellence” award, presented by Pennsylvania College of Technology and ...
08.25.2021
Loan of excavator to benefit heavy-equipment instruction
Komatsu is once again providing Pennsylvania College of Technology with an excavator for instructional use at the college’s 125 ...