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features. We’re working on procuring
some funding to obtain a bigger-sized
mini-excavator of sorts, or ideally,
two. We already have an equipment
operation lab, where students are
driving bulldozers and loaders, just
to get familiar with the operation of
those machines because it translates
right into grooming…. It’s a small
subset, but we happen to have a great
location and a place for students to
pretty much dig around and make
a mess in the dirt, with zero consequence…
then they should be able to
go out and find some work because a
lot of places need skilled operators in
those machines. And they don’t want
them to come in at zero hours; if they
get them at 30 hours, then they know
the basics and they can kind of then
learn the rest on the job. So, that’s a
big, new area we’re exploring.”
In addition to all the technical, scientific
and other skills that are taught
through the program, there are other
aspects which will ultimately assist
grads in finding a destination. Maddy
Pierce talks about conferences she’s
attended through the college and people
– from throughout the industry –
who she’s met.
“Even more than just being satisfied
with the classes and what they’ve
taught me, the connections that I’ve
made through CMC are just incredible,”
she said.
On enthusiasm alone, Pierce has a
promising future. However, having the
industry buy-in as well is invaluable.
Said Gusaas, “The industry appreciates
the pre-qualified grads, they recognize
that the person is invested and
in it for the long haul.”
At Colorado Mountain College Leadville, Ski Area Operations students practice
building terrain parks right on campus. At 10,200 feet, CMC Leadville provides the
ideal learning environment.
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