Movable Bridge and Lock Operation
Technical Certificate · 15 credit hours · 2 semesters · Division of Building, Structures and Site Services

Operation of bascule, lift, and swing bridges and of navigation locks. Opening protocol and marine radio procedure, traffic control interface, hydraulic and mechanical systems monitoring, log requirements, and coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard under 33 CFR 117.
Field instruction is conducted at two movable bridges under agreement with their operating authorities; students should expect travel and shift-pattern scheduling, including instruction between midnight and 6:00 a.m., when commercial traffic predominates.
Facilities and instruction

Instruction is delivered in the facilities of the Division of Building, Structures and Site Services. Additional photographs are collected at Campus photographs.
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