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Line Electrician Field Training 1 31413104

5.00 credits

Electricity

Focuses on the operation of trucks and equipment used in electric utility construction. Students will install utility poles, and URD equipment. Basic wood pole climbing techniques will be introduced. Learners will explore the overview of an electrical power system.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/14/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Oct 14 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski	View Rates

Fire Fighting Principles 10503142

4.00 credits

Fire Technology

Emphasizes basic fire behavior, techniques used to control structural and related fire emergencies and life safety practices. Learners perform all practical evolutions necessary to control and extinguish fires and otherwise meet all requirements for Firefighter 1 certification with the state of Wisconsin.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 11/10/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Aug 25 – Nov 10 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Oct 25 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates
#02 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 11/10/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Aug 25 – Nov 10 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Oct 25 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates

Diesel Brake Systems 1 10412119

1.00 credits

Combustion Engines

Focuses on the air brake system component operation and maintenance for trucks and tractor/trailers. Learners are introduced to the fundamentals of heavy truck air brake systems and camshaft actuated foundation brake components. Students are instructed on proper maintenance inspection techniques for cam actuated air brake systems.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 08/29/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Aug 29 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Andrew Borski	View Rates

Animal Management 10091200

3.00 credits

Animal Husbandry

Evaluate common domestic species. Learners will also examine the Animal Welfare act regarding the care and housing of animals.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#04 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 17 Monday 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG301 - Vet Tech Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Sarah Steger Aug 25 – Dec 17 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Sarah Steger	View Rates

Certified Fire Fighter 1 47503720

2.40 credits

Fire Technology

This 96-hour course prepares the participant to be able to perform fire fighting functions at the nationally recognized minimum levels under direct supervision. The targeted audience is individuals who desire to become Wisconsin Certified Fire Fighter I based on the requirements set by SPS 330.08, Employment standards, Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. This course is designed to provide the Fire Fighter I candidate with the information needed to meet the job performance requirements (JPRs) defined in NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Current Edition, Chapters 5.2 through 5.5. The participant must also complete the Hazardous Materials Operation level course in order to meet the remainder of the NFPA Fire Fighter I JPR requirements.

4 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PS003 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 11/10/2025	08/25/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Aug 25 – Aug 27 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Sep 3 – Nov 10 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Oct 25 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates
#PS004 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 11/10/2025	08/25/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Aug 25 – Aug 27 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Sep 3 – Nov 10 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Oct 25 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$413.00
#PS005 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 11/10/2025	08/25/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Aug 25 – Aug 27 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Sep 3 – Nov 10 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Oct 25 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates
#PS006 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 11/10/2025	08/25/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Aug 25 – Aug 27 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Sep 3 – Nov 10 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Oct 25 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$413.00

Vertebrate Anatomy & Physiology 10091223

4.00 credits

Animal Husbandry

Examine the body systems of vertebrate animals. Learning activities include animal dissections. This course establishes the essential framework required for becoming a veterinary technician.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 26 – Dec 17 Tuesday 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM AG213 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Katy-Jane Shanak Aug 26 – Dec 17 Tuesday 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM AG213 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Katy-Jane Shanak Aug 26 – Dec 17 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG301 - Vet Tech Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Katy-Jane Shanak	View Rates

Introduction To Soils 10093102

2.00 credits

Crop And Soil

Examines basic soil and plant relationships. Soil fertility is important in considering the role that the soil plays with regard to the availability of nutrients to plants. Learners will study nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, as well as other macro and micro nutrients. Learners will practice appropriate sampling, analyzing and interpretation of soil sample results. Various soil management practices will be discussed, along with soil physical, chemical and biological properties. The soil profile will be examined.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:20 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Calf Care Management Lab 10091110

1.00 credits

Animal Husbandry

Perform animal health practices and activities as it relates to calves. This hands-on lab provides learners with firsthand exposure to the duties, responsibilities and management opportunities that are present on a dairy operation. Each lab will build upon the skills from the previous lab. In this first lab, the focus will be on calf care; pre-birth through newborn calf care. Learners will have the opportunity to explore and analyze best management practices in calf feeds, nutrition, vaccinations, veterinary needs and housing options.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 10/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 27 – Oct 15 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 04:50 PM AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Charl Van Der Nest	View Rates

Veterinary Medical Calculations 10091205

1.00 credits

Animal Husbandry

Perform the every day medical calculations used in veterinary medicine with accuracy. Learners will perform metric conversions, calculate drug dosages and fluid rates and practice filling prescriptions.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM AG213 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Katy-Jane Shanak	View Rates

Veterinary Medical Terminology 10091172

1.00 credits

Animal Husbandry

Develop an understanding of terms and abbreviations used in the practice of veterinary medicine. Through reading, writing, and speech, learners will master combining forms as they relate to bodily structures, and word parts for the understanding and definition of medical procedures, treatments, and conditions.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG213 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Katy-Jane Shanak	View Rates

Agriculture Equipment Safety 10093103

2.00 credits

Crop And Soil

Explore the work environment of an agriculture equipment technician. Learners will practice safe use of basic hand and power tools. Additionally, learners will cover various types of equipment safe operation in both a shop and farm environment. Learners will complete an agriculture equipment driving examination.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 01:30 PM - 04:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	View Rates

Gas Utility Field Training 2 31469102

5.00 credits

Petroleum Chemical Service

Demonstrate pipe fusing procedures and perform natural gas line installation of mains, services, and valves. Reviews standards for plastic pipe pressure testing, locating, and proper meter sizing. Includes traffic safety, confined space training, and combustible gas indicator operation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/02/2025 – 10/14/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Sep 2 – Oct 14 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 09:30 AM - 03:30 PM AG402 - Gas Utilities Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Brian Mero	View Rates

Diesel Brake Systems 2 10412125

2.00 credits

Combustion Engines

Explores drum and disc air operated foundation brakes, as well as heavy-duty hydraulic brakes. Provides the opportunity for learners to test and troubleshoot the entire air and hydraulic brake systems. Introduces learners to ABS systems found in trucks.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/02/2025 – 09/19/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Sep 2 – Sep 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Andrew Borski	View Rates

Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 1 10412126

1.00 credits

Combustion Engines

Introduces fastener identification and torque as it relates to equipment repairs. In the lab setting, proper torque techniques and concerns are discussed and practiced.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 09/26/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Sep 22 – Sep 26 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence James Eckardt	View Rates

Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 2 10412124

2.00 credits

Combustion Engines

Explores the operation, maintenance and overhaul of various heavy-duty steering and suspension systems. Wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair will be examined.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/29/2025 – 10/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Sep 29 – Oct 15 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence James Eckardt	View Rates

Gas Utility Field Training 3 31469101

5.00 credits

Petroleum Chemical Service

Covers the propane industry and natural gas gate and regulation stations, leak detection surveying, fire control, abnormal operating conditions and mitigation. Also covered are system uprating, mapping, leak repair to include steel mains, and gas line abandonment.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/15/2025 – 12/11/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Oct 15 – Dec 11 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 09:30 AM - 03:30 PM AG402 - Gas Utilities Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Brian Mero	View Rates

Line Electrician Field Training 2 31413101

5.00 credits

Electricity

Introduces learners to overhead pole framing techniques. Builds on pole climbing techniques learned in Line Electrician Field Training 1 and introduces new techniques.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	10/15/2025 – 12/09/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Oct 15 – Dec 9 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski	View Rates

Diesel Preventative Maintenance 1 10412120

1.00 credits

Combustion Engines

Discusses the importance of vehicle maintenance and inspections on commercial motor vehicles. Also introduces the techniques for performing proper maintenance and inspections.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/16/2025 – 10/22/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Oct 16 – Oct 22 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Andrew Borski	View Rates

Diesel Preventative Maintenance 2 10412127

2.00 credits

Combustion Engines

Focuses on the DOT's criteria for performing annual inspections. Also covers record-keeping requirements, liability concerns, and offers the opportunity to earn an annual inspection certificate upon successful completion of the test.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/23/2025 – 11/10/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Oct 23 – Nov 10 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Andrew Borski	View Rates

Diesel Electrical Systems 1 10412118

1.00 credits

Combustion Engines

Analyzes the fundamentals of electricity and electrical safety. Explores Ohm’s Law, use of a digital multimeter, wiring and components.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/11/2025 – 11/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Nov 11 – Nov 17 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence James Eckardt	View Rates

Hazardous Materials Operations 10503203

1.00 credits

Fire Technology

Prepares the participant to perform the minimum hazardous material incident operations associated with firefighting functions. Meets operational level competencies referenced in the JPRs in NFPA 1001 - Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/12/2025 – 12/03/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Nov 12 – Dec 3 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates
#02 Fall	Open	11/12/2025 – 12/03/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Nov 12 – Dec 3 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates

Hazardous Materials Operations 47503780

0.50 credits

Fire Technology

Prepares the participant to be able to perform the minimum hazardous material incident operations associated with firefighting functions at an advanced nationally recognized level under general supervision. The targeted audience is individuals who have completed the training required to meet the Fire Fighter I JPRs in NFPA 1001, and desire to increase their knowledge and skills base to the next level. This course is designed to provide the Fire Fighter II candidate with the information needed to meet the operational level competencies for the hazardous material first responder as referenced in the job performance requirements (JPRs) in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4, 4-1.1. It is based on the National Fire Academy (NFA) Initial Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents: Basic Concepts and Initial Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents: Concepts Implementation curriculums.

4 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PS011 Fall	Open	11/12/2025 – 12/03/2025	11/12/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Nov 12 Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Kyle Lech Nov 17 – Nov 19 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Kyle Lech Dec 1 – Dec 3 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Kyle Lech	View Rates
#PS012 Fall	Open	11/12/2025 – 12/03/2025	11/12/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Nov 12 Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Kyle Lech Nov 17 – Nov 19 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Kyle Lech Dec 1 – Dec 3 Monday, Wednesday 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Kyle Lech	$87.00
#PS013 Fall	Open	11/12/2025 – 12/03/2025	11/12/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Nov 12 Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Nov 17 – Nov 19 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Dec 1 – Dec 3 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates
#PS014 Fall	Open	11/12/2025 – 12/03/2025	11/12/2025	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Nov 12 Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Nov 17 – Nov 19 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Dec 1 – Dec 3 Monday, Wednesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$87.00

Diesel Electrical Systems 2 10412123

2.00 credits

Combustion Engines

Expands on the principles of basic electricity and application. Wiring diagram interpretation and utilization are introduced and practiced. Learners will also begin to apply their knowledge on the battery and starting systems.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/18/2025 – 12/11/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Nov 18 – Dec 11 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence James Eckardt	View Rates