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Continuing Education

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
    4 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PS001 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    11/10/2026
    08/26/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Nov 10
    Thursday, Tuesday
    09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
    PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    Oct 17
    Saturday
    08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
    PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
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    #PS002 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    11/10/2026
    08/26/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Nov 10
    Thursday, Tuesday
    09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    Oct 17
    Saturday
    08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $426.00
    #PS003 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    11/10/2026
    08/26/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Nov 10
    Thursday, Tuesday
    06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    Oct 17
    Saturday
    08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
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    #PS004 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    11/10/2026
    08/26/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Nov 10
    Thursday, Tuesday
    06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    Oct 17
    Saturday
    08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $426.00
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Brake Systems 1 10412119

  • 1.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $206.70
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    08/28/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 24 – Aug 28
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $206.70
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Brake Systems 2 10412125

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/31/2026 –
    09/18/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 31 – Sep 18
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Electrical Systems 1 10412118

  • 1.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $206.70
  • Analyzes the fundamentals of electricity and electrical safety. Explores Ohm’s Law, use of a digital multimeter, wiring and components.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/10/2026 –
    11/16/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Nov 10 – Nov 16
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $206.70
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Electrical Systems 2 10412123

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/17/2026 –
    12/10/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Nov 17 – Dec 10
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Electrical Systems 4 10412130

  • 3.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $620.10
  • Expands on heavy-duty electronic controls with a focus on practical lab activities and applied diagnostics. Learners will develop advanced skills in vehicle communication networks, data links, and diagnostic protocols used in both conventional and electric vehicle (EV) systems. Instruction includes EV safety procedures, high-voltage component identification, and system integration concepts. Emphasis is placed on real-world troubleshooting, fault code retrieval, and safe repair practices for electronically controlled and electric vehicle systems.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/12/2026 –
    11/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Oct 12 – Oct 23
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    Oct 26 – Oct 30
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    Nov 2 – Nov 10
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $620.10
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Engines 3 10412132

  • 3.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $620.10
  • Builds on theory and operation principles learned in Diesel Engines 2. Examines in detail an engine's lubricating and cooling systems, as well as its internal rotating assembly. Through lab and lecture we perform diesel engine disassembly, inspection, parts evaluation and reassembly.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    09/18/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 24 – Sep 18
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $620.10
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Preventative Maintenance 1 10412120

  • 1.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $206.70
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/15/2026 –
    10/21/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Oct 15 – Oct 21
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $206.70
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Preventative Maintenance 2 10412127

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/22/2026 –
    11/09/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Oct 22 – Nov 9
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Fire Fighting Principles 10503142

  • 4.00 credits
  • Fire Technology
  • $778.80
  • 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
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    11/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Nov 10
    Thursday, Tuesday
    09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    Oct 17
    Saturday
    08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $778.80
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    11/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Nov 10
    Thursday, Tuesday
    06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    Oct 17
    Saturday
    08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $778.80
    Continuing Education

    Hazardous Materials Operations 47503785

  • 0.60 credits
  • Fire Technology
  • $103.00
  • 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 1010, 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) 1010, 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.

    6 Course Sections
    6 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PS011 Spring
    Open
    04/28/2026 –
    05/14/2026
    04/29/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Apr 28 – May 14
    Thursday, Tuesday
    06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $103.00
    #PS012 Spring
    Open
    04/28/2026 –
    05/14/2026
    04/29/2026 Hybrid Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Apr 28 – May 14
    Thursday, Tuesday
    06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
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    #PS001 Fall
    Open
    11/12/2026 –
    12/03/2026
    11/13/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Nov 12 – Dec 3
    Thursday, Tuesday
    09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
    PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
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    #PS002 Fall
    Open
    11/12/2026 –
    12/03/2026
    11/13/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Nov 12 – Dec 3
    Thursday, Tuesday
    09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $107.00
    #PS003 Fall
    Open
    11/12/2026 –
    12/03/2026
    11/13/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Nov 12 – Dec 3
    Thursday, Tuesday
    06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    View Rates
    #PS004 Fall
    Open
    11/12/2026 –
    12/03/2026
    11/13/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Nov 12 – Dec 3
    Thursday, Tuesday
    06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $107.00
    Post Secondary

    Hazardous Materials Operations 10503203

  • 1.00 credits
  • Fire Technology
  • $194.70
  • 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
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/12/2026 –
    12/03/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Nov 12 – Dec 3
    Thursday, Tuesday
    09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $194.70
    #02 Fall
    Open
    11/12/2026 –
    12/03/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Nov 12 – Dec 3
    Thursday, Tuesday
    06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence
    Michael Vogel
    $194.70
    Post Secondary

    Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 1 10412126

  • 1.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $206.70
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/21/2026 –
    09/25/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Sep 21 – Sep 25
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $206.70
    Post Secondary

    Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 2 10412124

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/28/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Sep 28 – Oct 14
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $413.40

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