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Post Secondary

Designing And Timing Your Garden 31001103

  • 2.00 credits
  • Horticulture
  • Utilizing planning and space saving techniques, learners will develop a wide range of garden design options available. Additionally, Wisconsin weather should be considered when creating the garden design. Learners will outline when and where to plant and harvest cool and warm season plants.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
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    Post Secondary

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    Diesel Brake Systems 3 10412131

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • Focuses on the mechanical and electronic controls of air brake systems, including the operation and troubleshooting of ABS and Stability Control systems for trucks and tractor/trailers. Instruction expands to include the principles, operation, and service of automatic and automated transmission systems and their integration with other systems. Learners will apply diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques while interpreting compressed air, hydraulic, and electrical schematics related to braking and transmission systems.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/11/2026 –
    12/08/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Nov 11 – Dec 8
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
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    Post Secondary

    Diesel Drive Train 2 10412109

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $392.58
  • Instructs learners on the fundamentals of heavy duty transmissions. Learners will overhaul manual and automatic shifting transmissions, troubleshoot and repair fully automatic and automatic shifting manual transmissions and read wiring and air schematics.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Spring
    Open
    04/15/2026 –
    04/30/2026
    04/15/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Apr 15 – Apr 30
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $392.58
    Post Secondary

    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.

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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    Diesel Electrical Systems 4 10412130

  • 3.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • 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
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    Diesel Emission Systems 10412113

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • Instructs learners on the latest technologies employed in heavy diesel emission reduction systems. Covers diesel emission regulations, emission reduction theory, diesel emission contributions to air quality and ethics pertaining to diesel emission system repairs. Learners will troubleshoot and repair exhaust gas recirculation systems, diesel particulate containment systems and Tier 4 exhaust aftertreatment technologies.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/21/2026 –
    10/09/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Sep 21 – Oct 9
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
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    Post Secondary

    Diesel Engines 3 10412132

  • 3.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • 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
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    Fruit Crop Production I 31001118

  • 1.00 credits
  • Horticulture
  • Introduces learners to pomology and its role in both global and local food systems. Students will explore the foundations of fruit crop production, with emphasis on fruit growth and development, integrated pest and disease management, and the principles of harvest and post-harvest handling. Examines how fruit physiology and production practices intersect to influence yield, quality, and market value. Throughout the semester, a different fruit or nut crop will be highlighted each week, allowing students to build a broad understanding of diverse species and cultivar selection, growing requirements, and their importance in food systems.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
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    Post Secondary

    Garden Production Basics 31001114

  • 2.00 credits
  • Horticulture
  • Examines plant development and factors that affect plant growth. Through hands-on experience, text, lab and classroom activities, learners will examine environmental effects, market gardening equipment, irrigation tools, and fertilizers necessary to grow healthy, productive plants. Emphasizes crop production practices in small- and large-scale gardens, high tunnels, and a greenhouse.

    1 Course Section
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    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 Hybrid Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    Monday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
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    Post Secondary

    Greenhouse Operation and Design 31001113

  • 1.00 credits
  • Horticulture
  • Explores greenhouse parts, structure, and coverings along with environmental controls will be covered throughout this course. Learners will actively participate in the operation of a greenhouse. Learners will evaluate greenhouse structure and design, while participating in greenhouse site assessment.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
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    Post Secondary

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
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    Post Secondary

    Hydroponics 31001117

  • 2.00 credits
  • Horticulture
  • Explores the fundamentals of hydroponics and growing plants using water as a growing medium. Hands-on learning activities include growing and maintaining plants in an indoor hydroponic growing facility, a bato bucket system, and vertical hydroponic gardens. Learners will discover the scientific concepts behind growing plants in hydroponic systems and become experts in alternative growing methods.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 Hybrid Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    Monday
    12:30 PM - 04:20 PM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Alex Crockford
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/27/2026 –
    12/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 27 – Dec 10
    Thursday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Alex Crockford
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    Post Secondary

    Introduction To The Horticulture Industry 31001100

  • 1.00 credits
  • Horticulture
  • Explores the scope of the horticulture sector, including career opportunities. Familiarizes learners with the Agriculture Center of Excellence and standard operating procedures. Learners will begin to develop a strategic college plan. Learners will be exposed to the various opportunities available throughout their program of study.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 09:50 AM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
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    Post Secondary

    Merchandising Produce Applications I 31001120

  • 1.00 credits
  • Horticulture
  • Introduces the principles and practices of produce merchandising for roadside stands and farmers markets. Covers methods for assessing produce quality, grading standards, and their application in marketing channels. Explores creative visual merchandising techniques and the relationships between customer behavior, effective product display, and product purchase. Examines the structure and success factors of community-supported agriculture (CSA) businesses. Students actively participate in operating farmers market stands using produce grown during the course, applying merchandising concepts in real-time.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    03:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
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    Post Secondary

    Pest and Disease Management 10001105

  • 3.00 credits
  • Horticulture
  • Researches the latest science-based recommendations for battling garden and field pest problems. Throughout this course, students will learn to identify pests and plant diseases. Learners will determine what corrective action should be taken, if any. Integrated pest management concepts are covered in this course.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 Hybrid Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Trevor Frank
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