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Post Secondary

Building Design For The Cow 10091165

  • 3.00 credits
  • Animal Husbandry
  • $530.10
  • Examines various barn designs and layouts in order to ensure the well-being of food producing animals. Learners will explore a variety of best practices pertaining to barn design for milk production, animal comfort and reducing animal stress. 

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/03/2026 –
    07/29/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Jun 3 – Jul 29
    Wednesday
    12:30 PM - 04:50 PM
    AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Charl Van Der Nest
    Jun 3 – Jul 29
    Monday
    12:30 PM - 04:50 PM
    AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Charl Van Der Nest
    $530.10
    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
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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
    $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
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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
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Brake Systems 3 10412131

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • 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
    $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
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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
    $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
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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
    $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
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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
    $620.10
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Emission Systems 10412113

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • 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
    $413.40
    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
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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
    $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
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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
    $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
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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
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Farm Tax Essentials 10091181

  • 2.00 credits
  • Animal Husbandry
  • $355.40
  • Application of federal and Wisconsin income tax laws regarding farming are covered in this course. Understanding how taxes affect the financial picture in a business is critical to the agriculture professional. Learners will apply income tax laws throughout the course as various topics are covered regarding taxation. Learners will prepare individual, Schedule F, and other supporting forms used in reporting financial information.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/21/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Oct 21 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Alex Crockford
    $355.40
    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
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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
    $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
    Post Secondary

    Lactating Cow Management Lab 10091125

  • 1.00 credits
  • Animal Husbandry
  • $198.70
  • Perform animal health practices and activities as it relates to lactating cows. 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 fourth lab, the focus will be on lactating cows. Students will have the opportunity to explore and analyze best management practices in lactating cow feeds, nutrition, vaccinations, veterinary needs and housing options.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Charl Van Der Nest
    $198.70
    Post Secondary

    Transition Cow Management Lab 10091120

  • 1.00 credits
  • Animal Husbandry
  • $198.70
  • Perform animal health practices and activities as it relates to transition cows. 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 third lab, the focus will be on transition cow care; six weeks prior to six weeks post calving. Students will have the opportunity to explore and analyze best management practices in transition cow feeds, nutrition, vaccinations, veterinary needs and housing options.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/03/2026 –
    07/29/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Jun 3 – Jul 29
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Charl Van Der Nest
    $198.70

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