Basic welding fundamentals for vocational programs other than welding. Emphasizes shielded metallic arc welding and oxyacetylene welding.

A practical application of the analysis, repair, and testing of the material covered in DESL 1010. This lab involves the use of proper methods, tools and service materials to complete work requirements.

Study of the practical operations of bearings, bushings, gears, and the systems of power trains incorporated in farm tractors. Includes the fundamentals of mechanical steering, gear repair and adjustment, and the basic study of farm machinery used in modern farming, this includes a study of a variety of farm machinery operations, tests and troubleshooting of farm machinery.

A practical application of the diagnosis, service, repair installation, and overhaul of the systems covered in DESL 1065. Lab projects emphasize the proper use of gauges and other tools to diagnose and repair the system.

A basic course in OSHA safety training including many common shop situations. Includes personal protection equipment, hazard communications, hand and power tool safety, safe lifting, fire prevention, and forklift operator training. A safety training certificate and forklift operator license will be given to each student who passes the course. Training and testing will be done in a classroom environment with hands on observation during normal diesel lab times.

Work-study program for in-depth instruction on the job. The college gives both related and vocational instruction before and or during this period, including seminars directly related to the work experience. These experiences are planned and supervised by the college and employers so that each contributes to the student's education and employability. Work periods may be scheduled part or full time. Permission of instructor required.

Includes proper use of tools, scanners, and other test equipment required to service electronic circuits on farm equipment. Also covers proper installation, calibration, set-up, testing, and diagnosing various types of electronic devices.

The course includes disassembly, repair, measurement, and assembly procedures for diesel engines and diesel fuel systems. Emphasis on diagnosis, testing and repairing of diesel engines and related systems including fuel systems.

Practical experience in repair, troubleshooting, and testing various hydraulic components used in today's farm tractors and industrial equipment. Students are required to disassemble, analyze, troubleshoot, repair, and assemble hydraulic components.

Exposure to practical information from psychology for use in everyday human relations and to improve communication skills.

Development of both oral and written communicative skills essential to career areas. Includes business letters, job applications, and analyzing and writing of technical reports.

Development of math skills for success in the industry with major emphasis on problem solving through numerical methods. A scientific calculator serves a major means to this end. Topics include numeration and operations, measurement, number representation, and formulas.

An introduction to basic computer operations using personal computers operating in a Windows environment. Students learn to use the computer to create and edit word processing and spreadsheet documents and use the Internet as a resource for information.

Covers the basic principles needed for effective personal and business finance management, including the practical applications of budgeting, credit, insurance, taxes, along with business overhead, break-even analysis, and return on investment.