Course Descriptions
Transportation Service Operati 10412125 Introduces the auto and diesel shop environment , safety and the use of basic hand / power tools in accordance with industry standards , use of manufacturer ' s service information and literature , handling hazardous materials , and emphasizes general shop safety and general shop practices . Course Typically Offered : Fall
College 101 10890101 Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages reflective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Transportation Welding 1 10412170 Focuses on welding and cutting safety ; develops skills in welding and cutting of metals used in the transportation trades . Methods of welding include gas metal arc welding ( MIG ) in the horizontal , vertical , and overhead positions . Methods of cutting include oxy-fuel and plasma arc cutting of metals . Students will learn to set up and maintain welding equipment and weld and cut a variety of types and thicknesses of materials commonly used in the transportation trades . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Intro to Diesel Mechanics 10412151 Introduces the student to the tools and equipment used in a heavy duty diesel shop , diesel shop work orders , vehicle classifications , fasteners and repair hardware , rigging and lifting , and basic diesel shop equipment operation . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Intro to Electrical Systems 10412153 Focus on the theory of electricity . This will include studying Ohms , Kirchoff ' s , and Newton ' s Laws and how they apply to the circuits on various electrical systems on a vehicle . Students will apply these theories to troubleshoot simple circuits . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Schematic Interpretation 10412152 Electronic / hydraulic schematics , applications of schematics , system similarities , components , review of systems operation , practical applications in diagnosing system problems , use of special test equipment / schematics to solve problems . Course Typically Offered : Spring
Transportation Welding 2 10412171 This course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process , and understanding of GMAW ( MIG ) welding equipment set-up , use , and maintenance and GMAW ( MIG ) welding on various thicknesses of steel in the flat , vertical , horizontal , and overhead position . ( Prerequisite : 10-412-170 , Transportation Welding 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 1 10412154 Focuses on the fundamentals of electricity , batteries starting circuits , charging circuits , and electrical circuits found on trucks and tractors . Covers testing and troubleshooting procedures for various systems presently used in the industry , as well as how to perform repairs . ( Pre-requisite : 10-412-153 , Intro to Electrical Systems ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Diesel Lab Operations 10412100 Diesel shop safety , basic equipment operation , rigging and lifting , hand and power precision tools , fasteners and hazard material handling procedures . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Mathematical Reasoning 10804134 All college students , regardless of their college major , need to be able to make reasonable decisions about fiscal , environmental , and health issues that require quantitative reasoning skills . An activity based approach is used to explore numerical relationships , graphs , proportional relationships , algebraic reasoning , and problem solving using linear , exponential and other mathematical models . Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts . This course may be used as the first of a two part sequence that ends with Quantitative Reasoning as the capstone general education math requirement . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Arith score greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg score greater / equal to 250 ; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to 12.7 AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.8 ; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to 780 AND Rdg greater / equal to 567 ; OR ACT Math score greater / equal to 15 AND ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 ; OR prep courses-contact an academic advisor 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Hydraulic / Pneumatic Systems 10412156 Covers but is not limited to hydraulics principles , system schematics and symbols , pumps , valves , cylinders , motors , accumulators , filters , reservoirs , hydraulic seals , fluids , maintenance , and safety rules . ( Prerequisite : 10-412-152 , Schematic Interpretation ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Chassis Sub-Systems 10412158 Focus on the sub system of various OEM chassis including compressed air for brakes , avoidance collision system , and chassis configurations . Students will use OEM software to obtain OEM specifications for each sub system . Course Typically Offered : Spring
Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 2 10412155 Focuses on troubleshooting and diagnostics of electrical systems used on heavy duty vehicles . Students will diagnose and repair electronic engines , transmissions and ABS systems . Wiring schematic reading and wiring harness repair will be covered . ( Prerequisite : 10-412-154 , Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
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