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Portneuf Valley Technical Education & Career Campus
(Open to all School District No. 25 Students)
All classes are held at ISU College of Technology which is on a Semester System
Courses are offered based on demand, teacher availability and certification.

Students are responsible to provide their own transportation if traveling to ISU.
There is no free parking at ISU. Students will have to purchase an ISU student parking permit.

Diesel On-Site Power Generation Pathway

#92027
DESL 1101: Safety and Introduction to Shop Practices
Fall Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

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DESL 1102: Introduction to Electrical
Fall Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

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DESL 1103: Electrical Systems Fall Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

#92021
DESL 1107:
Basic Diesel Electrical Systems
Fall Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

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DESL 1125: Heavy Duty Power Trains
Fall Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

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DESL 1109: Cab Climate Control
Spring Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

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DESL 1113: Diesel Engine Fuel Systems
Spring Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

#92217
DESL 2217: Advanced Engine Electronics Systems
Spring Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

#92184
DESL 1184:
Diesel Engine Technology
Spring Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

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DESL 1186: Diesel Engine Electricity Systems
Spring Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

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DESL 1190
Diesel Engine Emission Systems
Spring Semester
@ ISU
Grades 12

Diesel On-Site Power Generation Courses

92027 Diesel - Safety and Introduction to Shop Practices
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92027 Diesel - Safety and Introduction to Shop Practices - ISU 12

DESL 1101 Safety and Introduction to Shop Practices

Theory and application of shop safety, tool and equipment usage, precision measuring, basic welding, and oxy-acetylene skills. PREREQ: Minimum score of 14 on ALEKS or equivalent. D - STEM course

92011 Diesel - Introduction to Electrical
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92011 Diesel - Introduction to Electrical - ISU 12

DESL 1102 Introduction to Electrical

Introduction to electrical theory, basic CAN BUS networking, and essential electrical system formulas. PREREQ: Minimum score of 14 on ALEKS or equivalent. F, S - STEM course

92014 Diesel - Electrical Systems
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92014 Diesel - Electrical Systems - ISU 12

DESL 1103 Electrical Systems

Troubleshooting and repair procedures for heavy-duty electrical systems, including electrical principles as they relate to the components used in trucks and heavy equipment, wiring schematics, and lighting along with the associated testing and repair procedures for each system. Topics include basic electricity fundamentals, starters, charting systems, batteries, troubleshooting, and lighting systems. PREREQ: Minimum score of 14 on ALEKS or equivalent. F, S - STEM course

92021 Diesel - Basic Diesel Electrical Systems
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92021 Diesel - Basic Diesel Electrical Systems - ISU                                                                                                                        12

DESL 1107 Basic Diesel Electrical Systems

Theory, application, and practice in basic electricity and electronic principles to include wiring circuits, charging, and starting systems found in diesel powered vehicles. Emphasis will be given to diagnosis of electrical systems and use of diagnostic equipment. PREREQ: Minimum score of 14 on ALEKS or equivalent. D - STEM course

92024 Diesel - Heavy Duty Power Trains
Updated

92024 Diesel - Heavy Duty Power Trains - ISU 12

DESL 1125 Heavy Duty Power Trains

Theory, application, and practice in basic electricity and electronic principles to include wiring circuits, charging, and starting systems found in diesel powered vehicles. Emphasis will be given to diagnosis of electrical systems and use of diagnostic equipment. PREREQ: Minimum score of 14 on ALEKS or equivalent. D - STEM course

92029 Diesel - Cab Climate Control
Updated

92029 Diesel - Cab Climate Control - ISU 12

DESL 1109 Cab Climate Control

Fundamentals of mobile air conditioning and heating systems including electronic climate controls and principles, basic refrigeration concepts, evacuation and recharging, and repair and testing of systems. Students will become familiar with environmental regulations and proper disposal of refrigerants. D - STEM course

92013 Diesel - Diesel Engine Fuel Systems
Updated

92013 Diesel - Diesel Engine Fuel Systems - ISU 12

DESL 1113 Diesel Engine Fuel Systems

Introduces diesel fuel system interactions through CAN BUS applications in mechanical fuel pumps, governors, air-to-fuel ratios, and the chemistry of combustion. Classroom theory will be followed by practical lab application including setting valve lash, adjusting injector settings, and other tune-up related procedures to increase efficiency and decrease pollution as part of introduction to Tier 4 emission controls. F, S - STEM course

92217 Diesel Adv Engines Electronics System
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92217 Diesel Adv Engines Electronics System - ISU 12

DESL 2217 Adv Engines Electronics System

Provides instruction in theory and operation of electronic control systems, introduction to Tier 4 emissions, electronic control modules, and electronic governors through advanced CAN BUS networking. Practical application and use of multimeters, engine diagnostic software, and troubleshooting techniques are provided. F,S - STEM course

92184 Diesel -Diesel Engine Technology
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92184 Diesel -Diesel Engine Technology - ISU 12

DESL 1184 Diesel Engine Technology

Instruction in diesel power theory fundamentals and operation of diesel engines in mining, agriculture, and trucking applications. Classroom theory is combined with laboratory sections consisting of overhaul procedures, repair, diagnostic testing, and final adjustment of components or systems. D - STEM course

92186 Diesel - Diesel Engine Electricity Systems
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92186 Diesel - Diesel Engine Electricity Systems - ISU 12

DESL 1186 Diesel Engine Electricity Systems

Provides instruction in theory and application of computerized engine management systems, understanding the relationship of electronic components to overall engine performance, and employ diagnostic equipment to test and monitor engine systems. F,S - STEM course

92190 Diesel - Diesel Engine Emission System
Updated

92190 Diesel - Diesel Engine Emission System - ISU 12

DESL 1190 Diesel Engine Emission System

Provides instruction in theory and application of new federal emissions compliance standards for diesel powered vehicles. Advanced Tier 4 topics include advanced concepts of exhaust treatment, testing of emission control devices, emissions monitoring, troubleshooting, and corrective action for emissions compliance and maximum power output. F,S -   STEM course