Introduction to Mass Communication 10801141

Explores communication in media and media literacy by providing insight into the important issues that confront students as consumers and purveyors of mass media within the workforce and in society. The mass media revolution, including media technologies, the evolution of media content and platforms, including new media, the impact of media communications on business and society as a whole, media bias, and media law and ethics from the basis of the course. Keywords: Mass Comm, Intro to Mass, Intro to Comm

Introduction To Molecular Diagnostics 10513170

Introduces the principles and application of molecular diagnostics in the clinical laboratory.

Introduction to Philosophy 10809260

Introduces various fields of philosophy, philosophical methodology and the history of philosophy. Examines some philosophical issues in depth and develops the ability to think, speak and write critically about these problems that have concerned human beings for centuries.

Introduction To Six Sigma 10623173

Analyzes each step in the DMAIC process (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control). Learners completing this course will gain a fundamental understanding of the principles of six sigma and will be able to apply them in a work setting.

Introduction To The Accounting Program 10101103

Encourages the learner to explore the various career paths within the accounting field. Introduces the skills necessary to be successful in the accounting program. Learners will develop tools to assist with readiness for learning concepts of accounting, success skills for employment readiness, and technological skills necessary for using various industry software.

Introduction To The SUDC Profession 10550200

Explore characteristics that are incorporated into substance use counseling and practice. Determine personal values, beliefs, strengths and weaknesses. Analyze the eight practice dimensions used to effectively treat substance use disorders: Clinical Evaluation; Treatment Planning; Referral; Service Coordination; Counseling; Patient, Family and Community Education; Documentation; and Professional and Ethical Responsibilities. Evaluate legal and ethical issues surrounding substance use counseling. Evaluate Information about Wisconsin licensing for substance use counseling.

Introduction To Welding 10442101

Compares equipment and techniques used in the major arc welding and thermal cutting processes. Learners perform introductory level welds in the SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW processes. Learners also perform material preparation skills including shearing, grinding and thermal cutting.

Introductory Hospitality Internship 10109124

Demonstrates hospitality in action with an educational framework for both the learner (intern) and employer. The learner will begin to understand and apply the hospitality management processes and operations at their chosen internship.

Introductory Statistics 10804189

Students taking Introductory Statistics display data with graphs, describe distributions with numbers, perform correlation and regression analyses and design experiments. They use probability and distributions to make predictions, estimate parameters and test hypotheses. They draw inferences about relationships including ANOVA. Keywords: Stats, Intro to Stats, Data

Intrusion Detection Systems 10151108

Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Intrusion Detection System technologies. the What, Why and Who of IDS is explored, including the features of an IDS verses an IPS. The importance of IDS, IDS technologies, and Packet Capture and Protocols are covered. Learners will analyze and capture network traffic through the use of sniffer tools and programs. Learners capture, view, and analyze network traffic in an attempt to monitor and secure the network. By the end of this course, the learner will have analyzed, applied, and evaluated IDS terminology, technologies, and protocols to secure Network traffic.

IT Career Skills 10152398

Surveys the skills required to succeed in the IT job market. Learners will write IT-targeted resumes/cover letters, complete IT job applications, perform IT job searches, participate in IT mock interviews, self-market using social media, create a portfolio and network with IT professionals. Additional topics include creating a targeted cover letter/resume and IT interview preparation.

IT Development and Design Fundamentals 10152500

Introduces the field of IT software development and design. Learners will explore degree and career paths, IT tools and processes and begin to demonstrate professional communication. Learners will create or modify a simple computer program using an integrated development environment.

IT Hardware Fundamentals 10154100

Introduces learner to terms, concepts and functions of personal computers. Demonstrate knowledge of proper function and use of computer internal and external components, system configuration, data backup and peripherals. Helps learner prepare for CompTIA's A+ Certification exams.

IT Internship 10152399

Provides exposure to working in the information technology field. Learners will apply/interview for, obtain and complete a minimum of a 72-hour internship in their specialization of IT. Additional topics include writing IT-targeted resumes/cover letters, performing job searches, self-marketing using social media and creating a portfolio.

IT Software Fundamentals 10154102

Learn advanced PC operating system structure, features and use. Explore in depth hard drive management, file sharing and command line. Helps learner prepare for CompTIA's A+ Certification exams.

Keyboarding 2 10106129

Applies keyboarding techniques (proper finger usage and body position) through hands-on touch typing on a QWERTY keyboard (alphabet, number and symbol keys). Learners are expected to enter this course with a minimum of 27 wpm. Learners will develop an increased rate of touch-typing at a minimum of 40 words per minute (wpm) and 26 npm (numbers) by the end of the course.

Leading Change And Diversity 10196169

In Leading Change and Diversity, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to implement and maintain a diverse work environment which understands and values the change process. Each learner will: demonstrate change management strategies, assess the current extent of diversity in the workplace, evaluate the effect of perceptions, attitudes, biases, prejudice, stereotypes and organizational culture on diversity, recognize barriers and take corrective measures, implement diversity management strategies and measure and celebrate success.

Leading Strategically 10196190

Learners apply the skills and tools necessary to fulfill a leadership role in the workplace. Each learner will: evaluate leadership skills, demonstrate leadership effectiveness, meet organizational requirements, carry out individual and group motivation strategies, implement mission, vision and goal setting, display ethical behavior, establish a personal leadership style, practice situational leadership, understand the impacts of power, facilitating employee development, coaching, managing change and effective conflict resolution.

Lean Manufacturing Fundamentals 10623147

Analyzes the eight wastes of manufacturing. The learner will then explore concepts such as 5S, Total Productive Maintenance, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping. The learner will be given activities to implement concepts in their work setting.

Lean Organizations 10196114

In Lean Organizations, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to enhance company performance and profitability by identifying and eliminating waste throughout all business processes. Lean is a work smarter, not harder, approach that allows an organization to produce more while utilizing fewer resources. Many traditional approaches to business processes require excessive inventory, repetitive tasks, wasted materials, scrap and rework and misappropriated human and other resources. Each learner will: identify and practice Lean Solutions by completing learning plans that cover Lean Operations, Value-stream Mapping, 8 Wastes, 5S Workplace Organization, Set-up Reduction, Cellular Flow Design, Lean Culture Development, Value Chain Management, Kanban Systems and Total Productive Maintenance.

Legal Aspects Of Business Organizations 10110107

Outlines the primary forms of business organizations, including sole proprietorship, partnerships, corporations and limited liability companies. Learners create a simulated company, determining the correct legal entity and drafting the necessary documentation to file with local, state or federal entities.

Legal Research And Writing 10110108

Examines the steps required to conduct legal research, identifying and applying basic research techniques. Explores electronic research using software and publicly available information. Learners draft legal documents, letters, and memoranda, using appropriate legal terminology and citation.

Legal Writing 10110116

Examines concepts of Legal Analysis and Legal Writing, with an emphasis on Wisconsin law. Learners draft legal documents, letters, and memoranda, using appropriate legal terminology and citation.

Line Electrician Safety 3 31413108

Establishes safety procedures in pole top rescue techniques, and protective grounding, low voltage construction, and tree trimming methods and tools. Prepares learners to identify and establish a safe traffic work zone.

Linux Server 1 10150122

Examines important concepts of network and systems administration using the Linux operating system. Coverage will include the use of command-line and graphical interfaces, user administration, file systems, file sharing, printing, security, web services and networking.

Logistics And Distribution Management 10182145

Examines the logistics, transportation and distribution functions of supply chain management. These functions plan, implement, and control the efficient, effective forward and reverse flow and storage of goods, services, and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet customers’ requirements. Learners will examine practical management perspective in the following areas: order management, distribution, transportation, international logistics, inventory control, warehousing facility location, sustainable logistics practices, key performance indicators and supply chain finance.

Machine Control 1: Ladder Logic Fundamentals 10620151

Introduces ladder logic symbols and diagrams used in industrial control circuits. Safety standards and procedures are reviewed and implemented. Discrete industrial devices are also studied including switches, relays, timers, and motor starters.

Machine Control 2: Motor And Actuator Control 10620152

Develop motor and other actuator control and power circuits. The student will utilize typical industrial manufacturing controls. Basic machine sequence control circuits are developed using computer aided design and simulation software.

Machine Control 3: Sensors And Machine Safety 10620153

Introduces solid state motor controls and proximity and photo sensors. Machine sequence control circuits are developed using programmable logic relays (PLRs) with computer based ladder logic programming and simulation software and then connected and tested in the lab.

Machine Design 1 10606115

Introduces the fundamentals of machine design and power transmission. The different types and capabilities of power transmission components (chain and belt drives, coupling, clutches, brakes, gear reducers, bearings, and electric motors) are introduced. The student will be  capable of proper selection of commercially available power transmission components into systems using the principles of power, torque, and speed.

Management Principles 10196191

Gain knowledge and develop the expertise necessary to apply the tools needed to perform essential supervisory and managerial functions. Learners will develop the ability to provide timely and constructive feedback, evaluate and improve performance, conduct performance appraisals, conduct employee mentoring, provide workforce training and coaching, communicate effectively and create a motivating environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of important management and supervisory roles including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, controlling, analysis, delegation, problem-solving, decision-making, team development, leadership, motivation, training and staff development.

Management Union Relations 10504188

Analyze the dynamics of the staff-supervisor relationship within a unionized organization. Learners will examine methods of improving organizational communication, performance and sustainability in a union environment.

Managerial Accounting 1 10101125

Prepares the learner to compare the cost accounting environment with other accounting environments, identify production costs, analyze production components of accounting reports, analyze production flows, classify production costs as direct, indirect and fixed, variable, or mixed, apply cost assignment methods, process production costs using job order costing and process costing, allocate departmental overhead.

Managerial Accounting 2 10101122

Prepares the learner to analyze financial performance from a managerial perspective. Learners will examine capital budget investments, compare capital structures, prepare a master budget, prepare standard costs, develop a working capital management strategy, and explore implementing sustainability into business practices.

Managing Human Resources 10196193

Learners apply the skills and tools necessary to identify, acquire and effectively direct employee abilities to meet workforce and organizational challenges and goals. Each learner will: demonstrate the relevance of the supervisor's role in human resources management, explore the impacts of EEOC, write job descriptions, develop recruitment and selection strategies, conduct job interviews, carry out staff on-boarding and orientations, develop workplace policies and procedures, develop and implement training and development programs, execute performance appraisal and management, provide coaching and effectively utilize compensation and benefit strategies.

Managing Safety & Risk In Business 10196136

In Managing Safety & Risk in Business, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to provide a safe and secure work environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of safety awareness, understand federal, state and local compliance, conduct incident investigation and documentation, practice effective human relations techniques, conduct safety orientations, inspections and risk analysis, guard against issues of workplace violence, identify and assist employees with substance abuse issues, identify and correct workplace health hazards, practice first aid, CPR, fire and electrical safety, practice emergency preparedness procedures, act as a liaison with external agencies and design safe facilities.

Manufacturing Processes - Fabrication 10606162

Introduces the student to the fundamentals of manufacturing processes used in the manufacture and design of products. Metal casting, powder metallurgy, bulk forming (forging, extrusion), sheet metal forming (rolling, drawing, bending), and joining processes are introduced. The course focuses on the materials, properties, capabilities, equipment, and design considerations for each process.

Manufacturing Processes - Machining 10606160

Examines precision measurement tools and explores material removal processes, testing techniques and finishing methods as well as rapid prototyping and 3D printing. The learner will consider how these processes influence design decisions and influence part and product design.

Market Research 10104175

Examines the strategic market research process and the steps necessary to complete a research plan.  The learner creates a complete marketing research project from start to finish, along with reporting the final results.  The learner will explore: market needs, researching secondary data, primary data collection and data analysis.

Marketing Presentations 10104184

Explores listening and speaking skills to enhance and improve business communication.  Learners create and deliver a business meeting with complete agenda and meeting notes.  The learner prepares outlines to deliver short presentations about best speaking tips, a product demonstration, and a final marketing presentation that incorporates presentation aids and technologies.

Marketing Principles 10104172

Introduces an understanding of basic marketing fundamentals. The learner will explore consumer demographics, lifestyles and decision making; evaluate product distribution; promotions and price planning. The learner will create a Strategic Marketing Plan combining the components listed and develop a presentation.

Marketing Services And Customer Experience 10104129

Explores best practices to strengthen relationships with customers, understand the importance of managing customer expectations, the financial impact of customer service on corporate performance, and how to satisfy the customer's needs and wants through interaction with the customer. The learner maps the customer journey and builds a customer service strategic plan for a business.

Marriage & Family 10809128

This course introduces the student to the sociological aspects of marriage and family life in contemporary American society. Emphasis is on the study of cognitive, emotional and behavioral patterns associated with courtship, love, mate selection, sexuality and marriage. Moreover, it discusses the life span development in the family life cycle, balancing work and family and parenting. This course is based on the premise that human attitudes, feelings and behaviors are largely shaped and influenced by philosophy, gender, communication and personal beliefs. Therefore, success in the institutions of marriage and family require knowledge and skills in the roles of spouse and parent and ways to apply concepts to daily life. Keywords: Soc, Family and Marriage, Marriage, Family Development

Materials Of Industry 10606132

In this course, you will be involved in the in-depth examination of manufacturing materials related to the ultimate design decision involved in part and product design. You will learn the principles and theory of the methodology of material selection, the properties of materials, the structure of materials and specific materials and their function in product application.

Math with Business Apps 10804123

This course integrates algebraic concepts, proportions, percents, simple interest, compound interest, annuities, and basic statistics with business/consumer scenarios. It also applies math concepts to the purchasing/buying and selling processes.

Mathematics and Logic 10804133

Students will apply problem solving techniques from discrete mathematics. Topics include symbolic logic, sets, algebra and base number systems.

Mechanical Design Engineering Internship 10606181

Provides the learner with a significant off-campus experiential learning opportunity to make connections between the theory and practice of academic study and the practical application of that study in a professional work environment. Gain  relevant engineering experience and professional connections.

Mechanical Systems 1: Basic Machine Components 10620157

Introduces how machines work and basic mechanical power transmission system components.

Mechanical Systems 2: Power Transmission Systems 10620158

Incorporates the detailed study of mechanical power transmission system components. Included are gear, belt, chain and screw drive systems. Lab experiments include the selection, installation and maintenance of mechanical power transmission components and systems.

Mechanisms 10606180

Introduces the techniques used in the design and analysis of mechanisms with application to machine design. Graphical and analytical methods are presented to study the motion characteristics (displacement, velocity and acceleration) of four-bar linkages, slider-cranks, cams, gears and other special mechanisms. The use of CAD and spreadsheets is emphasized.

Med Office Insurance & Finance 31509307

Introduces medical assistant students to health insurance and finance in the medical office. Students perform bookkeeping procedures, apply managed care guidelines and complete insurance claim forms. Students use medical coding and managed care terminology to perform insurance-related duties.

Medical Law, Ethics & Profess 31509309

Prepares students to display professionalism and perform within ethical and legal boundaries in the health care setting. Students maintain confidentiality, examine legal aspects of ambulatory healthcare, perform quality improvement procedures, examine legal and bioethical issues and demonstrate awareness of diversity.

Medical Terminology 10501101

Focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes and word roots. Students practice formation, analysis and reconstruction of terms. Emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation. Introduction to operative, diagnostic, therapeutic and symptomatic terminology of all body systems, as well as systemic and surgical terminology.

Meeting Facilitation 10116100

Examines characteristics of effective meetings and meeting preparation management by exploring planning fundamentals, comparing technology and distance meeting considerations, and evaluating best practices. In addition to designing a mock meeting and modeling appropriate meeting facilitation strategies, learners will have the opportunity to add LinkedIn Learning certificates to their portfolio.

Meeting, Travel & Event Planning 10106107

Introduces skills to effectively plan and manage meetings, event pre-planning activities, facilitate meetings and events, produce minutes of meetings, coordinate equipment and facility setup, complete travel arrangements and conduct follow-up activities.

Mentored Business Experience 10101106

Provides the learner with pre-professional and practical business experiences through mentorship and networking. Incorporates the learner with activities that include, but not limited to; accepting responsibility, decision making, community awareness, personalized learning experiences, and developing a professional network. Additional skills such as recognizing international business practices, engaging in collaborative cross functional work, attaining job search skills, determining the importance of success skills, and professional growth will be developed.

Microbiology 10806197

Investigates historical perspectives of microbiology, microscopy, characteristics of procaryotic and eucaryotic microorganisms, control of microbial growth, microbial genetics, and classification of microorganisms, principles of disease, epidemiology, immunology and pathogenic microbiology. Keywords: Micro, Microbio

Microeconomics 10809143

Examines the behavior of individual decision makers, primarily consumers and firms. Topics include choices of how much to consume and to produce, the functioning of perfectly and imperfectly competitive markets, the conditions under which markets may fail, and arguments for and against government intervention. The student applies the fundamental tools of economics to real world problems.

Microsoft Outlook 10106118

Introduces the learner to managing and creating professional business email communication, contacts/groups, appointments, and meeting scheduling within Microsoft Outlook. Learners will further examine and manage the Microsoft Outlook environment for productivity.

Microsoft Word Applications 10106142

Develop intermediate and advanced Microsoft Word features with an emphasis in business writing and formatting techniques based on a business standard style guide. Design, create and modify a variety of business documents.

Mill Tooling & Grinding 10465192

Mine Safety 47449412

This course is provided by MSHA approved instructors and covers 8 complete hours of Mine Health and Safety topics including first aid, current MSHA changes, miners' rights and other relevant topics. Attendees will come from the mining industry, suppliers, vendors and contractors to the mining industry, logistics companies that do truck driving at mine sites, gravel pits, quarries, and companies that do excavation at mine sites for aggregate.

Mobile Marketing 10104203

Explore the pros and cons of the iPhone, Android, iPad, Kindle, Nook and other mobile devices, platforms and apps and learn the best practices for marketing each to consumers. The learner will review mobile analytics and market considerations for developing an app. The course presents strategies to effectively integrate mobile advertising, promotional strategies for driving traffic and sales based on business goals. The learner will understand how marketing an app and creating an ad fits into a mobile marketing campaign and ways to analyze results for optimal ROI.

Mobile Programming A 10152591

Introduces the development and deployment of cross platform applications using the .NET MAUI framework. Learners will create applications deployable to multiple platforms using a shared code-base. Additional topics will include hybrid web apps and conversion of existing WPF apps.

Mobile Programming B 10152592

Introduces the development and deployment of native mobile applications. Learners will continue creating applications using the .NET MAUI platform with shared backend C# .NET code, and will deploy them to mobile devices. Additional topics include interacting with mobile device hardware, reading and writing data to local storage, and using web services.

Mobile Programming C 10152593

Continues the development and deployment of native mobile applications. Learners will use the .NET MAUI platform with shared backend C# .NET code, and will deploy them to mobile devices. Additional topics include iOS deployment, platform specific features, styling, and animations.

Modeling And Machine Learning 10156106

Introduces learners to machine learning using Python. Learners process data and construct visualizations. Learners write Python code to classify data. Learners use various Python libraries to perform both supervised and unsupervised learning. Learners use Python to perform natural language processing, build neural networks, and understand deep learning.

Modern Office Technologies 10106100

Introduces the learner to modern office technology with hands-on experience using a variety of existing and emerging technologies. Learners troubleshoot minor problems and conduct preventive maintenance common to office equipment and research new office technology. Prerequisites include a working knowledge of computers and the current Windows operating system.

Monitoring And Logging 10151109

Examines the monitoring and logging concepts for the security of IT systems and networks. Learners examine security log management challenges, components, guidelines, and operations. Learners examine security audit policy and critical log review concepts.

Native American History 10803114

Introductory course focusing on Native American history from the pre-Columbian era to the present. Topics include origins, cultures and spirituality, economics, interactions with Euro-Americans and the US government (including removal and assimilation), alliances and rivalries, military strategies, native leadership, and tribal sovereignty. Explores the connections between native history and current affairs, with emphasis on native voices.

NREMT AEMT Refresher 47531502

Provides the State of Wisconsin Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) the continuing education required for renewing the provider's license at Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and renewing the National Registry certification. This program follows the AEMT National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) curriculum. The NCCP is provided by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

NREMT EMR Refresher (16hr) 47531513

Upon successful completion of the EMR (Emergency Medical Responder) Refresher course, the learner will be eligible to renew their WI State License and renew their National Registry Certification.