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Continuing Education

AI-Driven Efficiency for Manufacturing Office Staff 47664122

  • 0.10 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $109.00
  • This course empowers office staff in manufacturing how to use AI tools to improve efficiency in tasks like reporting, scheduling, and documentation. Participants will explore how AI can streamline HR, finance, and supply chain data management, while also improving key documents such as SOPs and compliance materials. Through hands-on exercises provide practical experience in applying AI to everyday administrative challenges in a manufacturing environment.    

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #PD001 Spring
    Open
    05/22/2025
    05/22/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    May 22
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $109.00
    Continuing Education

    AI for Manufacturing Workforce Efficiency 47664121

  • 0.10 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $109.00
  • This hands-on course equips manufacturing employees like technicians and supervisors with skills to leverage AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini, to enhance efficiency in manufacturing environments. Learners will explore methods for using AI to interpret fault codes, troubleshoot production issues, and improve access to key information on the factory floor. Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, participants will gain experience applying AI to common manufacturing challenges, ultimately reducing downtime and increasing operational effectiveness.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #PD001 Spring
    Open
    05/22/2025
    05/22/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    May 22
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $109.00
    Continuing Education

    AI Open Lab 47664123

  • 0.10 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $109.00
  • This hands-on, discussion-based session allows participants to explore ChatGPT and generative AI tools, focusing on effective prompting strategies and troubleshooting AI responses. Through live interactions and group discussions, attendees will learn to handle unexpected AI behavior and refine their skills in a collaborative, real-time environment.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #PD001 Summer
    Open
    06/19/2025
    06/19/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jun 19
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $109.00
    Continuing Education

    Boosting Workplace Productivity with AI 47664120

  • 0.10 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $109.00
  • This course provides hands-on experience with AI tools to enhance workplace tasks like writing, content summarization, and brainstorming. Participants will learn effective prompting strategies and techniques for refining AI-generated content. Through real-world exercises, learners will develop practical AI skills to improve efficiency and productivity in any professional environments.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #PD001 Spring
    Open
    06/19/2025
    06/19/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jun 19
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $109.00
    Post Secondary

    Ethernet IP 10664100

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Explore the design and troubleshooting of Ethernet/IP networks. Topics introduce students to integrating Ethernet networking communications, architectures, protocols, and security. Students will learn through hands-on lab activities covering setting up communication systems, networking configurations, and troubleshooting techniques.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    09/17/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Sep 17
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Aug 25 – Sep 17
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Matt Jacobson
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    Post Secondary

    Industrial Applications 10664103

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Explores two main topic areas: PLC and HMI machine applications. The learner will demonstrate the ability to learn to program a PLC they have not worked with before as well as an HMI they have not worked with before. The learner will integrate the study of curriculum, technical manuals, help files and previous knowledge to demonstrate their ability to learn new technology. Learner will develop several PLC applications and several HMI applications integrated with the PLC.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #80 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Open Labs Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
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    #90 Fall
    Open
    10/20/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Open Labs Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 20 – Dec 17
    -
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
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    Post Secondary

    Industry 4.0 Fundamentals 10664112

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Introduces the concepts of Industry 4.0 and the key aspects that workers will need to be prepared for in the intelligent factory setting. Robotic automation, smart manufacturing, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts will be explored.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
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    #80 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2025 –
    09/18/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Sep 18
    Thursday, Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
    Benjamin Knospe
    Aug 26 – Sep 18
    Thursday, Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    I112 - Classroom - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
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    #90 Fall
    Open
    10/20/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 20 – Dec 17
    -
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
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    Post Secondary

    Capstone CELL Integration 10664107

  • 4.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Focuses on integration of a complete automated manufacturing cell. Typical components include programmable controllers, robot, sensors, drives, conveyors, pneumatics, hard automation, control wiring and vision systems. Students plan, wire, program, troubleshoot and develop an automated manufacturing process based on the “product” chosen by the group. All required programming and documentation for the entire automation system is required

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2025 –
    12/16/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 09:50 AM
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 12:20 PM
    I105 - Smart Project Factory Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Thursday
    08:00 AM - 08:50 AM
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 12:20 PM
    I105 - Smart Project Factory Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
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    Post Secondary

    Advanced Drive Applications 10664108

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Program drive parameters for a drive application. This course will teach students how to create a custom parameter group based upon drive applications. Throughout this course, the instructor will cover a range of topics from establishing communications with a PowerFlex 525 drive via a USB connection and Ethernet/IP network to test parameters of a PowerFlex 525 drive and control a drive in STUDIO 5000.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2025 –
    09/18/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Sep 18
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Aug 26 – Sep 18
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
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    Post Secondary

    Remote Io For PLC Applications 10664109

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Learn what remote IO is and how to implement a POINT I/O system. The course will cover determining the quantity and type of I/O needed to test your system. This course will also show students how to calculate power requirements and decide whether an expansion power supply will be needed. Students will also add and configure an Ethernet adapter and I/O modules in a Studio 5000 Logix Designer project.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/22/2025 –
    10/15/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 22 – Oct 15
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Sep 22 – Oct 15
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
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    Post Secondary

    Industrial Internet Of Things 10664113

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Focuses on the interconnected systems utilized in industrial applications that can proactively communicate improvements in productivity and efficiency. Focus on configuring and Implementing smart sensors, gather configured data from PLC controllers to provide the ability for data collections will be studied. Other topics will include, identifying the correct hardware, installation and wiring, sensor configuration and control.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/23/2025 –
    10/16/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 23 – Oct 16
    Thursday, Tuesday
    08:30 AM - 11:20 AM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Sep 23 – Oct 16
    Thursday, Tuesday
    08:30 AM - 11:20 AM
    H146B - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
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    Post Secondary

    Introduction To Safety PLC Programming 10664110

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Introduces the concept of setting up and programming various safety devices including GuardMaster Smart sensors, Programmable safety relays and safety PLC’s, The course will focus on how to setup, program and integrate safety components into your automation project.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/23/2025 –
    10/16/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 23 – Oct 16
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Sep 23 – Oct 16
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
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    Continuing Education

    Leveraging Generative AI in Education: Strategies for K-12 Teaching Success 47664111

  • 0.10 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $89.00
  • This seminar for K-12 educators covers the integration of Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Co-Pilot, and Google Gemini into teaching practices. Participants will engage in hands-on activities to create lesson plans, rubrics, and assignments using AI. The session includes demonstrations of AI applications in classrooms and discussions on ethical AI use. The goal is to enhance teaching efficiency and student learning through AI technologies.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #PD001 Fall
    Open
    09/26/2025
    09/26/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 26
    Friday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building
    WTPD Contracts
    $89.00
    Continuing Education

    Leverage Perplexity Like a Pro 47664124

  • 0.10 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $109.00
  • Unlock the power of Perplexity AI, a real-time, citation-driven search tool that enhances research, fact-checking, and professional decision-making. Unlike ChatGPT, Perplexity retrieves up-to-date information with sources. This course teaches learners how to optimize AI-assisted research, validate insights, and apply Perplexity for data analysis, content creation, and business strategy.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #PD002 Fall
    Open
    10/16/2025
    10/16/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 16
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $109.00
    Post Secondary

    Human Machine Interfacing 10664102

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Explores the fundamentals of Human Machine Interface (HMI) software and hardware. Students will learn about configuring communication with programmable controllers and project settings. Students will create and edit displays, browse tags and/or global objects and connections. Additional topics include trending, data logging, alarms, and animations.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/20/2025 –
    11/12/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 20 – Nov 12
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Oct 20 – Nov 12
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
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    Post Secondary

    Scada Systems 1 10664106

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Organize and develop FactoryTalk View Site Edition (SE) applications. This course provides opportunities for learners to organize and develop FactoryTalk View SE applications. During class, learners will have the opportunity to practice the skills used to create/build graphic displays. Learners will learn how to configure alarms and security, trend data, and test their application using FactoryTalk View SE Client. Learners will also work with RSLinx Enterprise communications software

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/21/2025 –
    11/13/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 21 – Nov 13
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Oct 21 – Nov 13
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
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    Post Secondary

    Needs Analysis 10664104

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Introduces the concept of looking at a current outdated automation process or future automation process and understanding how to correctly specify the hardware components that will be used to update the machine or process with today’s automation technology. The concept of creating and writing a project proposal will also be covered.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/17/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 17 – Dec 17
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Nov 17 – Dec 17
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
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    Post Secondary

    Collaborative Robots And Vision 10664115

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Focuses on the concept of programming and using vision guided robotic systems. Both remote hard mounted vision systems and robot mounted vision systems will be introduced. Learners will learn how to create vision programs and configure the robot to work with the camera system to allow storage and bin picking applications. Both 2D and 3D camera systems will be introduced.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/17/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 17 – Dec 17
    Monday, Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 10:50 AM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Nov 17 – Dec 17
    Monday, Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 10:50 AM
    I112 - Classroom - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
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    Post Secondary

    Designing A Solution In A Smart Factory 10664114

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Provides the learner the skills necessary to engineer and design a product manufacturing solution using SMART manufacturing equipment, concepts & simulation.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/18/2025 –
    12/16/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 18 – Dec 16
    Thursday, Tuesday
    08:30 AM - 11:20 AM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Nov 18 – Dec 16
    Thursday, Tuesday
    08:30 AM - 11:20 AM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
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    Post Secondary

    Scada Systems 2 10664111

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • Continuation of SCADA Systems 1, learners will organize and develop FactoryTalk View Site Edition (SE) network/server-based application. Learners will have the opportunity to practice the skills needed to create/build detailed graphic displays, trend charts and data logs. Learners will learn how to configure alarms and set up system security, build data logs, and test their application using FactoryTalk View SE Network Distributed Application.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/18/2025 –
    12/16/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 18 – Dec 16
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Nov 18 – Dec 16
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
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