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Post Secondary

Advanced Editing Techniques 10206156

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $536.10
  • Expands non-linear editing concepts and techniques to an advanced level through hands-on project work using professional post-production software. Learners edit documentary, narrative, and music video footage, utilizing effects, filters, and titling tools to create fully polished video projects ready for web publishing and professional presentation.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/27/2026 –
    12/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 27 – Dec 10
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    Aug 27 – Dec 10
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Creative Process 10206161

  • 1.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $180.70
  • Develops a creative process by imagining, sharing, revising, and reflecting on their dream project. Throughout this process, they consider technology, technique, and taste, the breadth of their knowledge, and how it impacts their visual style. Later, they apply this creative process to explore how personal and assignment-based projects could move beyond the formulaic approach using their creativity and available resources.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 14
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    Oct 19 – Dec 14
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $180.70
    Post Secondary

    Developmental Psychology 10809188

  • 3.00 credits
  • Social Science
  • $530.10
  • Developmental Psychology is the study of human development throughout the lifespan. This course explores developmental theory and research with an emphasis on the interactive nature of the biological, cognitive and psychosocial changes that affect the individual from conception to death. Application activities and critical thinking skills will enable students to gain an increased knowledge and understanding of themselves and others.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A208 - Classroom - A Building
    Kelly Crockett
    $530.10
    #02 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A213 - Classroom - A Building
    Kelly Crockett
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Documentary Production 10206155

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $536.10
  • Examines video and audio equipment and post-production techniques essential to creating video projects outside the studio environment. Learners operate professional cameras and audio equipment to complete several short documentary projects. Focuses on interview and lighting techniques, recording production audio, capturing b-roll, location scouting, shooting on location, improvisation, and editing practices that connect visuals and sound to authentic storytelling.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Aug 25 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Aug 25 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 02:20 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Aug 25 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 02:20 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Film & Video: Language And Technique 10206152

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $530.10
  • Introduces learners to the audio-visual vocabulary, tools and technology utilized in motion picture production, post-production and animation through a mix of lecture, video screenings and discussion. Learners will be exposed to a variety of videos, films, genres and technical innovations. This course provides a basic understanding of critical theories and communication principles necessary for anyone pursuing a career in film/video/animation production.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 04:05 PM
    H106 - Theater Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    $530.10
    Continuing Education

    Intro to Motion Graphics 47206104

  • 0.30 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $199.00
  • Learn how to use Adobe After Effects to create basic animation with text and shapes. We'll begin by covering the After Effects interface, creating a composition and various shapes. You'll then learn how to work with keyframes and properties to animate objects and export them to share. You'll have a chance to experiment and animate to music.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #PD001 Summer
    Open
    07/20/2026 –
    07/24/2026
    07/20/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jul 20 – Jul 23
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    H107 - Production Studio/Lab - H Building
    Jul 24
    Friday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    H107 - Production Studio/Lab - H Building
    $199.00
    Post Secondary

    Intro to Psychology 10809198

  • 3.00 credits
  • Social Science
  • $530.10
  • This science of psychology course is a survey of multiple aspects of behavior and mental processes. It provides an overview of topics such as research methods, theoretical perspectives, learning, cognition, memory, motivation, emotions, personality, abnormal psychology, physiological factors, social influences, and development.

    6 Course Sections
    6 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A229 - Classroom - A Building
    James Hoelter
    $530.10
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    Monday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A211 - Classroom - A Building
    $530.10
    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A227 - Classroom - A Building
    Kelly Crockett
    $530.10
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/27/2026 –
    12/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 27 – Dec 10
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A211 - Classroom - A Building
    James Hoelter
    $530.10
    #05 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A211 - Classroom - A Building
    Kelly Crockett
    $530.10
    #06 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A223 - Classroom - A Building
    James Hoelter
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Intro to Sociology 10809196

  • 3.00 credits
  • Social Science
  • $530.10
  • Introduces students to the fundamental sociological concepts, including sociological perspectives, research methods, the significance of culture in society, and the socialization process. Other topics include deviance, the impact of groups on behavior, societal inequities, global changes, the role of social institutions, and social stratification

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A213 - Classroom - A Building
    Kimberly Waltz
    $530.10
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A211 - Classroom - A Building
    Kimberly Waltz
    $530.10
    #03 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A211 - Classroom - A Building
    Sarah Watson
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Introduction to Diversity Studies 10809172

  • 3.00 credits
  • Social Science
  • $530.10
  • This course introduces the study of diversity from a local to a global perspective using a holistic, interdisciplinary approach that encourages exploration and prepares students to work in a diverse environment. The course introduces basic diversity concepts, examines the impact of bias and power differentials among groups, explores the use of culturally responsive communication strategies, and compares forces that shape diversity in an international context.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A213 - Classroom - A Building
    Kimberly Waltz
    $530.10
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A227 - Classroom - A Building
    Kimberly Waltz
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Introduction to Ethics: Theory and App 10809166

  • 3.00 credits
  • Social Science
  • $530.10
  • This course provides a basic understanding of the theoretical foundations of ethical thought. Diverse ethical perspectives will be used to analyze and compare relevant issues. Students will critically evaluate individual, social and/or professional standards of behavior and apply a systematic decision-making process to these situations.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/27/2026 –
    12/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 27 – Dec 10
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A213 - Classroom - A Building
    Heidi Chitwood
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Microeconomics 10809143

  • 3.00 credits
  • Social Science
  • $530.10
  • 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.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    Thursday
    10:00 AM - 12:50 PM
    A227 - Classroom - A Building
    Sarah Watson
    $530.10
    Continuing Education

    Short Narrative Production 47206101

  • 0.30 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $199.00
  • Learn how to write a screenplay and translate it into a short fictional video. Activities include generating ideas for a short fictional film, creating a shot list, directing actors, shooting a scene, and editing a 1-2 minute video using Adobe Premiere Pro software. Participants will work in teams with the class members as their cast and crew.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #PD001 Summer
    Open
    07/27/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    07/27/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jul 27 – Jul 30
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    H107 - Production Studio/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Jul 31
    Friday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    $199.00
    Post Secondary

    Technical Process 10206261

  • 1.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $180.70
  • Explores essential technical tools, techniques, and workflows used in professional video production. Learners operate cameras, audio recorders, and microphones, and apply post-production software to build technical proficiency that supports creative storytelling. Emphasizes proper setup, operation, and maintenance of production equipment; capturing quality video and sound; and integrating footage, sound, and graphics through basic editing and post-production practices.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/12/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 12
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 04:35 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    Aug 24 – Oct 12
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 04:35 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $180.70
    Post Secondary

    Think Critically & Creatively 10809103

  • 3.00 credits
  • Social Science
  • $530.10
  • Provides instruction about critical and creative thinking that is in high demand in all occupations. Models, theories, and processes provide the foundation for learning logical thinking strategies. Students will apply a systematic approach to problem solving by analyzing the problem, assessing possible solutions, and making effective decisions. In addition, students will generate ideas and analyze complex issues. This course assists students with developing a critical thinking mindset which is essential at every level of personal and professional life.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A213 - Classroom - A Building
    Sarah Watson
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    VFX, Compositing & Color 10206164

  • 2.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $357.40
  • Explores professional visual effects software for the effective completion of professional post-production design applications. Learners will explore compositing tools, video effects, motion tracking, filters, 3D lighting and camera effects, and color grading techniques in the creation of enhanced visuals.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/28/2026 –
    12/11/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 28 – Dec 11
    Friday
    09:00 AM - 12:20 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $357.40
    Post Secondary

    Video Foundation Intensive 10206162

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $536.10
  • Introduces the process and workflow of video production from concept to completion by translating story ideas into compelling cinematic language through storyboarding, shot-list, cinematography, and post-production. Learners explore the five elements of film language for visual storytelling while learning the fundamentals of camera operation, audio capture and video editing.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    03:00 PM - 04:20 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Aug 25 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Video Pre-Production 10206150

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $530.10
  • Develops the pre-production components for video or animation assignments. Learners develop the blueprints for effective and manageable video and animation projects by developing concepts, creating loglines, examining principles of storytelling, outlining, script formatting, preparing for documentary production, examining linear vs. non-linear structures, creating a production plan and budget, scheduling and storyboarding.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    09:00 AM - 12:05 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Video Production: Studio 10206154

  • 4.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $714.80
  • Introduces professional lighting equipment, lighting techniques and cinema camera operation for use on studio projects. Learners will manipulate light to create a variety of effects in a diverse set of scenarios and utilize different types of cinema camera equipment, support tools and techniques for use in studio projects. Learners will examine advanced equipment, vocabulary and techniques unique to the studio environment including the use of green screen, creation of camera movement and working in a variety of crew positions to support a production.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Friday
    01:00 PM - 04:20 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Friday
    01:00 PM - 04:20 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $714.80

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