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Fundamentals Of Central Service 10512150

3.00 credits

Surgical Technician

Introduces the learner to the knowledge and skills required of an entry level central service technician. Cleaning, decontamination, packaging, sterilization of instrumentation and equipment, as well as methods of process monitoring will be emphasized. Learners will also review medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and microbiology as it applies to Central Service. This course includes both lecture and lab experiences.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 15 Wednesday 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM 3021 - Sterilization Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Van Vonderen Aug 25 – Oct 15 Wednesday 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM 3049 - Open Surgical Suite - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Van Vonderen Aug 25 – Oct 15 Wednesday 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM 3045 - Mock Surgical Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Van Vonderen	View Rates

Programming Concepts A 10152501

1.00 credits

IT - Programmer/analyst

Introduces programming concepts and terminology using an object-oriented approach, with a focus on iterative development and testing. This course uses C# .NET, the Unified Modeling Language (UML) and other tools to present concepts from a variety of perspectives. Learners will create UML diagrams and write/debug C# .NET applications that incorporate classes, fields, methods and variables. Additional topics include: utilization of an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), value and reference types, object instantiation/lifetime/scope and mathematical/conditional/logical expressions.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/01/2025	08/30/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 1 Wednesday 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM A108 - Computer Lab - A Building Dominic Gruetzmacher	View Rates
#03AYW Fall	Open	10/06/2025 – 11/05/2025	08/30/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 6 – Nov 5 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM A108 - Computer Lab - A Building Dominic Gruetzmacher	View Rates

User Experience Design A 10152524

1.00 credits

IT - Programmer/analyst

Examines the fundamental principles and concepts of user experience research. Learners will apply user experience standards in the research phase of the User Experience Design process to provide a quality user experience. Topics include: psychological and interaction principles, user research, and requirements analysis.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/01/2025	08/30/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 1 Tuesday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM A122 - IT Lab - A Building Clay Hess	View Rates

IT Development and Design Fundamentals 10152500

1.00 credits

IT - Programmer/analyst

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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02AYW Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/01/2025	08/30/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 1 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM A108 - Computer Lab - A Building Dominic Gruetzmacher	View Rates

Intro To Surgical Technology 10512125

4.00 credits

Surgical Technician

Provides the foundational knowledge of the occupational environment. Principles of sterilization and disinfection are learned. Surgical instruments are introduced. Preoperative patient care concepts are simulated. Lab practice is included.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 3049 - Open Surgical Suite - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann Aug 26 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM 3045 - Mock Surgical Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann	View Rates

Surgical Tech Fundamentals 1 10512126

4.00 credits

Surgical Technician

Focuses on preparing the patient and operating room for surgery. Principles of sterile technique are emphasized as the student moves into the scrub role. Lab practice is included.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM 3045 - Mock Surgical Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann Aug 26 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM 3049 - Open Surgical Suite - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann	View Rates

Surgical Interventions 1 10512131

4.00 credits

Surgical Technician

Provides the foundational knowledge of surgical core and specialty procedures. Examines the pathophysiology, diagnostic interventions, health sciences, and surgical techniques for a variety of procedures.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/29/2025 – 12/12/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 29 – Dec 12 Friday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM 3045 - Mock Surgical Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann Aug 29 – Dec 12 Friday 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM 3049 - Open Surgical Suite - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann	View Rates

Programming Concepts B 10152502

1.00 credits

IT - Programmer/analyst

Reinforces programming concepts and standards, building on the object-oriented approach introduced in 10-152-501 Programming Concepts A, with a focus on iterative development and testing. This course uses C# .NET, the Unified Modeling Language (UML) and other tools to present concepts from a variety of perspectives. Learners will create UML diagrams and write/debug C# .NET applications, applying the object-oriented basics of abstraction and encapsulation. Additional topics include: utilization of a debugger, object multiplicity and constructors.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Fall	Open	10/06/2025 – 11/05/2025	08/30/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 6 – Nov 5 Wednesday 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM A108 - Computer Lab - A Building Dominic Gruetzmacher	View Rates
#03AYW Fall	Open	11/10/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 10 – Dec 17 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM A108 - Computer Lab - A Building Dominic Gruetzmacher	View Rates

User Experience Design B 10152525

1.00 credits

IT - Programmer/analyst

Examines the fundamental principles and concepts of the design and prototyping phase of the User Experience Design process. Learners will apply user experience standards in the design of web and software interfaces to provide a quality user experience. Topics include: psychological and interaction principles, requirements analysis, style guides, usability testing, and visual design principles.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Fall	Open	10/06/2025 – 11/05/2025	08/30/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 6 – Nov 5 Tuesday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM A122 - IT Lab - A Building Clay Hess	View Rates

Programming Concepts C 10152503

1.00 credits

IT - Programmer/analyst

Emphasizes programming concepts and standards, building on the object-oriented approach of 10-152-502 Programming Concepts B, with a focus on iterative development and testing. This course uses C# .NET, the Unified Modeling Language (UML) and other tools to present concepts from a variety of perspectives. Learners will create UML diagrams and write/debug C# .NET applications, applying the object-oriented basics of abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Fall	Open	11/10/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 10 – Dec 17 Wednesday 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM A108 - Computer Lab - A Building Dominic Gruetzmacher	View Rates

User Experience Design C 10152526

1.00 credits

IT - Programmer/analyst

Applies the principles and concepts of the design and prototype and testing phase of the User Experience Design process. Learners will apply user experience standards in the development of an interactive prototype to provide a quality user experience. Topics include: psychological and interaction principles, designing for different devices, usability and user experience testing, and interactive design principles.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Fall	Open	11/10/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 10 – Dec 17 Tuesday 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM A122 - IT Lab - A Building Clay Hess	View Rates