Adhesives & Finishing 10465193

Agricultural Computer Applications 10091175

Provides learners with hands-on use and application of dairy management software used in industry. Specific topic areas covered on the use of dairy management software application are: animals, tools, design, data entry, reports, inventory and veterinary herd check.

Agriculture Commodities & Marketing 10091185

Introduces the commodity futures markets, with information on contract specifications, exchanges, basic trading information and fundamental and technical market information. Furthermore, time will be spent on the basic phases of grain marketing from the farm to the elevator, including fundamental market information, elevator storage policies, shrinkage, blending, moisture discounts, price spreads, opportunity cost and developing an enterprise marketing plan.

Agriculture Insurance 10091113

Examines the history of agriculture insurance and the process of crop adjusting and estimating yield loss in agronomic crops. Learners will define key insurance terminology and explain how the crop insurance process works for farmers and insurance providers. This course examines current agriculture insurance policies and programs, legal land descriptions are covered, and insurance documentation is reviewed.

Agriculture Sales & Promotion 10091180

Introduces professional characteristics and qualities expected of an agriculture sales professional. Learners will develop a complete marketing plan including a market analysis. Further, learners will develop a sales proposal and create news articles, advertisements and merchandizing displays.

Agronomy Data Technology 10093112

Exposes students to various technologies used throughout agriculture. Areas of technology include precision farming, agriculture software packages, modern agriculture renewable energy technologies and equipment. Based on new technologies and equipment available for use, the technology area focused on may change slightly from year-to-year. Learners will interpret maps, generate operational plans and perform financial analyses based on agronomy data.

Animal Management 10091200

Evaluate common domestic species. Learners will also examine the Animal Welfare act regarding the care and housing of animals.

Animal Nursing 10091193

Establish the basics of animal nursing including patient history, restraint for medical procedures, and preventative medicine on both large and small animal patients. Topics covered Include venipuncture, wound management, client education, diagnostic imaging, and small animal nutrition. This course is only offered in spring and summer semesters.

Automated Dairy Technologies 10091164

Examines Automated Dairy technologies available for use on modern dairy farms.  Learners investigate both  Automated milking and feeding facilities. Students complete 12 hours of preventative maintenance hands on training at the NTC Agricultural Center of Excellence.

Babysitting Certification 47531506

This American Red Cross Babysitting Certification course will prepare youth to be safe, effective, and responsible babysitters. The training is designed to provide universal skills in areas that every babysitter should know, including basic care for infants and children, basic First Aid, child behavior and appropriate activities, emergency protocols, and more.

Basics Of Gas Appliances 31413110

Investigates installation and maintenance of gas appliances. Covers reading wiring diagrams, component functions and operation, different ignition types, equipment testing, troubleshooting, proper venting codes, and industry safe practices.  Covers leak detection for both gas and carbon monoxide, and make safe procedures. 

BLS (Basic Life Support) CPR 47531437

This American Heart Association approved course covers adult and pediatric CPR and FBAO, two-rescuer CPR, barrier devices and AED. The course focuses on the needs of the professional caregiver. Successful completion includes American Heart Association certification that is valid for two years. Textbook required, can be purchased at NTC's Campus Store.

BLS (Basic Life Support) CPR Refresher 47531438

This American Heart Association approved course is a refresher for those already meeting requirements for CPR as a Healthcare Provider. Successful completion includes American Heart Association certification that is valid for two years. Textbook required, can be purchased at NTC's Campus Store.

Bovine Reproduction 1 10091127

Expands learner’s ability to manage a dairy herd with concentration on breed identification, reproduction, genetics including linear appraisal and selection indexes, calving management and record keeping systems.

Bovine Reproduction 2 10091128

Apply artificial insemination concepts through hands-on application.

CNC Router 2 10465189

Coaching 47196533

Being a great coach and mentor leads to more productive and happy employees. Matching your leadership style to meet the needs of the employee and the situation will lead to successful results. This course will teach you how to coach your team to a high level of performance..1

Commercial Vegetable Cropping Systems 10093115

Introduces learners to the commercial vegetable production industry in Wisconsin. Fresh and processing vegetable crops such as: potatoes, sweet corn, snap beans, peas, carrots, onions, cabbage, cranberries, and ginseng will be covered in this course. Learners will explore cultivar selection, equipment, cultural practices, and irrigation and fertilizer methods used to produce specialty crops.

Companion Animal & Equine Diseases 10091126

Focus on disease etiology, symptoms, transmission, diagnosis, prevention, and control as it relates to companion animal and equine diseases.

Container Gardening 31001101

Choosing the right plants, selecting the containers and tools, and caring for the plants throughout the growing season is covered. Small space container gardens can provide a bounty of food in a very small space.

Diesel Drive Train 1 10412108

Focuses on the various components that comprise the heavy duty drive train of heavy duty trucks and tractors. Learners will service and adjust heavy duty clutches. Learners will also review overhaul procedures on axles and differentials, as well as service procedures for driveshaft components.

Diesel Drive Train 2 10412109

Instructs learners on the fundamentals of heavy duty transmissions. Learners will overhaul manual and automatic shifting transmissions, troubleshoot and repair fully automatic and automatic shifting manual transmissions and read wiring and air schematics.

Diesel Electrical Systems 3 10412128

Emphasizes schematic interpretation with applications towards diagnosis and repair. In depth lighting, gauge, battery, starting and charging systems and their diagnostic strategies will be examined. Through a lab setting, learners will implement meter usage and electrical testing.

Diesel Engines 1 10412121

Explores diesel engine theory and operation. Also provides the learner with a diesel engine component overview.

Diesel Engines 2 10412129

Expands on engine component function and understanding through cylinder head disassembly and evaluation. Engine clean care, proper tune-up procedures and application of service tools is also emphasized.

Digital Manufacturing & Design 10465194

Distribution Construction Standards 31413105

Analyzes distribution construction standards for overhead, underground, primary, secondary, clearances, code requirements, map/diagram reading and safe work practices.

EFDA Clinical 10508124

Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary students apply skills developed in Preventative Procedures, Restorative Procedures and Prosthodontic Procedures in a clinical setting with patients under the direct supervision of a dentist.

Electrical Fabrication 10660118

Develops the principles of electrical fabrication. Emphasis will be given to the practical application of interpreting engineering drawings, wiring machine components and troubleshooting electrical panels.

Electromechanical Troubleshooting 10620173

Introduces troubleshooting methods that apply to basic motor control circuits, PLC applications, VFD applications & mechanical system applications. Troubleshooting methods are practiced using hands-on lab activities. Preventive & predictive maintenance techniques are also explored.

Equine Medicine For Veterinary Technicians 10091219

Perform physical exams and evaluation of the general health of equine patients. Learners will learn diagnostic sampling techniques, parenteral and enteral medication administration, venipuncture, wound management techniques, and common restraint techniques for medical procedures. Other topics of study include nutrition, radiology, toxicities and disease management.

Farm Business Management 10091190

Explores basic entrepreneurial concepts, identifying resources that may assist the agriculture business and family in meeting their goals. Applies theory in the development of a business plan: managing risk, budgeting, financial resource acquisition and business structure. Learners explore various techniques and alternatives used in operating an agriculture business.

Finish Mill 10465191

Fluid Power Systems 1: Fundamentals 10612120

Introduces Fluid power systems used in industry. The advantages and disadvantages of fluid power compared to other power transmission systems are examined. The potential dangers are explored and the safety procedures related to fluid power are reviewed and implemented. The application of principles of fluid power transmission and the formulas used in fluid power system analysis and design are experienced in the lab. The fundamental principles, components, symbols and applications of hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power applications are introduced. Basic power and control circuits are developed using computer aided design and simulation software and then connected and tested in the lab.

Fluid Power Systems 2: Fundamentals Of Pneumatics 10612121

Introduces Pneumatic fluid power systems. The characteristics and dangers of using air as a fluid power force are explored. Pneumatic system components are studied including: compressors, linear actuators, rotary actuators and pneumatic tubing. Hands-on activities using various pneumatic components are assembled in the lab.

Gas Metal Arc Welding 1: Short Circuit Transfer (Horizontal) 10442183

Develops skill in gas metal arc welding. Learners use short circuit transfer to make fillet and groove welds in the flat and horizontal positions on steel. Weld quality is assessed per AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code.

Gas Metal Arc Welding 2: Short Circuit Transfer (Vertical And Overhead) 10442184

Develops skill in gas metal arc welding. Learners use short circuit transfer to make fillet and groove welds in the vertical and overhead positions on steel. Weld quality is assessed per AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code.

Gas Metal Arc Welding 3: Spray Transfer 10442185

Develops skill in gas metal arc welding. Learners use spray transfer to make fillet and groove welds in the flat and horizontal positions on steel. Weld quality is assessed per AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code.

Gas Metal Arc Welding 4: Pulsed Spray Transfer 10442186

Develops skill in gas metal arc welding. Learners use pulsed spray transfer to make fillet and groove welds in the horizontal and vertical positions on steel. Weld quality is assessed per AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code.

Gas Metal Arc Welding 5: Stainless Steel And Aluminum 10442204

Develops skill in gas metal arc welding. Learners use pulsed spray transfer to make fillet and groove welds in the horizontal and vertical positions on stainless steel and aluminum.

Gas Metal Arc Welding 6: Sheet Metal 10442205

Develops skill in gas metal arc welding. Learners use short circuit transfer and pulsed spray transfer to make fillet and groove welds in the horizontal and vertical positions on sheet metal.

Gas Utility Field Training 4 31469106

Covers customer installation, odor investigations, house piping codes and installation methods, commercial meter operation, pipe cutting and threading, steel main tapping and stopping, cathodic protection and testing, corrosion control, and contrasts between steel and plastic gas systems.

Greenhouse Production 31001115

Builds on the content in  Greenhouse Operation and Design by providing the learners additional hands-on experience managing a greenhouse structure on a year-round basis. Greenhouse coverings, environmental controls, and monitoring equipment will be covered throughout this course. Learners will actively participate in the operation of a greenhouse and hoop house as they determine methods of monitoring temperature, ventilation, and plant growth.

Group Dynamics 42818415

Group Dynamics is an alcohol/drug education course for those persons convicted of operation while intoxicated (OWI) and who are identified as irresponsible users of alcohol and/or drugs by an assessment agency. The main goal of this course is to develop an individualized plan to modify or eliminate inappropriate behaviors and attitudes related to drinking and driving. This course is open only to those who have had a court-ordered assessment from an approved assessment agency.

Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED 47531475

Heartsaver 1st Aid, CPR/AED training which includes adult, child and infant. Successful completion includes American Heart Association certification that is valid for two years. Textbook required, can be purchased at NTC's Campus Store.

Heifer Care Management Lab 10091115

Perform animal health practices and activities as it relates to heifers. This hands-on lab provides learners with firsthand exposure to the duties, responsibilities and management opportunities that are present on a dairy operation. Each lab will build upon the skills from the previous lab. In this second lab, the focus will be on heifer care; six months through calving age. Students will have the opportunity to explore and analyze best management practices in heifer feeds, nutrition, vaccinations, veterinary needs and housing options.

Holiday Cookie Cook Off 60316106

This course is a hands on cookie decorating class. Learners will ice, decorate, and enjoy holiday cookies. This course will provide 16 holiday cookies for the learner to decorate, take home and enjoy! Instructor will provide fun designs for the students to practice their skills. This class is a good way to decorate cookies without the mess of decorating.

Industrial Electronics Technology 1 - Direct Current Electrical Characteristics 10660123

Introduces the fundamental principles of direct current (DC) and the effects of resistance, capacitance and inductance operating within the DC electrical and magnetic fields. Circuit analysis utilizes project based labs where students experience the practical application of Ohm’s, Watt’s, Kirchhoff’s and Lenz’s laws. Learning experiences in IET 1 will be continued and expanded upon in IET 2.

Industrial Electronics Technology 2 - Alternating Current Electrical Characteristics 10660124

Introduces the fundamental principles of alternating current (AC) and the effects of resistance, capacitance and inductance operating at 60 Hertz (Hz) single phase within the AC electrical and magnetic fields. Circuit analysis uses project based labs where students experience the practical application of Ohm’s, Watt’s, and Faraday’s laws. Learning experiences in IET 2 build upon those in IET 1 and will be continued and expanded upon in IET 3.

Industrial Electronics Technology 3 - Electronic Circuits And Devices 10660125

Introduces the fundamentals associated with the properties of silicon controlled devices used in industry. Both DC and AC operating characteristics will be explored as well as the application of silicon controlled devices used in industrial circuit controls. Circuit analysis utilizes project based labs where students experience the practical application of skills learned in IET 1 and 2.

Industrial Electronics Technology 4 - Electrical Systems 10660126

Introduce the concepts of electrical systems including transformers, the potential dangers of electrical power and the application and safety standards related to electrical power components. Utility, industrial and alternative power generation and distribution systems are discussed. Advanced concepts including power factor correction are covered. Laboratory activities are performed to verify the theory.

Industrial Motors 1: Electric Motors 10620159

Introduces industrial motors including the most common types of AC and DC motors. The potential dangers of Industrial motors are explored and the application and safety standards related to electric motors are reviewed and implemented. Labs include motor load and efficiency testing utilizing digital power, speed and torque measurement devices.

Industrial Motors 2: DC/AC Variable Speed Motor Drives 10620160

Introduces industrial motor drives including the most common types of DC and AC variable speed motor drives. Constant speed, torque and power operation modes, as well as the various solid state motor drive power control schemes and applications are discussed. Remote control and monitoring signals and system integration techniques are introduced. Labs include multiple vendor motor drive programming, connection, integration and testing as well as drive network communications, control and monitoring.

Industry Workplace Safety 10620172

Introduces General Industry Safety Practices and is intended to provide an entry level worker’s general awareness on recognizing and preventing hazards in a general industry setting. An OSHA 10 General Industry certification will be obtained with completion of the course. In addition, lab specific safety will be covered. OSHA has some very specific rules for receiving the certification card for OSHA 10. OSHA 10 Cards can only be issued to students in the face-to-face classes who attend every class. OSHA will not allow anyone taking this course in an online/flex format to receive a certification card. If you need the OSHA 10 card upon completion of this course, please be sure you are enrolled in the face-to-face section.

Intro To Microcontrollers 10660121

Introduces the microcontroller, a tiny computer which uses digital inputs and outputs to control electrical/electronic circuits. A Basic Stamp microcontroller will be programmed via a USB port to a PC using a PBASIC editor program. It will then be connected to digital inputs such as switches and sensors and used to control output circuits such as LED displays, DC motors, relays, buzzers and servo motors.

Intro to Sociology 10809196

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

Introduction To The Horticulture Industry 31001100

Explores the scope of the horticulture sector, including career opportunities. Familiarizes learners with the Agriculture Center of Excellence and standard operating procedures. Learners will begin to develop a strategic college plan. Learners will be exposed to the various opportunities available throughout their program of study.

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.

Laboratory Animal And Exotic Pet Medicine 10091199

Explore husbandry and care of exotic pets, pocket pets, birds and animals used for research. Topics covered include housing requirements, sanitation, nutrition, radiology, restraint and handling. Learners will practice hands on skills including administering medications, diagnostic sampling techniques and physical examinations of rats, mice, birds, rabbits, and other small mammals. This course may also work with reptiles. This course is only offered in fall semester.

Line Electrician Field Training 3 31413107

Introduces learners to pole guying, wire pulling, overhead secondary and service connections.

Line Electrician Field Training 4 31413109

Introduces learners to primary overhead work. Learners will continue to practice advanced pole climbing techniques, and operate utility trucks and equipment.

Livestock Diseases 10091123

Explores infectious and non-infectious disease processes of livestock. Emphasis will be placed on bovine diseases, however certain diseases of sheep, goats, camelids, cervids, and swine may also be covered. Disease etiology, symptoms, transmission, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control will be covered. Population dynamics and the financial impact on herds will be evaluated. Proper reporting requirements of federally regulated diseases will be discussed. Zoonotic diseases that are of concern for people working with livestock species will be accentuated.

Livestock Medicine For Veterinary Technicians 10091220

Introduces learners in the Veterinary Technician program to common livestock diseases, the body’s response to disease, diagnosis, control and prevention. Types of diseases examined include infectious, non-infectious, zoonotic and reportable. Methods of livestock husbandry, handling, restraint, physical examination, diagnostic sampling and treatment will also be examined in this course. This course is only offered in spring semester.

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.

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.