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Electrical Control Systems And Troubleshooting 50413519

4.00 credits

Electricity

$686.40

Leads learner through the fundamentals of electric motor control. Learner will learn to recognize and draw the symbols and language of motor control, and how to apply these symbols into current industrial format. Learner will also learn to draw and read ladder and wiring diagrams. Learner will be introduced to the logic used in motor control and be required to apply this logic in order to correctly interpret, troubleshoot, design, and wire control circuits.

1 Course Section

Programmable Logic Controllers 1 50413512

2.00 credits

Electricity

$343.20

Introduces the fundamentals of the programmable logic controller and its programming software. Learners identify terminology and components, explore functions, analyze logic instructions, interpret ladder logic, and develop basic programming and troubleshooting skills.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 03/03/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 – Mar 3 Tuesday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building Marc Martindale Jan 6 – Mar 3 Tuesday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building Marc Martindale	$343.20
#01 Spring	Open	01/08/2026 – 03/12/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 8 – Jan 15 Thursday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building Marc Martindale Jan 8 – Jan 15 Thursday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building Marc Martindale Jan 29 – Mar 12 Thursday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building Marc Martindale Jan 29 – Mar 12 Thursday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building Marc Martindale	$343.20

Basic Electrical Control Systems 50413523

2.00 credits

Electricity

$343.20

Leads learner through the basic fundamentals of electric motor control. Learner will learn to recognize and draw the basic symbols and language of motor control, and how to apply these symbols into current industrial format. Learner will also learn to read ladder and wiring diagrams. Learner will be introduced to the logic used in motor control and be required to apply this logic in order to correctly interpret and troubleshoot control circuits.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/09/2026 – 03/06/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 9 – Mar 6 Friday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building James Buck Jan 9 – Mar 6 Friday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building James Buck	$343.20

Meeting Facilitation 10116100

1.00 credits

Human Resources

$171.29

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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online John Burgess	$171.29

Total Rewards 10116101

3.00 credits

Human Resources

$503.87

Examines what Total Rewards means to an organization and to its employees. Compare tangible and intangible benefits – which includes compensation, benefits, work-life balance practices, and performance and talent management. Learners will explore balancing offering an attractive total rewards package for employees, while being strategic for the organization.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Cher Vink	$503.87

Talent Acquisition 10116102

3.00 credits

Human Resources

$503.87

Analyzes Talent Acquisition by exploring components of effective staffing, including employment brand, employment law, researching labor markets and understanding technology used in the recruitment process. Then, learners will work through the selection process starting with examining placement, selection predictors and the legality around selection tests, the use of background tests and medical examinations before finishing with the final job offer. Learners will have the opportunity to work through case studies to help build working knowledge and confidence in effective staffing and selection.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Cher Vink	$503.87

Employment Law 10116103

3.00 credits

Human Resources

$503.87

Examines the key employment laws and regulations that are important to an organization and to its employees. By the end this course, learners will be able to identify key U.S. laws in compensation, benefits, employee relations, employment opportunity, and job safety and health.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Tom Wendt	$503.87

Human Resource Analytics 10116105

2.00 credits

Human Resources

$337.58

Examines HR analytics from forming a hypothesis through analyzing data, to communicating and evaluating findings. Learners will practice utilizing analytics to make data-informed decisions about organizational interventions.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Angela Hupf	$337.58

Introduction to Human Resource Management 10116107

3.00 credits

Human Resources

$503.87

Introduces students to the field of human resource management and explores its role in supporting employees and business success. Students will engage with real-world HR scenarios, discover career paths, and gain foundational knowledge in HR functions. Designed to excite and inspire, this course provides a preview of what students will explore in depth throughout the Human Resource Management program.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Cher Vink	$503.87

Employee Relations 10116104

3.00 credits

Human Resources

$503.87

Examines the role HR plays in responding to employees’ need for safe, secure, rewarding workplace. Learners will evaluate risk management and worker protection strategies, identify employee rights and responsibilities and analyze labor relations through a series of situational and reflective assessments.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Cher Vink	$503.87

Human Resource Capstone 10116106

3.00 credits

Human Resources

$503.87

Provides students with the opportunity to synthesize and apply knowledge gained throughout the Human Resources program. Students develop an integrated HR strategy and demonstrate competency across workforce planning, talent development, total rewards, employment law, and employee relations. Through a final project and reflective work, students evaluate the effectiveness of HR strategies and prepare for transition into the workforce.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Cher Vink	$503.87

Electrical Skill Development 50413508

2.00 credits

Electricity

$343.20

Introduces the apprentice to the layout and purpose of the National Electric Code. It also strives to teach the apprentice proper methodology to research a code question and correctly interpret what they are reading. Various examples in the textbook and activity sheets help guide the apprentice through this process. Apprentices will research the structure of the National Electric Code and define the requirements of the code that are common to all electrical installations and electrical codes applicable to the trade.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/10/2026 – 05/05/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 10 – May 5 Tuesday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building James Buck Mar 10 – May 5 Tuesday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building James Buck	$343.20

Transformers & Motors 50413518

2.00 credits

Electricity

$343.20

Introduces the Industrial Electrician Apprentice to the basic concepts of single and three-phase transformers. The course will cover transformer theory, turns, current and voltage ratios as well as proper connections and use of various transformers. In addition, this course is designed to give the Industrial Electrician Apprentice the knowledge required by industry to maintain electric motors and generators.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/18/2026 – 05/13/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 18 – May 13 Wednesday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building James Buck Mar 18 – May 13 Wednesday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building James Buck	$343.20

Process Measurement 50413505

2.00 credits

Electricity

$343.20

Apprentices will learn to describe and explain the make-up of an automatic control loop, the function of each of the control loop elements and the terms used to describe the loop performance and characteristics, perform mathematical functions associated with offset math and apply the concepts to common signaling systems use used in process control systems. Course will examine the principles, methods and devices used to measure flows, temperatures, pressures, levels, and densities in various industrial process applications. Course will explore common methods and types of equipment used to measure chemical components of a material or stream.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/19/2026 – 05/14/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 19 – May 14 Thursday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building Marc Martindale Mar 19 – May 14 Thursday 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building Marc Martindale	$343.20