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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

Video Production Workshop 10206157

4.00 credits

Visual Communication

$680.16

Applies video pre-production, production and post-production skills in the creation of a unique, client-approved video from concept to completion. Learners will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, work in a variety of crew positions and practice effective communication skills as they create short narrative, documentary, educational and commercial video products that will be included in their portfolios.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 21 Thursday, Monday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jordan Innes Jan 26 – May 21 Thursday, Monday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$680.16

Audio For Video And Animation 10206151

2.00 credits

Visual Communication

$337.58

Explores the equipment, software and techniques for the successful production and post-production of audio for video and animation projects. Learners will create original audio documents, capturing sound with professional microphones and manipulating those sounds with professional audio editing and mixing software. Learners will learn techniques for capturing sound in studio and on-location settings, syncing sound to picture, using sound effects, creating original foley sounds, dubbing voices and narration, exporting to various audio formats, mixing music, effects, backgrounds and dialogue to create professional audio documents.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$337.58

Portfolio Preparation For Video Production 10206159

2.00 credits

Visual Communication

$340.08

Develops a professional portfolio of video work for use in job search and acquisition. Learners create video reels, online portfolios and content for job search, and personal and professional marketing. Learners examine job search processes, produce a CV or Resume, develop interview skills, understand avenues for project funding, navigate film festival protocol and investigate video industry work ethics and standards.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 05/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 19 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	$340.08

Short Narrative Production 10206163

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

$510.12

Develops narrative video production techniques through hands on application of camera, lighting and audio equipment and video editing software. Learners will develop original short narrative projects, cast and work with actors, work in teams to produce short narrative content and edit this content into a completed fiction film.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 20 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Jan 27 – May 20 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Jan 27 – May 20 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Jan 27 – May 20 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	$510.12

Motion Graphics 10206158

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

$503.87

Explores professional visual effects software for the effective completion of professional post-production design applications. Learners will work on motion graphic projects, designing original vector based animations, navigating layers, and exploring key-frames in the creation of original animation projects.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/28/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$503.87

Video Editing 10206153

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

$503.87

Develops the vocabulary and techniques necessary for editing raw video footage into finished video documents. Learners will have the opportunity to develop non-linear editing techniques through hands-on project applications using professional post-production software. Learners will examine the technical and conceptual tools necessary to organize editing projects, manipulate raw footage and graphic elements and assemble them into narrative sequences. Through the Video Editing course, learners will develop the temporal concepts and NLE vocabulary necessary for completing video and animation products.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$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