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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

Basics Of Gas Appliances 31413110

2.00 credits

Electricity

$370.08

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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 01/14/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 5 – Jan 14 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM AG402 - Gas Utilities Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence	$370.08

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

Crucial Conversations 47196908

0.30 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$549.00

Crucial Conversations® for Mastering Dialogue teaches nine powerful skill sets grounded in decades of social science research. Learn how to strengthen relationships, keep your cool, and create a safe environment in crucial moments. This course helps learners develop these vital skills through instruction, application, practice, group discussion, and self-reflection—not just theory—for lasting improvement.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD005 Spring	Open	01/14/2026 – 01/15/2026	12/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 14 – Jan 15 Thursday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 01:30 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building Samuel Buemi	$549.00

Line Electrician Field Training 3 31413107

5.00 credits

Electricity

$925.20

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

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/05/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 26 – Mar 5 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski Jan 26 – Mar 5 Thursday, Monday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 03:30 PM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski Jan 26 – Mar 5 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 03:30 PM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski	$925.20

Talent Development 10196199

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$551.34

Apply the tools and skills necessary to implement the training cycle of assessment needed to develop human resources in organizations. In Training and Talent Development, learners will analyze organizational training needs, examine training task, develop training objectives, organize training content, determine appropriate training methods, select training recourses, complete a training plan, deliver training and assess the training process

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	$551.34

Management Principles 10196191

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

Gain knowledge and develop the expertise necessary to apply the tools needed to perform essential supervisory and managerial functions. Learners will develop the ability to provide timely and constructive feedback, evaluate and improve performance, conduct performance appraisals, conduct employee mentoring, provide workforce training and coaching, communicate effectively and create a motivating environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of important management and supervisory roles including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, controlling, analysis, delegation, problem-solving, decision-making, team development, leadership, motivation, training and staff development.

4 Course Sections

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 Kurt Swanson	$503.87
#02VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online John Burgess	$503.87
#PD002 Spring	Open	02/10/2026 – 03/31/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Feb 10 – Mar 31 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wausau Off Campus Angela Servi	$503.87
#03AYW Spring	Open	03/25/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 25 – May 20 Wednesday 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM A239 - Classroom - A Building Kurt Swanson	$503.87

Leading Strategically 10196190

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

Learners apply the skills and tools necessary to fulfill a leadership role in the workplace. Each learner will: evaluate leadership skills, demonstrate leadership effectiveness, meet organizational requirements, carry out individual and group motivation strategies, implement mission, vision and goal setting, display ethical behavior, establish a personal leadership style, practice situational leadership, understand the impacts of power, facilitating employee development, coaching, managing change and effective conflict resolution.

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 Kurt Swanson	$503.87

Project Management 10196188

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

In Project Management, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to design, implement and evaluate formal projects. Each learner will: understand the importance and value of managing projects, assume the role of a project manager, develop a project proposal, use relevant project management software, work with project teams, establish the proper sequence of tasks, chart progress, respond to variation and changes, develop a budget, direct resources and manage a project through its life cycle.

2 Course Sections

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 Kurt Swanson	$503.87
#02VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Kurt Swanson	$503.87

Leading Change And Diversity 10196169

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

In Leading Change and Diversity, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to implement and maintain a diverse work environment which understands and values the change process. Each learner will: demonstrate change management strategies, assess the current extent of diversity in the workplace, evaluate the effect of perceptions, attitudes, biases, prejudice, stereotypes and organizational culture on diversity, recognize barriers and take corrective measures, implement diversity management strategies and measure and celebrate success.

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	$503.87

Organizational Behavior And Development 10196168

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

Apply the skills and tools necessary to effectively deal with organizational behavior and change. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of the impacts of globalization on an organization, deal with organizational culture, prepare for change and future challenges affecting organizations, assist in organizational decision making, planning, mission, vision and goal development, conduct performance management and understand the role of organizational structure.

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	$503.87

Managing Safety & Risk In Business 10196136

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$550.29

In Managing Safety & Risk in Business, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to provide a safe and secure work environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of safety awareness, understand federal, state and local compliance, conduct incident investigation and documentation, practice effective human relations techniques, conduct safety orientations, inspections and risk analysis, guard against issues of workplace violence, identify and assist employees with substance abuse issues, identify and correct workplace health hazards, practice first aid, CPR, fire and electrical safety, practice emergency preparedness procedures, act as a liaison with external agencies and design safe facilities.

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 Kurt Swanson	$550.29

Lean Organizations 10196114

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

In Lean Organizations, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to enhance company performance and profitability by identifying and eliminating waste throughout all business processes. Lean is a work smarter, not harder, approach that allows an organization to produce more while utilizing fewer resources. Many traditional approaches to business processes require excessive inventory, repetitive tasks, wasted materials, scrap and rework and misappropriated human and other resources. Each learner will: identify and practice Lean Solutions by completing learning plans that cover Lean Operations, Value-stream Mapping, 8 Wastes, 5S Workplace Organization, Set-up Reduction, Cellular Flow Design, Lean Culture Development, Value Chain Management, Kanban Systems and Total Productive Maintenance.

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	$503.87

Quality & Performance Excellence 10196192

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

Learners will apply the skills and tools necessary to implement performance excellence and maintain a continuous improvement environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of a quality philosophy, identify all stakeholder relationships, meet or exceed customer expectations, develop a systems-focused approach, use appropriate models and quality tools, manage a quality improvement project and measure effectiveness of continuous improvement activities.

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 Kurt Swanson	$503.87

Team Building And Problem Solving 10196189

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

Apply the skills and tools necessary to facilitate team development and effectiveness, solve complex problems, pinpoint the root cause of conflict, and resolve issues between team members. Each learner will demonstrate the application of the benefits and challenges of teamwork, perform the necessary roles in a team, facilitate the stages of team development, conduct conflict resolution, evaluate potential causes of a problem, develop multiple approaches to problem solving and decision making, exhibit the ability to build consensus and commitment, utilize a systematic approach to defining and solving problems and implement various methods for evaluating results based on established criteria and metrics.

2 Course Sections

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	$503.87
#02VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online John Burgess	$503.87

Managing Human Resources 10196193

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$503.87

Learners apply the skills and tools necessary to identify, acquire and effectively direct employee abilities to meet workforce and organizational challenges and goals. Each learner will: demonstrate the relevance of the supervisor's role in human resources management, explore the impacts of EEOC, write job descriptions, develop recruitment and selection strategies, conduct job interviews, carry out staff on-boarding and orientations, develop workplace policies and procedures, develop and implement training and development programs, execute performance appraisal and management, provide coaching and effectively utilize compensation and benefit strategies.

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	$503.87

Line Electrician Safety 3 31413108

1.00 credits

Electricity

$171.29

Establishes safety procedures in pole top rescue techniques, and protective grounding, low voltage construction, and tree trimming methods and tools. Prepares learners to identify and establish a safe traffic work zone.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 03/06/2026	01/31/2026	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Jan 27 – Mar 6 - Online Marc Cegielski	$171.29

Distribution Construction Standards 31413105

1.00 credits

Electricity

$171.29

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

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 04/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 27 – Apr 21 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski	$171.29

Emotional Intelligence: Practical Strategies for Leaders 47196907

0.15 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$129.00

This course on Emotional Intelligence is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the four key components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. Through a mix of foundational insights, practical examples, and engaging group discussion, participants will learn how to interpret their emotional intelligence scores and leverage them to become effective leaders. The course also offers strategies to enhance both personal and team emotional intelligence, with specific tools and activities for each component. Participants will apply these concepts to real-world workplace scenarios, focusing on conflict management and feedback, and will develop a personalized action plan to ensure ongoing growth and accountability.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD002 Spring	Open	02/13/2026	02/12/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Feb 13 Friday 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building Angela Servi	$129.00

Coaching 47196533

0.15 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

$149.00

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

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD003 Spring	Open	03/04/2026 – 03/05/2026	03/04/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 4 – Mar 5 Thursday, Wednesday 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM A167 - WTPD Visionary Classroom A - A Building Tonya McKenna Trabant	$149.00

Line Electrician Field Training 4 31413109

5.00 credits

Electricity

$925.20

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

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/09/2026 – 04/23/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Mar 9 – Apr 23 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski Mar 9 – Apr 23 Thursday, Monday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 03:30 PM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski Mar 9 – Apr 23 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 03:30 PM AG401 - EPDP Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Marc Cegielski	$925.20

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