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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

Introduction To The Horticulture Industry 31001100

1.00 credits

Horticulture

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.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02T Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 05/31/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 5 – May 31 - MERRILL HS - Merrill High School - Wausau Off Campus Holly Hartwig	View Rates
#03T Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 05/22/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 5 – May 22 - WAUSWEST - Wausau West High School - Wausau Off Campus Michelle Heeg	$185.04
#01 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$185.04

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

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

Container Gardening 31001101

1.00 credits

Horticulture

$185.04

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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 03:00 PM - 04:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$185.04

Plant Science Basics 10001104

3.00 credits

Horticulture

$555.12

Examines plant morphology, growth and development, and plant lifecycles and reproduction. This course analyzes the effects of external and environmental factors on plant growth and productivity. Laboratory activities include examining and identifying plant cells and plant structures using microscopes, plant models and live plants. Plant structures and their functions are discussed in relevance to production practices. Learners will conduct a plant-based research project using the Scientific Method. Plant taxonomy is covered in this course, and learners will gain the necessary skills to identify important garden, specialty, and agronomic crops in Wisconsin.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 26 – May 19 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank Jan 26 – May 19 Monday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$555.12

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

Merchandising Produce Applications 31001116

2.00 credits

Horticulture

$370.08

Examine entrepreneurship applications of operating a market garden. Learners will simulate a small market garden business as they determine inventory, storage, sales, pricing, profit, and loss for their business. Business exploration will include farmers' market stands, community-supported agriculture (CSA) operations, and roadside stands. Customer buying decisions, sales techniques, and visual merchandising produce concepts are covered in this course.

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	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$370.08

Greenhouse Production 31001115

2.00 credits

Horticulture

$370.08

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.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	$370.08

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