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Post Secondary

AC Fundamentals 50413510

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • Introduces the industrial electrical apprentice to the basic concepts of alternating current. Emphasis is placed on circuit analysis and the problem solving skills necessary for the maintenance of modern industrial electric systems.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/07/2026 –
    12/09/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 7 – Nov 18
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Oct 7 – Nov 18
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
    Dec 2 – Dec 9
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Dec 2 – Dec 9
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    10/08/2026 –
    12/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 8 – Nov 19
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    James Buck
    Dec 3 – Dec 10
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    James Buck
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    Post Secondary

    Basic Instrumentation 50413517

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • Introduces learner to industrial automated equipment and systems.  Learning outcomes will examine basic control loops, compare automated and robotic manufacturing systems,  explore distributed and central control, examine various system layouts, apply controller concepts and communications, and discuss automated control system safety   Signaling systems and redundant systems are explored as well.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/12/2026 –
    12/07/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 12 – Dec 7
    Monday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Oct 12 – Dec 7
    Monday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
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    Post Secondary

    Cisco 1 - Network Communications 1 10150185

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding basic networking, including: introduction to the OSI and TCP/IP models; gain familiarity with the various network devices and network addressing schemes; and discover the types of media used to carry data across the network. By the end of this course, the learner will be able to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches and implement IP addressing schemes.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    09:00 AM - 10:50 AM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Ken Hallas
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
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    Post Secondary

    Cisco 2 - Network Communications 2 10150186

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Examines switching, routing, and wireless essentials including the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in small networks. Learners analyze wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. Learners apply configuration and troubleshooting techniques on routers and switches for advanced functionality using security best practices. Learners resolve common issues with protocols in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Josh Kretzschmar
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    Post Secondary

    Cisco 3 - Network Communications 3 10150187

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Examines the architecture, components, operations, and security for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) technologies. Learners will configure, troubleshoot, and secure enterprise network devices and understand how application programming interfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation. Learners will configure and troubleshoot OSPFv2, ACLs, NAT, and QoS on IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/21/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 21 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Josh Kretzschmar
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    Post Secondary

    Cloud Architecting 10150509

  • 2.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Examines how to architect secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions that support organizational goals. Learners apply architectural frameworks and best practices to build resilient, efficient, and cost-effective environments.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
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    Post Secondary

    Cloud Foundations 10150508

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Examines the fundamental principles of cloud computing. Learners explore core services, deployment models, networking, storage, security, and cost management. The focus is on understanding the shared responsibility model and how cloud technologies support business and technical goals.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
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    Post Secondary

    Command-Line Scripting 10150503

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Prepares learners to be thorough, consistent, and efficient in their work as a Windows System Administrator by providing them with the foundational elements of Windows PowerShell and PowerShell scripting. Learners explore the use of the essential PowerShell commands and techniques needed to be productive within Windows PowerShell.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
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    Post Secondary

    DC Fundamentals 50413509

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • Introduces the fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC electricity. Emphasis is placed on circuit analysis and the problem solving skills necessary for the maintenance of modern industrial electric systems. Competencies related to metering and safe use of measuring devices are included.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/05/2026 –
    09/30/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 5 – Sep 30
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Aug 5 – Sep 30
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/06/2026 –
    10/01/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 6 – Oct 1
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    James Buck
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    Post Secondary

    Electrical Skill Development 50413508

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/13/2026 –
    12/08/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 13 – Dec 8
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Oct 13 – Dec 8
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146B - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
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    Post Secondary

    Enterprise Virtual Servers 10150181

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Examines the process and procedures for in a virtual environment, including installation, deployment, and managing virtual environments, vm components and vm resources.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 14
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Ken Hallas
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    Post Secondary

    Hydraulics & Pneumatics 50413520

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • The Hydraulics and Pneumatics course is customized for Industrial Electricians and relates the basics of hydraulic/pneumatic theory and hydraulic/pneumatic components. Safety and the interrelationship between hydraulic/pneumatic power with electrical control are emphasized.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/04/2026 –
    10/06/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 4 – Sep 1
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Aug 4 – Sep 1
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
    Sep 15 – Oct 6
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Sep 15 – Oct 6
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/07/2026 –
    10/02/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 7 – Oct 2
    Friday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    James Buck
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    Post Secondary

    Linux Essentials 10150122

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Introduces the fundamentals of Linux and prepares students for the Linux Professional Institute Linux Essentials Certificate. Students will explore open-source software concepts, Linux system components, and essential command-line skills. Topics include file management, system security, user and group permissions, backups and archives, and basic shell scripting for automation.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
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    Post Secondary

    Network Capstone 10150506

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Implement and optimize a network infrastructure integrating multiple operating systems, hardware platforms, and network devices. Learners apply project management principles, enhance network security and services, and utilize troubleshooting methodologies to ensure optimal performance. This capstone allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge gained throughout the IT Network and Systems Administration program.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/21/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 21 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Josh Kretzschmar
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    Post Secondary

    Network Security 10150124

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Develops the skills necessary to design and support a security system for an Intranet/Internet installation. Learners will secure network devices, integrate firewall technologies, implement intrusion prevention and secure network connections through virtual private networks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Josh Kretzschmar
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    Post Secondary

    Principles of Information Security 10150114

  • 2.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Discover the various technical and administrative aspects of information security and assurance. This course provides the foundation for understanding the key issues associated with protecting information assets, determining the levels of protection and response to security incidents and designing a consistent, reasonable information security system, with appropriate intrusion detection and reporting features.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    View Rates
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
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    Post Secondary

    Process Control 50413516

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • Apprentices will explore instrumentation basics involved in process control and relate these to job duties and tasks performed by E&I technicians. Course learning outcomes include safety, instrumentation basics, measurement, control, instrument calibration, control theories, using technical resources, and networking protocols.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/06/2026 –
    10/01/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 6 – Oct 1
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Aug 6 – Oct 1
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
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    Post Secondary

    Programmable Logic Controllers 2 50413515

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • Expands on the subjects introduced in the Programmable Logic Controller 1 course. Learners strengthen their knowledge of programming and their troubleshooting ability. They apply the principles to installation, communication, faults, and troubleshooting programmable logic controllers and other automation equipment in an industrial environment.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/08/2026 –
    12/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 8 – Nov 19
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Oct 8 – Nov 19
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146B - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
    Dec 3 – Dec 10
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    Dec 3 – Dec 10
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H146B - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
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    Post Secondary

    Transformers & Motors 50413518

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • 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
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/09/2026 –
    12/11/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 9 – Nov 20
    Friday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    James Buck
    Dec 4 – Dec 11
    Friday
    07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    H131 - Apprentice Classroom - H Building
    James Buck
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    Post Secondary

    Windows Server 1 10150121

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • Provides the student with a thorough grounding in Windows® Server®. Once the student completes the competencies for this class, they will be able to install, configure and administer a Microsoft® Windows® Server operating system. This course will place the student on the correct track in becoming a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA).

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
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