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Post Secondary

AC Fundamentals 50413510

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • $354.90
  • 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
    $354.90
    #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
    $354.90
    Post Secondary

    Basic Instrumentation 50413517

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • $354.90
  • 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
    $354.90
    Continuing Education

    CDL Hazardous Materials 47458410

  • 0.10 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $159.00
  • Designed for learners seeking the Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement on their Commercial Driver License (CDL) as defined in § 383.93(c)(4). Successful completion of this course satisfies the Entry Level Driver Training requirements for eligibility to take the knowledge test for the H endorsement at the Department of Motor Vehicles. This course is designed specifically for drivers to safely transport hazardous materials. It helps satisfy the function-specific training requirements (49 CFR 172.702(a)(2)) and modal-specific training requirements for transport by highway (49 CFR Part 177).

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD001 Spring
    Open
    01/01/2026 –
    05/15/2026
    05/08/2026 Online Online
    Jan 1 – May 15
    -
    Online
    Douglas Behnke
    $159.00
    Post Secondary

    Class B CDL 1 10458106

  • 3.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $877.25
  • Emphasizes the development of safe driving techniques, inspections, and advanced backing skills. Combined with Class B CDL 2, the content of this course meets or exceeds the minimum federal training requirements for Entry Level Driver Training. Extensive hands-on training will be implemented throughout the course in operating Class B straight trucks, giving the learner the skills needed to test for a Class B Commercial Driver’s License.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $877.25
    #10 Fall
    Open
    08/03/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 3 – Aug 21
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $877.25
    #11 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $877.25
    Post Secondary

    Class B CDL 2 10458107

  • 2.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $355.40
  • Prepares the learner for the Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Exam using classroom and online resources to develop knowledge of non-driving aspects of operating Class B vehicles. Some of this content includes regulations, hours-of-service rules, driver wellness/fatigue, and medical requirements. In combination with the Class B CDL 1, the content of this course meets or exceeds the minimum federal training requirements for Entry Level Driver Training of a Class B commercial vehicle.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $355.40
    #10 Fall
    Open
    08/03/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 3 – Aug 21
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $355.40
    #11 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $355.40
    Post Secondary

    DC Fundamentals 50413509

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • $354.90
  • 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
    $354.90
    #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
    $354.90
    Post Secondary

    Electrical Skill Development 50413508

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • $354.90
  • 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
    $354.90
    Post Secondary

    Hydraulics & Pneumatics 50413520

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • $354.90
  • 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
    $354.90
    #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
    $354.90
    Post Secondary

    Manual Transmission 10458109

  • 1.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $246.70
  • Prepares students for the CDL road test by teaching safe and efficient operation of manual transmission commercial trucks using proper shifting techniques, including double-clutching and progressive shifting. It supports CDL candidates and CDL holders removing a manual transmission restriction in improving vehicle control, fuel-efficient driving habits, and confidence in real-world road and yard maneuvers.

    4 Course Sections
    4 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $246.70
    #10 Fall
    Open
    08/03/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 3 – Aug 21
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $246.70
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/14/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 14 – Aug 21
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $246.70
    #11 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $246.70
    Post Secondary

    Process Control 50413516

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • $354.90
  • 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
    $354.90
    Post Secondary

    Programmable Logic Controllers 2 50413515

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • $354.90
  • 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
    $354.90
    Post Secondary

    Transformers & Motors 50413518

  • 2.00 credits
  • Electricity
  • $354.90
  • 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
    $354.90
    Post Secondary

    Truck Driving 1 10458201

  • 3.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $740.10
  • Introduces learners to the laws, regulations and various certification levels of a Commercial Driver License (CDL). Introduces learners to the basic operation of a Class A Commercial Motor Vehicle.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Billy Leggett
    $740.10
    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/22/2026 –
    07/14/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 22 – Jul 14
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $740.10
    Post Secondary

    Truck Driving 2 10458202

  • 3.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $740.10
  • Prepares learners in the operation of commercial motor vehicles. Extensive hands-on training will be implemented throughout the course on tractor-trailers, giving the learner the skills needed to test for a Class A Commercial Driver License. Limited lecture will be used to inform students of industry regulations, driver safety, inspections and communication.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $740.10
    #01 Summer
    Open
    07/15/2026 –
    07/30/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person CDL/Transportation Building
    Jul 15 – Jul 30
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $740.10
    Post Secondary

    Truck Driving 3 10458203

  • 2.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $493.40
  • Builds on skills learned in Truck Driving 1 and 2, as students hone skills and practice to test for a Class A Commercial Driver License. This course will focus on advanced driving operations, backing skills, and non-driving aspects of the transportation industry.

    4 Course Sections
    4 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $493.40
    #10 Fall
    Open
    08/03/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 3 – Aug 21
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $493.40
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/05/2026 –
    08/13/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 5 – Aug 13
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $493.40
    #11 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $493.40

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