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Machine Design 1 10606115

  • 2.00 credits
  • Mechanical Technology
  • $357.40
  • Introduces the fundamentals of machine design and power transmission. The different types and capabilities of power transmission components (chain and belt drives, coupling, clutches, brakes, gear reducers, bearings, and electric motors) are introduced. The student will be  capable of proper selection of commercially available power transmission components into systems using the principles of power, torque, and speed.

    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 –
    10/15/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 15
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    10:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    F208 - Computer Lab - F Building
    Bryan LaVigne
    $357.40
    Post Secondary

    Mechanisms 10606180

  • 3.00 credits
  • Mechanical Technology
  • $595.43
  • Introduces the techniques used in the design and analysis of mechanisms with application to machine design. Graphical and analytical methods are presented to study the motion characteristics (displacement, velocity and acceleration) of four-bar linkages, slider-cranks, cams, gears and other special mechanisms. The use of CAD and spreadsheets is emphasized.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    08:00 AM - 09:50 AM
    F208 - Computer Lab - F Building
    Brad Schinker
    $595.43
    Post Secondary

    Nutrient Management 10091140

  • 2.00 credits
  • Animal Husbandry
  • $397.40
  • Explores grid sampling sizes, plant nutrient analysis, CEC, base saturation and nutrient management planning. Learners will apply classroom theory through hands-on activities such as grid sampling, plant identification and pest identification. Furthermore, learners will gain a greater understanding of plant nutrient testing and the implication of soil sampling test results. Learners will examine soil conservation practices, soil nutrition and pesticide application.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/02/2026 –
    07/28/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Jun 2 – Jul 28
    Tuesday
    10:30 AM - 03:20 PM
    AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Alex Crockford
    $397.40
    Post Secondary

    Principles Of Crop Production 10091135

  • 3.00 credits
  • Animal Husbandry
  • $596.10
  • Examines the principles of farm crop production, including classification, growth and management of corn, soybeans, alfalfa, barley, as well as other Midwest crops. Learners will explore soil preparation, plant physiology, planting dates, planting depths and seeding rates for various types of crops. Furthermore, learners will engage in the study of plant structure identification. Different types of equipment used in planting and harvesting will be explored and discussed during the course.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/28/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Jun 1 – Jul 27
    Monday
    07:30 AM - 11:50 AM
    AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Alex Crockford
    Jun 2 – Jul 28
    Tuesday
    07:30 AM - 09:50 AM
    AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Alex Crockford
    $596.10
    Post Secondary

    Strength Of Materials 10606163

  • 3.00 credits
  • Mechanical Technology
  • $595.43
  • Examines how forces affect machine members and structural elements. The learner will calculate stress and strain, analyze connections and evaluate beams and columns. The learner will use these calculations to determine if a given design will perform or fail.

    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 –
    10/15/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 15
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    08:00 AM - 09:50 AM
    F210 - Classroom - F Building
    Brad Schinker
    $595.43
    Post Secondary

    Technical Detailing 10606128

  • 2.00 credits
  • Mechanical Technology
  • $357.40
  • Expands basic knowledge and skill development of mechanical drawing. Emphasis is placed on fits and tolerances, geometric and positional dimensioning and tolerancing, assembly and detail drawings and parts lists.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    Thursday, Monday, Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    F206 - Computer Lab - F Building
    Brad Schinker
    $357.40
    Post Secondary

    Technical Drafting/CAD 10606105

  • 2.00 credits
  • Mechanical Technology
  • $357.40
  • Introduces basic knowledge and skill development of technical drawing with emphases on freehand sketching and introductory CAD drawing.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/15/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 15
    Thursday, Monday, Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 12:05 PM
    F206 - Computer Lab - F Building
    Brad Schinker
    $357.40

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