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Fire Fighting Principles 10503142

4.00 credits

Fire Technology

$740.16

Emphasizes basic fire behavior, techniques used to control structural and related fire emergencies and life safety practices. Learners perform all practical evolutions necessary to control and extinguish fires and otherwise meet all requirements for Firefighter 1 certification with the state of Wisconsin.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 04/23/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Jan 27 – Apr 23 Thursday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Mar 28 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	$740.16
#02 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 04/23/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Jan 27 – Apr 23 Thursday, Tuesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Mar 28 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	$740.16

Certified Fire Fighter 1 47503720

2.40 credits

Fire Technology

$413.00

This 96-hour course prepares the participant to be able to perform fire fighting functions at the nationally recognized minimum levels under direct supervision. The targeted audience is individuals who desire to become Wisconsin Certified Fire Fighter I based on the requirements set by SPS 330.08, Employment standards, Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. This course is designed to provide the Fire Fighter I candidate with the information needed to meet the job performance requirements (JPRs) defined in NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Current Edition, Chapters 5.2 through 5.5. The participant must also complete the Hazardous Materials Operation level course in order to meet the remainder of the NFPA Fire Fighter I JPR requirements.

4 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PS011 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 04/23/2026	01/28/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Jan 27 – Apr 23 Thursday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Mar 28 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$413.00
#PS012 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 04/23/2026	01/28/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Jan 27 – Apr 23 Thursday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Mar 28 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates
#PS013 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 04/23/2026	01/28/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Jan 27 – Apr 23 Thursday, Tuesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Mar 28 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$413.00
#PS014 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 04/23/2026	01/28/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Jan 27 – Apr 23 Thursday, Tuesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise Mar 28 Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates

Certified Fire Officer I 47503763

1.00 credits

Fire Technology

This 40 hour course prepares the participant to perform fire fighting supervisor functions at a minimum nationally recognized level. The targeted audience is individuals who have completed the training required to meet the Fire Fighter II JPRs of NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualification, Chapter 6, and desire, or are required to increase their knowledge and skills to progress to the Fire Officer I Level. Completion of the 40 hour Emergency Services Instructor I course is also required in order to become certified as Fire Officer I. This course is designed to provide the Fire Officer I candidate with the information needed to meet the job performance requirements (JPRs) in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4. Curriculum for the course is based on the Jones & Bartlett, Fire Officer Principles and Practice, 4th Edition (ISBN: 978-1284172393). A written and practical skills certification exam is available to participants who successfully complete this course.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PS004 Spring	Open	02/05/2026 – 04/16/2026	02/06/2026	In-Person	Phillips Campus	Feb 5 – Apr 16 Thursday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM P108 - Classroom - Phillips Campus	View Rates

Machine Design 2 10606117

3.00 credits

Mechanical Technology

$510.12

Incorporates the concepts learned in Statics and applies them to 3-dimensional applications. The learner will master the basic concepts of fatigue strength, the use of stress concentration factors, de-rating factors and factors of safety in order to compare design loads to material properties of objects in their actual working environment. The learner will understand all aspects of shaft design and will be able to properly account for all considerations when designing these common machine components.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03AYW Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/21/2026	03/28/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 23 – May 21 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11:00 AM - 12:50 PM F206 - Computer Lab - F Building Bryan LaVigne	$510.12

Applied Mechanics For Technicians 10606111

3.00 credits

Mechanical Technology

$556.54

Develop a thorough understanding of the statics and mechanics principles that are of paramount importance for learners in the engineering and technical programs. Mechanics is the branch of physical science that deals with state of rest or motion under the action of forces. Mechanics is the foundation for most engineering sciences and an indispensable prerequisite to most engineering or technical courses. In this course, you will develop a thorough understanding of the statics and mechanics principles that are of paramount importance for students in the engineering and technical programs. You will then apply these mechanics principles in various assignments and projects.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Spring	Open	03/24/2026 – 05/22/2026	03/28/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 24 – May 22 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM F206 - Computer Lab - F Building Bryan LaVigne	$556.54

Solidworks 3 10606183

2.00 credits

Mechanical Technology

$340.08

Complete various projects utilizing intermediate and advanced SolidWorks skills. Upon completion the student will take the CSWA or Certified SolidWorks Exam to gain industry credentials.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03AYW Spring	Open	03/26/2026 – 05/21/2026	03/28/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 26 – May 21 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM F206 - Computer Lab - F Building Bryan LaVigne	$340.08

Hazardous Materials Operations 10503203

1.00 credits

Fire Technology

$185.04

Prepares the participant to perform the minimum hazardous material incident operations associated with firefighting functions. Meets operational level competencies referenced in the JPRs in NFPA 1001 - Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	04/28/2026 – 05/14/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Apr 28 – May 14 Thursday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$185.04
#02 Spring	Open	04/28/2026 – 05/14/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Apr 28 – May 14 Thursday, Tuesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$185.04

Hazardous Materials Operations 47503785

0.60 credits

Fire Technology

$103.00

Prepares the participant to be able to perform the minimum hazardous material incident operations associated with firefighting functions at an advanced nationally recognized level under general supervision. The targeted audience is individuals who have completed the training required to meet the Fire Fighter I JPRs in NFPA 1010, and desire to increase their knowledge and skills base to the next level. This course is designed to provide the Fire Fighter II candidate with the information needed to meet the operational level competencies for the hazardous material first responder as referenced in the job performance requirements (JPRs) in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1010, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4, 4-1.1. It is based on the National Fire Academy (NFA) Initial Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents: Basic Concepts and Initial Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents: Concepts Implementation curriculums.

4 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PS009 Spring	Open	04/28/2026 – 05/14/2026	04/29/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Apr 28 – May 14 Thursday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$103.00
#PS010 Spring	Open	04/28/2026 – 05/14/2026	04/26/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Apr 28 – May 14 Thursday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates
#PS011 Spring	Open	04/28/2026 – 05/14/2026	04/29/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Apr 28 – May 14 Thursday, Tuesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	$103.00
#PS012 Spring	Open	04/28/2026 – 05/14/2026	04/26/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen	Apr 28 – May 14 Thursday, Tuesday 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM PS111 - Command Center Classroom - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellen Bryson Cruise	View Rates