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Autodesk Inventor 3D CAD Software 10606130

2.00 credits

Mechanical Technology

$418.86

Introduces the 3-dimensional modeling software Inventor to create solid part models, sheet metal and assemblies. The learner will create parts and assemblies as well as related 2D working drawings, bills of materials and animations. Learners will practice their skills on a variety of projects with various levels of difficulty.

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	Hybrid	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 19 – Dec 16 Monday, Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM F208 - Computer Lab - F Building Brad Schinker	$418.86

Dental Chairside 31508302

5.00 credits

Dental

$1,267.67

Prepares dental assistant students to chart oral cavity structures, dental pathology and restorations and to assist a dentist with basic dental procedures including examinations, pain control, amalgam restoration and cosmetic restoration. Students will also develop the ability to educate patients about preventive dentistry, brushing and flossing techniques and dental procedures, using lay terminology.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DA Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM 2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Aug 25 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Dental Lab Pod 7 - 1009 - Dental Lab Susan Pernsteiner	$1,267.67

Dental Hygiene Clinic Review - DHP2 47508438

0.40 credits

Dental

$75.00

This course provides a review of introductory level clinical and treatment sequencing. Topics include infection control protocol practice, peer instrumentation, radiographic application on a manikin, as well as ethical practice in the clinic environment. Learners will participate in components of a timed peer prophy. This course requires successful completion of Dental Hygiene Process 1.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/12/2026 – 08/13/2026	08/12/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 12 – Aug 13 Thursday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Dental Lab Pod 1 - 1009 - Dental Lab Jana Swenson	$75.00

Dental Hygiene Process 3 10508112

5.00 credits

Dental

$1,421.10

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists developed in Dental Hygiene Process II. In consultation with the instructor, students apply independent problem-solving skills in the course of providing comprehensive care for calculus case type I, II and III patients and case type 0, I, II and III patients. Dental Hygiene Process III introduces root detoxification using hand and ultra-sonic instruments, laser bacterial reduction, selection of dental implant prophylaxis treatment options and administration of chemotherapeutic agents. Students also adapt care plans in order to accommodate patients with special needs.

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Dental Hygiene Process 4 10508117

4.00 credits

Dental

$874.80

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists developed in Dental Hygiene Process III. With feedback from the instructor, students manage all aspects of cases in the course of providing comprehensive care for calculus case type 0, 1, 2, and 3 patients and for perio case type 0 I, II, and III patients. Emphasizes maximization of clinical efficiency and effectiveness. Prepares student dental hygienists to demonstrate their clinical skills in a formal examination situation.

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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.

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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

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.

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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	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

Oral Anatomy, Embry, Histology 10508102

4.00 credits

Dental

$704.80

Prepares Dental Hygienist students to apply detailed knowledge about oral anatomy to planning, implementation, assessment and evaluation of patient care. Students identify distinguishing characteristics of normal and abnormal dental, head and neck anatomy and its relationship to tooth development, eruption and health.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	$704.80
#02CC Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	Hybrid Zoom Only	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM CCC-KS - Colby Community Collg Classroom - Colby Community College - Kansas Jana Swenson	$704.80

Solidworks 1 10606133

1.00 credits

Mechanical Technology

$180.70

Introduces the learner to basic SolidWorks commands to produce 3-dimentsional parts, assemblies and engineering drawings. The learner will master beginner level commands and have a thorough understanding of the basic operation of the software.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 10/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Oct 14 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM F208 - Computer Lab - F Building Bryan LaVigne	$180.70

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.

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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