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Advanced Editing Techniques 10206156

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

$536.10

Expands non-linear editing concepts and techniques to an advanced level through hands-on project work using professional post-production software. Learners edit documentary, narrative, and music video footage, utilizing effects, filters, and titling tools to create fully polished video projects ready for web publishing and professional presentation.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2026 – 12/10/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 10 Thursday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes Aug 27 – Dec 10 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$536.10

Baking And Specialty Decorating 10316121

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$509.40

Creation of baked goods along with high-end decorating techniques are practiced throughout this course. Learners will utilize their creative side as they design and produce attractive presentations.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/23/2026 – 12/15/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 23 – Dec 15 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	$509.40

Baking Fundamentals 10316102

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$509.40

Utilize baking principles and procedures for producing quick breads, yeast breads, cookies, cakes and pies. Learners will calculate product costs, weigh and measure ingredients, mix, shape, bake, garnish, package and merchandise bakery products.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/05/2026 – 10/29/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 5 – Oct 19 Monday 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Oct 6 – Oct 29 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$509.40

Breakfast Cuisine 10316104

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$254.70

Applies techniques involved with cooking breakfast food such as: eggs, omelets, pancakes, waffles and breakfast meats.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/02/2026 – 11/10/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 2 – Nov 10 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker	$254.70

Complex Carbohydrates 10316106

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$254.70

Identify and prepare a variety of grains, legumes, potatoes, pasta and rice. Learners will create a variety of dishes utilizing complex carbohydrates.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/30/2026 – 12/08/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 30 – Dec 8 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$254.70

Creative Process 10206161

1.00 credits

Visual Communication

$180.70

Develops a creative process by imagining, sharing, revising, and reflecting on their dream project. Throughout this process, they consider technology, technique, and taste, the breadth of their knowledge, and how it impacts their visual style. Later, they apply this creative process to explore how personal and assignment-based projects could move beyond the formulaic approach using their creativity and available resources.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	10/19/2026 – 12/14/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 19 – Dec 14 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes Oct 19 – Dec 14 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$180.70

Culinary Fundamentals 10316101

4.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$1,018.80

Food science principles applied to professional culinary food preparations. Units include professional kitchen operation, recipe terminology, culinary math and cooking techniques for various food categories. In addition, careers in the culinary industry are explored; including professionalism, ethics and etiquette.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 10/02/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Sep 28 Monday 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Aug 25 – Oct 1 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Oct 2 Friday 04:00 PM - 10:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$1,018.80

Culinary Skills Project 10316128

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$241.29

Assess the learner on skills learned throughout the first year of the Culinary Arts program. The learner will complete various culinary and sanitation skills in a timed environment.

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#01 Spring	Open	05/04/2026 – 05/14/2026	05/04/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	May 4 – May 14 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 12:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$241.29

Documentary Production 10206155

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

$536.10

Examines video and audio equipment and post-production techniques essential to creating video projects outside the studio environment. Learners operate professional cameras and audio equipment to complete several short documentary projects. Focuses on interview and lighting techniques, recording production audio, capturing b-roll, location scouting, shooting on location, improvisation, and editing practices that connect visuals and sound to authentic storytelling.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Aug 25 – Dec 16 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Aug 25 – Dec 16 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:20 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	$536.10

Ethical Livestock Harvesting 10316132

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$509.40

Assist in the ethical animal harvesting process. This process will cover transportation, unloading, and on-site slaughtering. Determine proper documentation and procedures to follow under State Inspection in various locations.

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Film & Video: Language And Technique 10206152

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

$530.10

Introduces learners to the audio-visual vocabulary, tools and technology utilized in motion picture production, post-production and animation through a mix of lecture, video screenings and discussion. Learners will be exposed to a variety of videos, films, genres and technical innovations. This course provides a basic understanding of critical theories and communication principles necessary for anyone pursuing a career in film/video/animation production.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 01:00 PM - 04:05 PM H106 - Theater Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	$530.10

Intro to Motion Graphics 47206104

0.30 credits

Visual Communication

$199.00

Learn how to use Adobe After Effects to create basic animation with text and shapes. We'll begin by covering the After Effects interface, creating a composition and various shapes. You'll then learn how to work with keyframes and properties to animate objects and export them to share. You'll have a chance to experiment and animate to music.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Summer	Open	07/20/2026 – 07/24/2026	07/20/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jul 20 – Jul 23 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM H107 - Production Studio/Lab - H Building Jul 24 Friday 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM H107 - Production Studio/Lab - H Building	$199.00

Mid-Day Meals 10316105

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$254.70

Experience in producing lunch meals through the use of grills, fryers, ovens and steamers. Service experience includes cafeteria line work and fast food delivery.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/11/2026 – 11/19/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 11 – Nov 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker	$254.70

Protein Identification, Fabrication, And Usage 1 10316131

3.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$764.10

Categorize the structure of various animal carcasses, including fabrication methods and performing a variety of cuts used in both foodservice and retail. Explore national meat identification systems, and the inspection process along with quality and yield grading as well as cost systems. Proper cooking methods and knife/ equipment selection will all be explored.

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Restaurant Cost Controls 10316115

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$355.40

Examine the concepts and techniques of controlling costs with an emphasis on determining the sales price based on cost inputs, and utilizing break-even calculations. Learners will calculate the cost of goods, overhead, and selling price. Learners will determine the resources needed to run various restaurant operations.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/09/2026 – 11/19/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 9 – Nov 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 12:30 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	$355.40

Restaurant Operations 10316114

4.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$1,018.80

Prepare foods in a lab setting while participating in various stations that are typically found in a restaurant. Learners will establish skills in serving, cooking, and customer service.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 11/05/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 Monday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke Aug 24 – Nov 5 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke Oct 2 Friday 04:00 PM - 10:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	$1,018.80

Sanitation For Food Service Operations 10316100

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$180.70

Development of skills to follow sanitation and hygiene provisions in state codes. Focuses on the challenges to food safety, developing a food safety system, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point, working in a safe environment and maintaining sanitary facilities and equipment.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 10/26/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Oct 19 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Oct 26 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM F202 - Computer Lab - F Building Travis Teska	$180.70

Short Narrative Production 47206101

0.30 credits

Visual Communication

$199.00

Learn how to write a screenplay and translate it into a short fictional video. Activities include generating ideas for a short fictional film, creating a shot list, directing actors, shooting a scene, and editing a 1-2 minute video using Adobe Premiere Pro software. Participants will work in teams with the class members as their cast and crew.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Summer	Open	07/27/2026 – 07/31/2026	07/27/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jul 27 – Jul 30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM H107 - Production Studio/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Jul 31 Friday 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	$199.00

Technical Process 10206261

1.00 credits

Visual Communication

$180.70

Explores essential technical tools, techniques, and workflows used in professional video production. Learners operate cameras, audio recorders, and microphones, and apply post-production software to build technical proficiency that supports creative storytelling. Emphasizes proper setup, operation, and maintenance of production equipment; capturing quality video and sound; and integrating footage, sound, and graphics through basic editing and post-production practices.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 10/12/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Oct 12 Monday 01:00 PM - 04:35 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes Aug 24 – Oct 12 Monday 01:00 PM - 04:35 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$180.70

The Seasonal Kitchen And Pantry 10316111

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$509.40

Provides the learner with skills in choosing quality farm-fresh produce and utilizing staples found in a pantry. Learners will incorporate a variety of elements as they create a healthy menu such as salad greens, fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses in meal preparation.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/31/2026 – 11/02/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 31 – Nov 2 Monday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	$509.40

VFX, Compositing & Color 10206164

2.00 credits

Visual Communication

$357.40

Explores professional visual effects software for the effective completion of professional post-production design applications. Learners will explore compositing tools, video effects, motion tracking, filters, 3D lighting and camera effects, and color grading techniques in the creation of enhanced visuals.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	08/28/2026 – 12/11/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Dec 11 Friday 09:00 AM - 12:20 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$357.40

Video Foundation Intensive 10206162

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

$536.10

Introduces the process and workflow of video production from concept to completion by translating story ideas into compelling cinematic language through storyboarding, shot-list, cinematography, and post-production. Learners explore the five elements of film language for visual storytelling while learning the fundamentals of camera operation, audio capture and video editing.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Wednesday 03:00 PM - 04:20 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	$536.10

Video Pre-Production 10206150

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

$530.10

Develops the pre-production components for video or animation assignments. Learners develop the blueprints for effective and manageable video and animation projects by developing concepts, creating loglines, examining principles of storytelling, outlining, script formatting, preparing for documentary production, examining linear vs. non-linear structures, creating a production plan and budget, scheduling and storyboarding.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 09:00 AM - 12:05 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$530.10

Video Production: Studio 10206154

4.00 credits

Visual Communication

$714.80

Introduces professional lighting equipment, lighting techniques and cinema camera operation for use on studio projects. Learners will manipulate light to create a variety of effects in a diverse set of scenarios and utilize different types of cinema camera equipment, support tools and techniques for use in studio projects. Learners will examine advanced equipment, vocabulary and techniques unique to the studio environment including the use of green screen, creation of camera movement and working in a variety of crew positions to support a production.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jordan Innes Aug 26 – Dec 16 Friday 01:00 PM - 04:20 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes Aug 26 – Dec 16 Friday 01:00 PM - 04:20 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	$714.80

Wait Staff Training 10316119

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

$254.70

Explore the art of service and the importance of front of the house work in the culinary program. Learners learn how to properly interact with guests and provide high quality customer service. Examine the proper techniques of table service, obtaining guest orders, interacting with the kitchen staff and creating a professional atmosphere.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	12/09/2026 – 12/16/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Dec 9 – Dec 16 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	$254.70