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Mechanical Hardware & Hand Tools For The Machine Trades Apprentices 50420715

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

This course provides instruction for the apprentice in recognition, selection, and operation of mechanical hardware and hand tools. Apprentices are taught to use outside sources to select correct component or tool sizes, characteristics, and operating parameters. Apprentices will sharpen drills and single point cutting tools.

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Metallurgy & Materials For Machine Trades Apprenticeship 50420721

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

This course provides the opportunity for the apprentice to develop the knowledge, skills, process, and understanding of hardness testing, carbons and low alloy steel, tool steels, stainless steels, cast iron, aluminum and aluminum alloys, die cast alloys, copper and copper alloys, plastics, heat treating and nondestructive testing.

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CNC Turning Machine Fundamentals 3 32420113

2.00 credits

Machine Shop

Operate CNC turning Machines to cut outside and inside diameters using modern machining processes. Learners will also learn how to set-up, program, and run live tooling multi-axis turning centers utilizing axial and radial tooling.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 16 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM H102 - Classroom - H Building Jeff Block Aug 25 – Oct 16 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM H110 - Machine Tool Lab - H Building Jeff Block Aug 25 – Oct 16 Monday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM H122 - Trades Classroom - H Building Jeff Block	View Rates

CNC Milling Machine Fundamentals 3 32420112

3.00 credits

Machine Shop

Operate CNC Milling Machines in a production setting along with programming and setting up multi-axis milling machining centers. Learners will obtain knowledge on proper set-up of multiple vises in a production situation. Learners will also learn how to set-up, program, and run multi axis milling machines.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 16 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H102 - Classroom - H Building Jeff Block Aug 25 – Oct 16 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H110 - Machine Tool Lab - H Building Jeff Block Aug 25 – Oct 16 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H122 - Trades Classroom - H Building Jeff Block	View Rates

Introduction To CAD/CAM 32420655

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

Develop basic skills creating 2D and 3D geometry part models using Computer-Aided Design (CAD). Learners will then learn how to create CNC tool paths using Computer-Aided Machining (CAM). Learners will also learn file management by saving, converting, and working with different file types.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 15 Monday, Wednesday 07:00 AM - 08:50 AM H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building Jeff Block	View Rates

The Seasonal Kitchen And Pantry 10316111

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	08/25/2025 – 10/27/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 27 Monday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	View Rates

Principles Of Sanitation For Meat Processors 10316135

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

Examine principles of sanitation that relate to professional butchering operations. Learners will apply these principles in the forthcoming HACCP class.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/27/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 27 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	View Rates

Sanitation For Food Service Operations 10316100

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	08/25/2025 – 10/27/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 20 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Oct 27 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM F202 - Computer Lab - F Building Travis Teska	View Rates

Culinary Fundamentals 10316101

4.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	08/25/2025 – 10/03/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Sep 29 Monday 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Aug 26 – Oct 2 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Oct 3 Friday 04:00 PM - 10:00 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	View Rates

Print Reading For The Machine Trades 3 32420656

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

Develop advanced proficiency in reading and interpreting working industrial drawings, including assembly prints and detail prints. Specialized part prints are covered including gears, fastener, springs, cams, plastic components and sheet metal type drawings.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 10/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Oct 16 Thursday, Tuesday 07:00 AM - 08:50 AM H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building Jeff Block	View Rates

Restaurant Operations 10316114

4.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	08/26/2025 – 11/06/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Nov 6 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke Oct 3 Friday 04:00 PM - 10:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke Nov 3 Monday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	View Rates

Geometric Design And Tolerancing For Machine Trades Apprentice 50420727

0.50 credits

Machine Shop

This course will acquaint the apprentice with the skills to interpret the geometric dimensions and tolerances found on engineering drawings and in other industrial documents. Instruction concentrates on interpreting symbols, identifying tolerance zones and determining ways to check parts for conformity to the specified geometric controls. Reference is made to ASME Y14.5M - 1994.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 10/07/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke Sep 9 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke Sep 23 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke Oct 7 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke	View Rates

Basic CAD/CAM For Machine Trades Apprentice 50420725

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

This course is designed to provide the apprentice with the concepts and techniques used in computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) as part of their related instruction.

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Ethical Livestock Harvesting 10316132

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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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Engineering Drawings For The Machine Trades Apprenticeships 50420714

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

This course will acquaint the apprentice with the interpretation of engineering prints and other technical and manufacturing documentation. The primary focus of the course will be on that part of manufacturing most closely related to machining and tools. Background information is provided relative to the process used to create and finish the product or piece part on the prints being studied. This course was formerly module 4 in related instruction.

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Precision Measurement For The Machine Trades Apprentices 50420713

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

This course is designed to acquaint the apprentice with the measurement systems and tools most frequently used in layout and machining processes. Learning outcomes relate to semi-precision through super-precision measuring tools and equipment combined with opportunities to investigate new technologies.

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Print Reading For The Machine Trades 1 32420122

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

Develop basic proficiency in reading and interpreting machine tool prints. Learners will learn the communication process between designer and machinist.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/28/2025 – 12/11/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building Duane Yorde	View Rates

Protein Identification, Fabrication, And Usage 1 10316131

3.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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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Introduction To Machine Shop 10420131

2.00 credits

Machine Shop

Apply and learn operation of mills, lathes, drilling, grinding and general metal fabrication. This course is designed to give the learner the theory and hands-on training leading to the ability to work safely in a shop. Individual part fabricating and precision measurement are covered.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Fall	Open	08/29/2025 – 12/12/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 29 – Dec 12 Friday 12:00 PM - 03:50 PM H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke Aug 29 – Dec 12 Friday 12:00 PM - 03:50 PM H108 - Machine Tool Lab - H Building Joseph Bonke	View Rates

Baking Fundamentals 10316102

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	10/06/2025 – 10/30/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 6 – Oct 20 Monday 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska Oct 7 – Oct 30 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	View Rates

Machine Tool Processes 4 32420110

2.00 credits

Machine Shop

Produce parts using intermediate applications of trade calculations and formulas. Emphasis will be placed on refined tolerances and using parts in assemblies.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 11/05/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Nov 5 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 09:00 AM - 01:50 PM H102 - Classroom - H Building Jeff Block Oct 20 – Nov 5 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 09:00 AM - 01:50 PM H110 - Machine Tool Lab - H Building Jeff Block Oct 20 – Nov 5 Monday 09:00 AM - 01:50 PM H122 - Trades Classroom - H Building Jeff Block	View Rates

Machine Tool Cam Programming 32420352

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

Applies PC-based integrative computer graphics systems used to create and convert computer-generated designs into tool paths for computer-controlled machine tools. Learners will be able to load and simulate these programs.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 Monday, Wednesday 07:00 AM - 08:50 AM H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building Jeff Block	View Rates

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing 32420652

1.00 credits

Machine Shop

Applies Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing as a means of specifying engineering design requirements with respect to actual function, production and inspection techniques and the relationship of part features. The use of symbols, datums, terms, rules and inspection standards will be taught in accordance with ANSI standards.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/21/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 21 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 07:00 AM - 08:50 AM H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building Jeff Block	View Rates

Jig And Fixture Design For Machine Trades Apprentice 50420726

0.50 credits

Machine Shop

This course introduces the apprentice to the concepts of jig and fixture design as part of their apprenticeship related instruction. Topics include the basic elements of tool design, jig and fixture application, and the actual design of tooling.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	10/21/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 21 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke Nov 4 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke Nov 18 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke Dec 2 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke Dec 16 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM H121A - Classroom - H Building Joseph Bonke	View Rates

Breakfast Cuisine 10316104

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	11/03/2025 – 11/11/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 3 – Nov 11 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker	View Rates

Machine Tool Processes 5 32420111

3.00 credits

Machine Shop

Applies machining applications to: work planning, milling machine setups, lathe setups and basic surface grinder setups. This course will teach the learner to machine more complex parts, hold closer tolerances, add skills that can increase efficiency and produce assembled projects.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/06/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 6 – Dec 17 Monday 09:00 AM - 01:50 PM H122 - Trades Classroom - H Building Jeff Block Nov 6 – Dec 17 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 09:00 AM - 01:50 PM H110 - Machine Tool Lab - H Building Jeff Block Nov 6 – Dec 17 Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday 09:00 AM - 01:50 PM H102 - Classroom - H Building Jeff Block	View Rates

Restaurant Cost Controls 10316115

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	11/10/2025 – 11/20/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 10 – Nov 20 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 12:30 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	View Rates

Mid-Day Meals 10316105

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	11/12/2025 – 11/20/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 12 – Nov 20 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Brock Decker	View Rates

Baking And Specialty Decorating 10316121

2.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	11/24/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 24 – Dec 16 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM E112 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Jonathan Reinke	View Rates

Complex Carbohydrates 10316106

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	11/24/2025 – 12/04/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 24 – Dec 4 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	View Rates

Wait Staff Training 10316119

1.00 credits

Culinary Arts

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	12/08/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Dec 8 – Dec 16 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 01:30 PM E110 - Culinary Lab Wausau - E Building Travis Teska	View Rates