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Post Secondary

Diesel Brake Systems 1 10412119

  • 1.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $206.70
  • Focuses on the air brake system component operation and maintenance for trucks and tractor/trailers. Learners are introduced to the fundamentals of heavy truck air brake systems and camshaft actuated foundation brake components. Students are instructed on proper maintenance inspection techniques for cam actuated air brake systems.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    08/28/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 24 – Aug 28
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $206.70
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Brake Systems 2 10412125

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • Explores drum and disc air operated foundation brakes, as well as heavy-duty hydraulic brakes. Provides the opportunity for learners to test and troubleshoot the entire air and hydraulic brake systems. Introduces learners to ABS systems found in trucks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/31/2026 –
    09/18/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 31 – Sep 18
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Brake Systems 3 10412131

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • Focuses on the mechanical and electronic controls of air brake systems, including the operation and troubleshooting of ABS and Stability Control systems for trucks and tractor/trailers. Instruction expands to include the principles, operation, and service of automatic and automated transmission systems and their integration with other systems. Learners will apply diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques while interpreting compressed air, hydraulic, and electrical schematics related to braking and transmission systems.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/11/2026 –
    12/08/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Nov 11 – Dec 8
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Electrical Systems 1 10412118

  • 1.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $206.70
  • Analyzes the fundamentals of electricity and electrical safety. Explores Ohm’s Law, use of a digital multimeter, wiring and components.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/10/2026 –
    11/16/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Nov 10 – Nov 16
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $206.70
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Electrical Systems 2 10412123

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • Expands on the principles of basic electricity and application. Wiring diagram interpretation and utilization are introduced and practiced. Learners will also begin to apply their knowledge on the battery and starting systems.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/17/2026 –
    12/10/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Nov 17 – Dec 10
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Electrical Systems 4 10412130

  • 3.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $620.10
  • Expands on heavy-duty electronic controls with a focus on practical lab activities and applied diagnostics. Learners will develop advanced skills in vehicle communication networks, data links, and diagnostic protocols used in both conventional and electric vehicle (EV) systems. Instruction includes EV safety procedures, high-voltage component identification, and system integration concepts. Emphasis is placed on real-world troubleshooting, fault code retrieval, and safe repair practices for electronically controlled and electric vehicle systems.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/12/2026 –
    11/10/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Oct 12 – Oct 23
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    Oct 26 – Oct 30
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    Nov 2 – Nov 10
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $620.10
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Emission Systems 10412113

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • Instructs learners on the latest technologies employed in heavy diesel emission reduction systems. Covers diesel emission regulations, emission reduction theory, diesel emission contributions to air quality and ethics pertaining to diesel emission system repairs. Learners will troubleshoot and repair exhaust gas recirculation systems, diesel particulate containment systems and Tier 4 exhaust aftertreatment technologies.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/21/2026 –
    10/09/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Sep 21 – Oct 9
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Engines 3 10412132

  • 3.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $620.10
  • Builds on theory and operation principles learned in Diesel Engines 2. Examines in detail an engine's lubricating and cooling systems, as well as its internal rotating assembly. Through lab and lecture we perform diesel engine disassembly, inspection, parts evaluation and reassembly.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    09/18/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Aug 24 – Sep 18
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $620.10
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Preventative Maintenance 1 10412120

  • 1.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $206.70
  • Discusses the importance of vehicle maintenance and inspections on commercial motor vehicles. Also introduces the techniques for performing proper maintenance and inspections.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/15/2026 –
    10/21/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Oct 15 – Oct 21
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $206.70
    Post Secondary

    Diesel Preventative Maintenance 2 10412127

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • Focuses on the DOT's criteria for performing annual inspections. Also covers record-keeping requirements, liability concerns, and offers the opportunity to earn an annual inspection certificate upon successful completion of the test.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/22/2026 –
    11/09/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Oct 22 – Nov 9
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Andrew Borski
    $413.40
    Post Secondary

    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.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    Post Secondary

    Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 1 10412126

  • 1.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $206.70
  • Introduces fastener identification and torque as it relates to equipment repairs. In the lab setting, proper torque techniques and concerns are discussed and practiced.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/21/2026 –
    09/25/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Sep 21 – Sep 25
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $206.70
    Post Secondary

    Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 2 10412124

  • 2.00 credits
  • Combustion Engines
  • $413.40
  • Explores the operation, maintenance and overhaul of various heavy-duty steering and suspension systems. Wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair will be examined.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/28/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
    Sep 28 – Oct 14
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
    James Eckardt
    $413.40
    Continuing Education

    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.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    Continuing Education

    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.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    Post Secondary

    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.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    Post Secondary

    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.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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

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