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Audio For Video And Animation 10206151

  • 2.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $337.58
  • Explores the equipment, software and techniques for the successful production and post-production of audio for video and animation projects. Learners will create original audio documents, capturing sound with professional microphones and manipulating those sounds with professional audio editing and mixing software. Learners will learn techniques for capturing sound in studio and on-location settings, syncing sound to picture, using sound effects, creating original foley sounds, dubbing voices and narration, exporting to various audio formats, mixing music, effects, backgrounds and dialogue to create professional audio documents.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Jordan Innes
    $337.58
    #02 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/18/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 26 – May 18
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $337.58
    Post Secondary

    Business Continuity 10151110

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Introduces learners to the proper execution of Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery. It is the payoff for cost-effective buying of spare machines and servers, performing backups and bringing them off-site, assigning responsibility, performing drills, educating employees and being vigilant. Upon completion of this material, the learner will be able to: list the elements of Business Continuity (BC), identify who should be included in the BC team, describe the methodology used to construct the Business Continuity Policy and Plan.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Cryptography 10151107

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Cryptography technologies including: use of Cryptography technology, symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, hashing, and digital signatures. Learner will gain familiarity with the Cryptography technologies as related to Authentication, Integrity, Confidentiality and Non-Repudiation.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Firewall 10151106

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Firewall technologies including: most common firewall types, use of host-based software firewall technology and network hardware firewall technology. Learner will gain familiarity with firewall technologies as related to software and hardware layered approach as well as firewall rules, understanding network protocols related to firewall technology, and vendor/firewall selection.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Incident Response 10151111

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines cyber security incidents and response. Learners examine how to react toan incident by exploring its impact and using forensics to investigate the incident.Learners explore proper communication and incident response procedures. Learnersanalyze common cyber incident symptoms.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Intrusion Detection Systems 10151108

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Intrusion Detection System technologies. the What, Why and Who of IDS is explored, including the features of an IDS verses an IPS. The importance of IDS, IDS technologies, and Packet Capture and Protocols are covered. Learners will analyze and capture network traffic through the use of sniffer tools and programs. Learners capture, view, and analyze network traffic in an attempt to monitor and secure the network. By the end of this course, the learner will have analyzed, applied, and evaluated IDS terminology, technologies, and protocols to secure Network traffic.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Monitoring And Logging 10151109

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines the monitoring and logging concepts for the security of IT systems and networks. Learners examine security log management challenges, components, guidelines, and operations. Learners examine security audit policy and critical log review concepts.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Motion Graphics 10206158

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $503.87
  • Explores professional visual effects software for the effective completion of professional post-production design applications. Learners will work on motion graphic projects, designing original vector based animations, navigating layers, and exploring key-frames in the creation of original animation projects.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/28/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 28 – May 20
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Portfolio Preparation For Video Production 10206159

  • 2.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $340.08
  • Develops a professional portfolio of video work for use in job search and acquisition. Learners create video reels, online portfolios and content for job search, and personal and professional marketing. Learners examine job search processes, produce a CV or Resume, develop interview skills, understand avenues for project funding, navigate film festival protocol and investigate video industry work ethics and standards.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/27/2026 –
    05/19/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 27 – May 19
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    $340.08
    Post Secondary

    Python For Cybersecurity 10151117

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $195.95
  • Explore how attackers infiltrate a system to gather information and data. This course will explore how Python and Python scripts can be used to detect these attacks, and gain knowledge on how to write and use Python scripts to secure systems against cyberattacks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $195.95
    Post Secondary

    Secure Design 10151114

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Explore Secure Design using both standard networked devices and hardware that are designed specifically for security. Learner applies a layered security approach, which can significantly improve security. If only one defense mechanism is in place, an attacker has to circumvent only a single defense. A network with layered security makes it more difficult for an attacker because the attacker must have the tools, knowledge, and skills to break through the various layers. A layered approach also can be useful in resisting a variety of types of attacks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Security Capstone 10151115

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $503.87
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding cyber security investigation and analysis including; vulnerability exploits, malware analysis; and hardening of systems to protect against exploitation. Learners will investigate a compromised system and learn to analysis systems to find malicious indicators. By the end of this course, the learner will be able to detect the key areas where an exploitation may reside and use various Windows built-in tools as well as 3rd party tools to detect malicious activity.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Security Policy 10151112

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examine a thorough grounding in information security policies used to design structure in the workplace. Develop policy that explains the will of the organization’s management in controlling the behavior of its employees with regard to the appropriate and secure use of its information and information resources. Policy is designed to create a productive and effective work environment, free from unnecessary distractions and inappropriate actions.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Security+ 1 10151103

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $392.83
  • Introduces the learner to security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing,mitigating and responding to security incidents. In Security+1, students will examine network security, threats and vulnerabilities, and examine tools for securing systems and troubleshooting problems. Common security issues and mobile security risks will be discussed. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/04/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 4
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $392.83
    Post Secondary

    Security+ 2 10151104

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines the architectures of security, securing mobile and web applications, cloud and virtualization issues, and account and access control processes. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification. Further introduces security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing, mitigating and responding to security incidents.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/09/2026 –
    04/15/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Mar 9 – Apr 15
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Security+ 3 10151105

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines risk and the standard procedures for security, data security, cryptography, and Public Key Infrastructure and processes for mitigation. Building upon security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing, mitigating and responding to security incidents. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    04/20/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Apr 20 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Short Narrative Production 10206163

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $510.12
  • Develops narrative video production techniques through hands on application of camera, lighting and audio equipment and video editing software. Learners will develop original short narrative projects, cast and work with actors, work in teams to produce short narrative content and edit this content into a completed fiction film.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Jila Nikpay
    $510.12
    #02 Spring
    Open
    01/27/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 27 – May 20
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Jan 27 – May 20
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Jan 27 – May 20
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Jan 27 – May 20
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    $510.12
    Post Secondary

    Video Editing 10206153

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $503.87
  • Develops the vocabulary and techniques necessary for editing raw video footage into finished video documents. Learners will have the opportunity to develop non-linear editing techniques through hands-on project applications using professional post-production software. Learners will examine the technical and conceptual tools necessary to organize editing projects, manipulate raw footage and graphic elements and assemble them into narrative sequences. Through the Video Editing course, learners will develop the temporal concepts and NLE vocabulary necessary for completing video and animation products.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Jordan Innes
    $503.87
    #02 Spring
    Open
    01/29/2026 –
    05/21/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 29 – May 21
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Video Production Workshop 10206157

  • 4.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $680.16
  • Applies video pre-production, production and post-production skills in the creation of a unique, client-approved video from concept to completion. Learners will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, work in a variety of crew positions and practice effective communication skills as they create short narrative, documentary, educational and commercial video products that will be included in their portfolios.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/21/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 26 – May 21
    Thursday, Monday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    Jan 26 – May 21
    Thursday, Monday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $680.16
    Post Secondary

    VPN 10151116

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Virtual Private Networks technologies including: history of VPNs, use of VPN technology, types and different platforms of VPNs; VPN configuration and security. Learner will gain familiarity with the protocols used in a virtual private network; and will configure a site to branch VPN. By the end of this course, the learner will have analyzed, applied, and evaluated various VPN technologies and the protocols to secure a Virtual Private Network.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29

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