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Introduction To The Horticulture Industry 31001100

1.00 credits

Horticulture

Explores the scope of the horticulture sector, including career opportunities. Familiarizes learners with the Agriculture Center of Excellence and standard operating procedures. Learners will begin to develop a strategic college plan. Learners will be exposed to the various opportunities available throughout their program of study.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02T Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 05/31/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 5 – May 31 - MERRILL HS - Merrill High School - Wausau Off Campus Holly Hartwig	View Rates
#03T Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 05/22/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 5 – May 22 - WAUSWEST - Wausau West High School - Wausau Off Campus Michelle Heeg	$185.04
#01 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$185.04

Architectural Design 2 10614103

3.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$521.37

Examines topics including: sustainable, efficient and universal design practices, architectural styles and elements of design, private site/plot development, sketching application and 3D modeling/visualization, state building code and local zoning adherence, as well as advanced roof, stairway, joist and beam design/layout. Develops learners' ability to design and create construction drawings for a two-story residence including: plans, sections, elevation and visualization models (2D AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Chief Architect utilized).

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 20 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM F212 - Classroom/Computer Lab - F Building Travis Severson Jan 26 – May 20 Monday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM F212 - Classroom/Computer Lab - F Building Travis Severson	$521.37

Construction Estimating 1 10614110

3.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$521.37

Applies the quantity survey and quantity take-off methods of residential estimating through the interpretation of plans, specification of materials, material pricing and projection, use of checklists, estimating forms and Excel worksheets.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 21 Thursday 03:00 PM - 05:30 PM F202 - Computer Lab - F Building Thomas Grund Jan 26 – May 21 Monday 03:00 PM - 05:30 PM F212 - Classroom/Computer Lab - F Building Thomas Grund	$521.37

Container Gardening 31001101

1.00 credits

Horticulture

$185.04

Choosing the right plants, selecting the containers and tools, and caring for the plants throughout the growing season is covered. Small space container gardens can provide a bounty of food in a very small space.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 03:00 PM - 04:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$185.04

Plant Science Basics 10001104

3.00 credits

Horticulture

$555.12

Examines plant morphology, growth and development, and plant lifecycles and reproduction. This course analyzes the effects of external and environmental factors on plant growth and productivity. Laboratory activities include examining and identifying plant cells and plant structures using microscopes, plant models and live plants. Plant structures and their functions are discussed in relevance to production practices. Learners will conduct a plant-based research project using the Scientific Method. Plant taxonomy is covered in this course, and learners will gain the necessary skills to identify important garden, specialty, and agronomic crops in Wisconsin.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 26 – May 19 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank Jan 26 – May 19 Monday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$555.12

Specifications And Commercial Project Management 10614190

2.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$347.58

Strengthens learners’ knowledge and skills necessary to effectively coordinate managerial and technical aspects of commercial construction projects through commercial print reading, permitting, construction documentation, means and methods of commercial construction, and project supervision. Upon graduation learners will possess skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and communication, as well as technical and conceptual application of commercial project administration, contracts, scheduling, finance, and safety.

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 F211 - Classroom - F Building Barbara Burnette	$347.58

Construction Estimating 2 10614112

3.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$521.37

Strengthens the learners' understanding of the procedures employed in estimating construction materials and labor costs for new and remodeling construction systems pertaining to application, sizing, plan layout and code application. Learners analyze and interpret plans and specifications, explore the use of estimating tables, and develop material lists utilizing estimating software.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 21 Thursday, Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM F212 - Classroom/Computer Lab - F Building Travis Severson	$521.37

Sketchup For Architectural Design 10614129

2.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$347.58

Explores Trimble's SketchUp as a design and visualization tool. Develops learners' skills in creating realistic computer models that can be used to create full color renderings, animations, exported/imported AutoCAD files for construction drawings and Layout as a construction documentation tool.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 03/19/2026	01/31/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – Mar 19 Thursday, Tuesday 08:30 AM - 11:50 AM F212 - Classroom/Computer Lab - F Building Travis Severson	$347.58

Surveying For Architectural Design 10614132

2.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$347.58

Introduces learners to the fundamentals of operation in optical and laser transits required for residential and small commercial design. Coverage of topics include types of surveying instruments and their use in measuring angles, difference of elevation, contour maps, building layout and development of plot plans. Format and content of legal descriptions of land parcels are also covered.

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 02:00 PM - 04:50 PM F211 - Classroom - F Building Michael Kowal	$347.58

Architectural Design 4 10614108

3.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$521.37

Introduces the learner to the creation of drawings and documents used to specify and build light commercial buildings. Topics covered include the commercial building code, cost estimating, the preparation of working drawings, specifications and other documents used to bid, construct and obtain plan approval for light commercial buildings.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/28/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 28 – May 21 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM F202 - Computer Lab - F Building James Stenze Jan 28 – May 21 Thursday 09:30 AM - 11:50 AM F202 - Computer Lab - F Building James Stenze	$521.37

Merchandising Produce Applications 31001116

2.00 credits

Horticulture

$370.08

Examine entrepreneurship applications of operating a market garden. Learners will simulate a small market garden business as they determine inventory, storage, sales, pricing, profit, and loss for their business. Business exploration will include farmers' market stands, community-supported agriculture (CSA) operations, and roadside stands. Customer buying decisions, sales techniques, and visual merchandising produce concepts are covered in this course.

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	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$370.08

Revit Commercial For Architectural Design 10614189

2.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$347.58

Strengthens the learners skill set in Building Information Modeling (BIM) by using the latest version of Autodesk's Revit. Learners enhance their BIM skills by developing light commercial construction documents through tutorials and exercises. Learners will also be introduced to family content creation and structural REVIT tools.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Spring	Open	01/28/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM F212 - Classroom/Computer Lab - F Building Travis Severson	$347.58

Greenhouse Production 31001115

2.00 credits

Horticulture

$370.08

Builds on the content in Greenhouse Operation and Design by providing the learners additional hands-on experience managing a greenhouse structure on a year-round basis. Greenhouse coverings, environmental controls, and monitoring equipment will be covered throughout this course. Learners will actively participate in the operation of a greenhouse and hoop house as they determine methods of monitoring temperature, ventilation, and plant growth.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	$370.08

Design & Presentation Techniques 1 10614119

2.00 credits

Architectural Technology

$347.58

Explores the theory of design and its application in the world of architecture. Focuses learners’ skills of creating and thinking within the architectural field. Examines critical elements of design theory, sketching application, and space planning. Develops skills in visualization, modeling, presentation drawings, floor plans and exterior compositions. Prepares learners to be able to discuss projects in architectural terms with appropriate professional vocabulary.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/24/2026 – 05/21/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 24 – May 21 Thursday, Tuesday 08:30 AM - 11:50 AM F212 - Classroom/Computer Lab - F Building Travis Severson	$347.58