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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

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

Surgical Technology Clinical 3 10512135

3.00 credits

Surgical Technician

$543.87

Further experience in a clinical setting allows the student to continue to improve technical skills while accepting more responsibilities during surgical procedures.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 26 – Mar 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:30 AM - 01:00 PM Wausau Off Campus Tyler Mann	$543.87

Surgical Pharmacology 10512129

2.00 credits

Surgical Technician

$337.58

Basic study of drug classifications, care, and handling of drugs and solutions, application of mathematical principles in dosage calculations, terminology related to pharmacology, anesthesia, and drugs used in surgery.

1 Course Section

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 Tyler Mann	$337.58

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

Fundamentals Of Central Service 10512150

3.00 credits

Surgical Technician

$543.87

Introduces the learner to the knowledge and skills required of an entry level central service technician. Cleaning, decontamination, packaging, sterilization of instrumentation and equipment, as well as methods of process monitoring will be emphasized. Learners will also review medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and microbiology as it applies to Central Service. This course includes both lecture and lab experiences.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/28/2026 – 03/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 28 – Mar 18 Wednesday 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM 3021 - Sterilization Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Renee Wheeler Jan 28 – Mar 18 Wednesday 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM 3045 - Mock Surgical Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Renee Wheeler Jan 28 – Mar 18 Wednesday 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM 3049 - Open Surgical Suite - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Renee Wheeler	$543.87

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

Surgical Tech Fundamentals 2 10512128

4.00 credits

Surgical Technician

$725.16

Focuses on enhancing surgical technology skills while functioning as a sterile team member. Lab is included.

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	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM 3049 - Open Surgical Suite - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM 3045 - Mock Surgical Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann	$725.16

Surgical Interventions II 10512142

4.00 credits

Surgical Technician

$670.16

Expands knowledge of core and specialty surgical procedures by incorporating pathophysiology, diagnostic interventions, health sciences, and surgical techniques.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/30/2026 – 05/22/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 30 – May 22 Friday 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM 3049 - Open Surgical Suite - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann Jan 30 – May 22 Friday 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM 3045 - Mock Surgical Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tyler Mann	$670.16

Surgical Skills Application 10512130

2.00 credits

Surgical Technician

$362.58

Provides a transition from the academic to the clinical setting. Learners integrate the surgical technologist skills as they apply to various surgical procedures.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/30/2026 – 05/22/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 30 – May 22 Friday 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM Wausau Off Campus Nicole Van Vonderen	$362.58

Surgical Technology Clinical 4 10512136

3.00 credits

Surgical Technician

$543.87

During this clinical course the student will function relatively independently. Serves as a transition from a student perspective to an employee by utilizing advanced skills for an entry level Surgical Technologist.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/21/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Mar 23 – May 21 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:30 AM - 01:00 PM Wausau Off Campus Nicole Van Vonderen	$543.87