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Agriculture Equipment Safety 10093103

2.00 credits

Crop And Soil

Explore the work environment of an agriculture equipment technician. Learners will practice safe use of basic hand and power tools. Additionally, learners will cover various types of equipment safe operation in both a shop and farm environment. Learners will complete an agriculture equipment driving examination.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 04:20 PM AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	View Rates
#02 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 04:20 PM AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	View Rates

Basic SWAT Training 47504516

1.00 credits

Criminal Justice

$450.00

This comprehensive training provides an introduction to tactical skills. Students will be introduced to basic SWAT topics, tactics and techniques including a historical overview of SWAT, team organization and structure, resolution of barricaded suspect situations, covert individual and team movement, searches and room clearing, chemical agents, less-lethal options, warrant service and multiple field training exercises. This is a hands-on course in which students practice tactics and techniques in the field as well as in the classroom.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Spring	Open	05/04/2026 – 05/08/2026	05/01/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence	May 4 – May 8 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM PSTSR110 - PSCOE Merrill Shooting Range - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence WTPD Contracts May 4 – May 8 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM PSTSR106 - Shooting Range Clsrm Merrill - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence WTPD Contracts	$450.00

Biennial Vehicle Pursuit Training 47504463

0.10 credits

Criminal Justice

$35.00

Classroom session will include areas of pursuit liability; understanding current policy and training standards on vehicle pursuits; identifying tactics used during pursuits and where they fall in the intervention options and also a number of case law resulting from vehicle pursuits. The course satisfies the Law Enforcement Standards Board approved curriculum for the Pursuit Driving and Emergency Response.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Summer	Open	06/08/2026	06/05/2026	In-Person	Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence	Jun 8 Monday 08:00 AM - 12:30 PM PS200 - CTAC Building Merrill Pub Safety - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence Mark Wagers Jun 8 Monday 08:00 AM - 12:30 PM PS220 - EVOC - Merrill Public Safety Center of Excellence Mark Wagers	$35.00

Careers And The Criminal Justice System 10504151

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Analyzes the primary functions of federal, state and local law enforcement and corrections agencies. Learners prepare for employment in public and private sectors.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Communication For Law Enforcement Professionals 10504175

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Apply communication techniques and present a professional image.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A239 - Classroom - A Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Criminal Investigation 10504180

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Prepares the learner to recognize, process and preserve physical evidence with emphasis on domestic abuse, sexual assault and crimes against life. Includes a three hour lab in which students develop investigative skills and apply them in various scenarios.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM D159 - CJ Lab Wausau - D Building Eric Soberg Aug 24 – Dec 16 Monday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Criminal Justice Portfolio 10504148

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Upon completion of this class, learners will have a portfolio to use in the job search process. Learners will be required to supply previous work or current in-progress work for critique and adjustment, will examine the job search process, interview skills and work ethics.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM F207 - Classroom - F Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Criminal Legal System 10504176

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Utilizes Wisconsin Statutes to conduct in-depth studies in criminal law. Areas of concentration are crimes against persons, property, morality, decency and governmental functions.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM F207 - Classroom - F Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Current Events In Criminal Justice 10504173

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Explore nine current issues related to law enforcement of today. Learners will be given scenarios that speak to those issues and will be expected to research, reflect and eventually respond to those scenarios in a manner that effectively addresses the issues being explored.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 16 - Online Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Interviews/Interrogations 10504142

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Develops skills in interviewing crime victims, witnesses and suspects. Provides role play experience in interviewing and interrogation techniques for a variety of offenses, including sexual assault, robbery, theft, battery and other types of criminal offenses.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM A228 - Classroom - A Building Eric Soberg Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM A241 - Helping Skills Lab - A Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Introduction To Agronomy 10093101

1.00 credits

Crop And Soil

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. This course will acquaint students with basic agronomy practices and learners will begin the process of managing acres of cropland that will continue throughout the program.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Introduction To Soils 10093102

2.00 credits

Crop And Soil

Examines basic soil and plant relationships. Soil fertility is important in considering the role that the soil plays with regard to the availability of nutrients to plants. Learners will study nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, as well as other macro and micro nutrients. Learners will practice appropriate sampling, analyzing and interpretation of soil sample results. Various soil management practices will be discussed, along with soil physical, chemical and biological properties. The soil profile will be examined.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Juvenile Justice And Jurisdiction 10504186

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Utilizes Wisconsin Statutes to conduct in-depth studies in juvenile law. Areas of concentration are crimes against children, children in need of protection and services, and the juvenile justice code. Analyzes the role of law enforcement and other agencies in responding to and investigating juvenile procedures. Methods and models of prevention and rehabilitation are evaluated.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person Zoom Only	ZOOM	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM ZOOM Eric Soberg	View Rates

Leading Diversity 10504191

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Distinguish conscious from unconscious bias. Guide organizations to a more inclusive model of service. Learners will appraise the ideals of the fourteenth amendment of the United States Constitution.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Patrol Procedures 10504140

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Emphasis on emergency radio communications, suspect identifications and decision making requiring the use of deadly force.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Physical Readiness Test 98LEAFIT

0.00 credits

Criminal Justice

All LE academy candidates and law enforcement recruits must complete and pass the physical readiness test. The test must by completed at a DOJ certified law enforcement academy. This test will meet that standard.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PS015 Spring	Open	05/01/2026	05/01/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	May 1 Friday 11:30 AM - 01:30 PM D150 - DAAT Room Wausau - D Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates
#PS016 Spring	Open	05/13/2026	05/13/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	May 13 Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Police And Your Community 10504182

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Utilize effective communication techniques to build community relationships. Various problem solving methods will be examined as learners participate in scenarios.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Police Ethics 10504101

2.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Explores non-negotiable moral traits inherent in ethical policing. Applies ethical decision-making skills to situations encountered in achieving the police mission.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM F207 - Classroom - F Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Precision Agriculture I: Foundations 10093119

1.00 credits

Crop And Soil

Introduces learners to the fundamental concepts and technologies used in precision agriculture through hands-on, experiential learning. Students explore the role of GPS/GNSS, basic mapping tools, remote sensing imagery, and field data collection in modern crop production. Activities include using GPS devices to collect georeferenced points, interpreting simple agronomic maps, and conducting basic crop scouting observations. Emphasis is placed on understanding how technology improves production efficiency, sustainability, and farm decision-making.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 10/13/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Oct 13 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	View Rates

Precision Agriculture II: Systems and Applications 10093120

2.00 credits

Crop And Soil

Provides an in-depth study of precision agriculture systems, data management tools, and site-specific crop management strategies. Learners examine the operation and accuracy of GPS/GNSS systems, yield monitors, grid and zone soil sampling, remote sensing technologies, and autosteer guidance and implement rate control systems. Students analyze agronomic data, interpret aerial imagery, create management zones, and develop variable-rate prescriptions using precision agriculture software. Hands-on lab work supports skill development in equipment operation, software use, and data interpretation for modern agronomic practices.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/20/2026 – 12/15/2026	10/24/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Oct 20 – Dec 15 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG207 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	View Rates

Principles Of Constitutional Law 10504179

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Explore the foundational principles of constitutional law as they apply to the criminal justice system. Students will examine the structure of the U.S. court system and the development of case law that shapes modern legal practices. The course will focus on the constitutional amendments most relevant to law enforcement, including the 4th, 5th, 6th, and 14th Amendments, and their implications for search and seizure procedures, the use of force, the rules of evidence, and the conduct of interviews and interrogations.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Professional Fitness 10504152

1.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Prepares learners for meeting LESB entry requirements for fitness. Learners will focus on nutrition and mental and physical wellness.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/16/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM D150 - DAAT Room Wausau - D Building Eric Soberg Aug 25 – Dec 16 Wednesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM D150 - DAAT Room Wausau - D Building Eric Soberg	View Rates

Report Documentation 10504178

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Develops a variety of law enforcement reports, utilizing field notes to accurately and fairly convey necessary information for use by investigators, prosecutors and the public.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM D129 - CJ Classroom - D Building Koua Thao	View Rates

Traffic Investigation 10504181

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Investigates traffic crashes to determine cause. Learners utilize traffic incident management and investigative principles to complete investigations and necessary follow up to determine appropriate level of enforcement. Learners prepare documentation including Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Accident Report, Uniform Traffic Citation, photographs and drawings. Learners administer field sobriety tests and interpret indicators of impaired driving.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A236 - Computer Lab - A Building Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Use-of-force 10504192

3.00 credits

Criminal Justice

Diagram a system of physical control options that are safe, effective, and reasonable. Examine existing systems and analyze their ability to limit unnecessary uses of force and minimize the risk of litigation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Matthew Kecker	View Rates

Weed Identification 10093114

1.00 credits

Crop And Soil

Examines weed identification concepts at various plant growth stages. Learners will develop the skills necessary to characterize and identify weeds in agronomic and garden settings. Hands-on activities include creating a weed portfolio using a plant press and identifying weed species in crop fields and gardens.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Summer	Open	06/04/2026 – 07/30/2026	06/09/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jun 4 – Jul 30 Thursday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates