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Post Secondary

Advanced Drive Applications 10664108

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Program drive parameters for a drive application. This course will teach students how to create a custom parameter group based upon drive applications. Throughout this course, the instructor will cover a range of topics from establishing communications with a PowerFlex 525 drive via a USB connection and Ethernet/IP network to test parameters of a PowerFlex 525 drive and control a drive in STUDIO 5000.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    09/17/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Sep 17
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:00 PM - 03:20 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Benjamin Effa
    Aug 25 – Sep 17
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:00 PM - 03:20 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Effa
    $202.70
    Continuing Education

    AI Studio: Think, Prompt, Create! 47664125

  • 0.10 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $109.00
  • Discover how generative AI tools and techniques can be used to produce images, music, video, and more. This introductory session explores creative media generation practices that support marketing, education, storytelling, and content development. Participants will gain hands-on experience using AI to create multimedia content, along with practical guidance on prompt strategies and output evaluation across different formats.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD001 Summer
    Open
    06/02/2026
    06/02/2026 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Jun 2
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $109.00
    #PD002 Summer
    Open
    06/02/2026
    06/02/2026 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Jun 2
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $87.00
    Post Secondary

    Application of Investigations 30504502

  • 1.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $190.70
  • Through classroom lecture, on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Phase III topics of the Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework: Ethics II: Moral Reasoning and Professional Conduct, Cultural Competence II, Interrogations, Testifying in Court, Crimes III and Physical Evidence Collection.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/26/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 26 – Dec 15
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:30 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Eric Soberg
    $190.70
    Post Secondary

    Application of Traffic Response 30504507

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $572.10
  • Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab and WI Department of Justice integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Phase III topics from the WI Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework: Traffic Law Enforcement - Core and Radar, Traffic Crash Investigations & Incident Management, Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated (OMVWI), Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST), Hazardous Materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), Incident Command Systems and NIMS, and Report Writing.

    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/26/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 26 – Dec 15
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:30 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Koua Thao
    $572.10
    Post Secondary

    AutoCAD Electrical 10664101

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Introduces fundamentals with NFPA Standards the student will learn how to use many of the powerful electrical drawing creation tools in the AutoCAD Electrical software. Activities include create schematic drawings (ladder logic and point to point), panel drawings, and PLC-I/O circuits using automated commands for symbol insertion, component tagging, wire numbering, and drawing modification. In addition, they are introduced to methods of customizing AutoCAD Electrical symbols, circuits, and databases.

    1 Course Section
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    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    Benjamin Knospe
    $202.70
    Continuing Education

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    Continuing Education

    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
    1 Course Section
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    #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 - CTOC 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
    Continuing Education

    Boosting Workplace Productivity with AI 47664120

  • 0.10 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $87.00
  • This course provides hands-on experience with AI tools to enhance workplace tasks like writing, content summarization, and brainstorming. Participants will learn effective prompting strategies and techniques for refining AI-generated content. Through real-world exercises, learners will develop practical AI skills to improve efficiency and productivity in any professional environments.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #PD004 Spring
    Open
    05/05/2026
    05/05/2026 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    May 5
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $87.00
    #PD006 Spring
    Open
    05/05/2026
    05/05/2026 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    May 5
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Joshua Stutting
    $109.00
    Post Secondary

    Capstone CELL Integration 10664107

  • 4.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $810.80
  • Focuses on integration of a complete automated manufacturing cell. Typical components include programmable controllers, robot, sensors, drives, conveyors, pneumatics, hard automation, control wiring and vision systems. Students plan, wire, program, troubleshoot and develop an automated manufacturing process based on the “product” chosen by the group. All required programming and documentation for the entire automation system is required

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Thursday
    08:00 AM - 08:50 AM
    I105 - Smart Project Factory Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 09:50 AM
    I105 - Smart Project Factory Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 12:20 PM
    I105 - Smart Project Factory Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 12:20 PM
    I105 - Smart Project Factory Lab - I Building
    Benjamin Knospe
    $810.80
    Post Secondary

    Careers And The Criminal Justice System 10504151

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Collaborative Robots And Vision 10664115

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Focuses on the concept of programming and using vision guided robotic systems. Both remote hard mounted vision systems and robot mounted vision systems will be introduced. Learners will learn how to create vision programs and configure the robot to work with the camera system to allow storage and bin picking applications. Both 2D and 3D camera systems will be introduced.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/16/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 16 – Dec 16
    Monday, Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 10:35 AM
    I112 - Classroom - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Nov 16 – Dec 16
    Monday, Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 10:35 AM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Communication For Law Enforcement Professionals 10504175

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • Apply communication techniques and present a professional image.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Criminal Investigation 10504180

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $572.10
  • 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.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #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
    $572.10
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 15
    Monday
    12:00 PM - 01:50 PM
    Wausau Main Campus
    Eric Soberg
    Aug 24 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
    D159 - CJ Lab Wausau - D Building
    Eric Soberg
    $572.10
    Post Secondary

    Criminal Justice Portfolio 10504148

  • 2.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $381.40
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $381.40
    Post Secondary

    Criminal Legal System 10504176

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Current Events In Criminal Justice 10504173

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Matthew Kecker
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Designing A Solution In A Smart Factory 10664114

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Provides the learner the skills necessary to engineer and design a product manufacturing solution using SMART manufacturing equipment, concepts & simulation.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/17/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 17 – Dec 15
    Thursday, Tuesday
    08:30 AM - 11:05 AM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Nov 17 – Dec 15
    Thursday, Tuesday
    08:30 AM - 11:05 AM
    H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Ethernet IP 10664100

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Explore the design and troubleshooting of Ethernet/IP networks. Topics introduce students to integrating Ethernet networking communications, architectures, protocols, and security. Students will learn through hands-on lab activities covering setting up communication systems, networking configurations, and troubleshooting techniques.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    09/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Sep 16
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 02:50 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Aug 24 – Sep 16
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 02:50 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Human Machine Interfacing 10664102

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Explores the fundamentals of Human Machine Interface (HMI) software and hardware. Students will learn about configuring communication with programmable controllers and project settings. Students will create and edit displays, browse tags and/or global objects and connections. Additional topics include trending, data logging, alarms, and animations.

    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    11/11/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Nov 11
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Oct 19 – Nov 11
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Industrial Applications 10664103

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Explores two main topic areas: PLC and HMI machine applications. The learner will demonstrate the ability to learn to program a PLC they have not worked with before as well as an HMI they have not worked with before. The learner will integrate the study of curriculum, technical manuals, help files and previous knowledge to demonstrate their ability to learn new technology. Learner will develop several PLC applications and several HMI applications integrated with the PLC.

    1 Course Section
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    #80 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Industrial Internet Of Things 10664113

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Focuses on the interconnected systems utilized in industrial applications that can proactively communicate improvements in productivity and efficiency. Focus on configuring and Implementing smart sensors, gather configured data from PLC controllers to provide the ability for data collections will be studied. Other topics will include, identifying the correct hardware, installation and wiring, sensor configuration and control.

    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/22/2026 –
    10/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 22 – Oct 15
    Thursday, Tuesday
    08:30 AM - 11:20 AM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Benjamin Effa
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Interviews/Interrogations 10504142

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Introduction To Safety PLC Programming 10664110

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Introduces the concept of setting up and programming various safety devices including GuardMaster Smart sensors, Programmable safety relays and safety PLC’s, The course will focus on how to setup, program and integrate safety components into your automation project.

    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/22/2026 –
    10/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 22 – Oct 15
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    I103 - Smart Factory Flex Lab - I Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Sep 22 – Oct 15
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Juvenile Justice And Jurisdiction 10504186

  • 2.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $355.40
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $355.40
    Post Secondary

    Leading Diversity 10504191

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    Matthew Kecker
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Needs Analysis 10664104

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Introduces the concept of looking at a current outdated automation process or future automation process and understanding how to correctly specify the hardware components that will be used to update the machine or process with today’s automation technology. The concept of creating and writing a project proposal will also be covered.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/16/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 16 – Dec 16
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:35 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Nov 16 – Dec 16
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:35 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Overview of Criminal Justice 30504503

  • 1.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $190.70
  • Through classroom lecture and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following WI Department of Justice 720 Academy Phase I curriculum framework topics: Academy Orientation, Fundamentals of Criminal Justice, Ethics, Cultural Competency, Agency Policy, and Professional Communication.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/10/2026 –
    09/11/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 10 – Sep 11
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:00 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Koua Thao
    $190.70
    Post Secondary

    Overview of Investigations 30504506

  • 2.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $381.40
  • Through classroom lecture, on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework Phase I topics: Constitutional Law I, Crimes I, Interviews, and Report Writing. The DOJ Phase I Written Examination will be administered in this course.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/10/2026 –
    09/11/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 10 – Sep 11
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:00 AM - 07:30 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Koua Thao
    $381.40
    Post Secondary

    Overview of Patrol Response 30504500

  • 2.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $381.40
  • Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following WI Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework Phase I topics: Critical Thinking and Decision-Making, Basic Response (RESPOND), Radio Procedures, Introduction to TraCS, Traffic Law Enforcement I, First Aid, CPR/AED, and Naloxone/Narcan, and Physical Fitness. This course will also include the WI DOJ 720 Academy Integration Exercises.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/10/2026 –
    09/11/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 10 – Sep 11
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:00 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Matthew Kecker
    $381.40
    Post Secondary

    Overview of Tactics 30504510

  • 1.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $190.70
  • Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework Phase I topics: Fundamentals of Firearms, Vehicle Contacts I, Officer Wellness, and DAAT.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/10/2026 –
    09/11/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 10 – Sep 11
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:00 AM - 07:30 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Eric Soberg
    $190.70
    Post Secondary

    Patrol Procedures 10504140

  • 2.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $355.40
  • Emphasis on emergency radio communications, suspect identifications and decision making requiring the use of deadly force.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $355.40
    Post Secondary

    Physical Fitness 30504501

  • 1.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $190.70
  • Through classroom lecture and on-campus lab students will apply Phases I-III Physical Fitness WI Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework program requirements and Officer Wellness Suicide Prevention.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/10/2026 –
    09/11/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 10 – Sep 11
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:00 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Eric Soberg
    $190.70
    Continuing Education

    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.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
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    #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
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    #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
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    #PS017 Summer
    Open
    07/09/2026
    07/09/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jul 9
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    D150 - DAAT Room Wausau - D Building
    Matthew Kecker
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    Post Secondary

    Police And Your Community 10504182

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • Utilize effective communication techniques to build community relationships. Various problem solving methods will be examined as learners participate in scenarios.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Police Ethics 10504101

  • 2.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $355.40
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $355.40
    Post Secondary

    Principles Of Constitutional Law 10504179

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Principles of Emergency Vehicle Response 30504504

  • 2.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $381.40
  • Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Department of Justice 720 Academy Phase II topics: Emergency Vehicle Operation and Control (EVOC) and Vehicle Contacts II.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/14/2026 –
    10/23/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 14 – Oct 23
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:30 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Matthew Kecker
    $381.40
    Post Secondary

    Principles of Investigations 30504508

  • 1.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $190.70
  • Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab, and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Phase II topics of the WI Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework: Constitutional Law II, Physical Evidence Collections, and Crisis Management. The Phase II Written Exam will be given in this course.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/14/2026 –
    10/23/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 14 – Oct 23
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:30 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Eric Soberg
    $190.70
    Post Secondary

    Principles of Tactics 30504509

  • 5.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $953.50
  • Through classroom lecture and on-campus lab and integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Phase II topics from the Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum frameworks including: Professional Communication Skills II, DAAT, Firearms II, Tactical Response, and Tactical Emergency Critical Care For Law Enforcement Officers.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/14/2026 –
    10/23/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 14 – Oct 23
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:30 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Koua Thao
    $953.50
    Post Secondary

    Professional Fitness 10504152

  • 1.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $190.70
  • Prepares learners for meeting LESB entry requirements for fitness. Learners will focus on nutrition and mental and physical wellness.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $190.70
    Post Secondary

    Remote Io For PLC Applications 10664109

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Learn what remote IO is and how to implement a POINT I/O system. The course will cover determining the quantity and type of I/O needed to test your system. This course will also show students how to calculate power requirements and decide whether an expansion power supply will be needed. Students will also add and configure an Ethernet adapter and I/O modules in a Studio 5000 Logix Designer project.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/21/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 21 – Oct 14
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Matt Jacobson
    Sep 21 – Oct 14
    Monday, Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Matt Jacobson
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Report Documentation 10504178

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Scada Systems 1 10664106

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Organize and develop FactoryTalk View Site Edition (SE) applications. This course provides opportunities for learners to organize and develop FactoryTalk View SE applications. During class, learners will have the opportunity to practice the skills used to create/build graphic displays. Learners will learn how to configure alarms and security, trend data, and test their application using FactoryTalk View SE Client. Learners will also work with RSLinx Enterprise communications software

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/20/2026 –
    11/12/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 20 – Nov 12
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    I104A - AME Lab - I Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Oct 20 – Nov 12
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:20 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Scada Systems 2 10664111

  • 1.00 credits
  • Automation Systems Technology
  • $202.70
  • Continuation of SCADA Systems 1, learners will organize and develop FactoryTalk View Site Edition (SE) network/server-based application. Learners will have the opportunity to practice the skills needed to create/build detailed graphic displays, trend charts and data logs. Learners will learn how to configure alarms and set up system security, build data logs, and test their application using FactoryTalk View SE Network Distributed Application.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/17/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 17 – Dec 15
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:05 PM
    H129 - Classroom - H Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    Nov 17 – Dec 15
    Thursday, Tuesday
    12:30 PM - 03:05 PM
    I104B - AME Lab - I Building
    Dustin Van De Weerd
    $202.70
    Post Secondary

    Sensitive Crimes 30504505

  • 2.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $381.40
  • Through classroom lecture, and on-campus lab and WI Department of Justice 720 Academy integration exercises, students will learn and apply skills addressed in the following Department of Justice 720 Academy curriculum framework Phase III topics: Domestics, Juvenile Law, Victims, Sexual Assault, and Child Maltreatment. The DOJ Phase III Written Examination will be administered in this course.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/26/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    10/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 26 – Dec 15
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 07:30 PM
    D128 - CJ Classroom - D Building
    Matthew Kecker
    $381.40
    Post Secondary

    Traffic Investigation 10504181

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $572.10
  • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #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
    $572.10
    Post Secondary

    Use-of-force 10504192

  • 3.00 credits
  • Criminal Justice
  • $530.10
  • 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
    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
    $530.10

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