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Basic Rider Course 42816401

0.30 credits

Motorcycle

$204.44

This Basic Motorcycle Rider course consists of classroom and range instruction designed for beginning riders and was developed by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). The Basic Rider Course covers preparing to ride, turning, shifting and braking, street strategies, special situations, increasing riding skills, maintenance and insurance. Instructors are certified by the MSF and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). It is taught off-street, out of traffic, and motorcycles and helmets are provided. In addition there is a 5 hour ECourse that must be completed within 30 days prior to class(fees for ECourse are included in the overall class price).

7 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD003 Summer	Waitlist	06/23/2025 – 06/26/2025	06/16/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jun 23 – Jun 26 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building Jean Logan Jun 23 – Jun 26 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM Lot A - Wausau Main Campus Jean Logan	$204.44
#PD004 Summer	Waitlist	07/12/2025 – 07/13/2025	07/01/2025	In-Person	Spencer Off Campus	Jul 12 – Jul 13 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM SPENCERHS - Spencer High School - Spencer Off Campus Scott Anderson	$204.44
#PD005 Summer	Waitlist	07/19/2025 – 07/20/2025	07/08/2025	In-Person	Spencer Off Campus	Jul 19 – Jul 20 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM SPENCERHS - Spencer High School - Spencer Off Campus Scott Anderson	$204.44
#PD006 Fall	Waitlist	08/02/2025 – 08/03/2025	07/22/2025	In-Person	Medford Campus	Aug 2 – Aug 3 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM M125A - Classroom - Medford Campus Andrew Neidner Aug 2 – Aug 3 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM MEDFORDPK - Medford Campus Parking Lot - Medford Campus Andrew Neidner	$204.44
#PD008 Fall	Waitlist	08/16/2025 – 08/17/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 16 – Aug 17 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building Aug 16 – Aug 17 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM Lot A - Wausau Main Campus	$204.44
#PD009 Fall	Open	09/06/2025 – 09/07/2025	08/26/2025	In-Person	Medford Campus	Sep 6 – Sep 7 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM M125A - Classroom - Medford Campus Andrew Neidner Sep 6 – Sep 7 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM MEDFORDPK - Medford Campus Parking Lot - Medford Campus Andrew Neidner	$204.44
#PD010 Fall	Open	09/20/2025 – 09/21/2025	09/09/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 20 – Sep 21 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building Robert Milton Sep 20 – Sep 21 Sunday, Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM Lot A - Wausau Main Campus Robert Milton	$204.44

Basic Rider Course 2 42816402

0.20 credits

Motorcycle

$115.43

This Basic Motorcycle Rider 2 course consists of classroom and range instruction designed for riders with their Wisconsin Motorcycle Instruction Permit who are either returning to riding or are seeking a refresher course to practice and/or seeking their motorcycle license or endorsement (already licensed or endorsed riders may also participate). Any person over the age of 16 may enroll in this course. The student must already possess basic riding skills such as starting out, stopping, and turning. Students must bring their own 2 wheel motorcycle which may be a manual or automatic. Students must provide proof of registration and insurance for the motorcycle they will be using. In addition there is a 4 hour ECourse that must be completed within 30 days prior to class(fees for ECourse are included in the overall class price) The in-person portion consists of eight range exercises, including a screening exercise to verify participants have sufficient skill to continue. This course may also be used to waive the road test when applying for the Wisconsin Motorcycle license, as long as the student also completes the E-Course.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD002 Summer	Open	07/26/2025	07/15/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jul 26 Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building Robert Milton Jul 26 Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM Lot A - Wausau Main Campus Robert Milton	$115.43
#PD003 Fall	Open	09/06/2025	08/26/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 6 Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building Robert Milton Sep 6 Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM Lot A - Wausau Main Campus Robert Milton	$115.43

Creative Writing 10801227

3.00 credits

Communications

Introduces students to the creative writing process in order to produce original poetry and prose using formal elements and literary aesthetics. Students will read and analyze creative works to better understand the genres they will be writing in. Students will collaborate with their classmates during the writing process through writer’s workshops in order to learn the importance of peer review and editing. Students will select one of their works to polish and prepare for publication.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates

Speech 10801198

3.00 credits

Communications

Explores the fundamentals of effective oral presentation to small and large groups. Topic selection, audience analysis, methods of organization, research, supporting evidence, delivery techniques, active listening, and other essential elements of speaking successfully, form the basis of the course. Includes informative, persuasive, and occasion speech presentations. Audience requirements to be determined by individual colleges.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM A223 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#02 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates

Children's Literature 10801233

3.00 credits

Communications

Introduces learners to the forms, functions, and merits of children’s literature through the evaluation of both classic and contemporary texts. Learners will read works for a variety of age levels and undertake a variety of learning activities and projects to explore historical and cultural contexts for, and influences upon, children’s literature; gain an understanding of the various genres; and, develop an appreciation of the impact of art and illustration as storytelling tools.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates

Oral/interpersonal Communication 10801196

3.00 credits

Communications

Focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication. Keywords: Oral, Oral Comm, Comm, Speech

10 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 17 Tuesday 03:00 PM - 05:50 PM A223 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#03 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Paul Svetlik	View Rates
#04 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#05 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#06 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#07 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates
#08 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates
#09 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#02 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A223 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#10 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates

Written Communication 10801195

3.00 credits

Communications

Develops writing skills which include prewriting, drafting, revising and editing. A variety of writing assignments are designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Also develops critical reading and thinking skills through the analysis of a variety of written documents. Keywords: Written Comm, Comm, Writing

11 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 15 Monday, Wednesday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM A211 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#04 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates
#05 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates
#06 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates
#07 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates
#08 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#09 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#12AYW Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 Tuesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM A239 - Computer Lab - A Building	View Rates
#03AYW Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 Friday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM A232 - Computer Lab - A Building	View Rates
#10 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#11 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates

Intro To Mass Communication 10801141

3.00 credits

Communications

Explores communication in media and media literacy by providing insight into the important issues that confront students as consumers and purveyors of mass media within the workforce and in society. The mass media revolution, including media technologies, the evolution of media content and platforms, including new media, the impact of media communications on business and society as a whole, media bias, and media law and ethics from the basis of the course. Keywords: Mass Comm, Intro to Mass, Intro to Comm

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates

Technical Reporting 10801197

3.00 credits

Communications

Prepare and present written, oral, and visual communication products, including but not limited to instructions, proposals, informal and formal reports. Produce clear, usable communication by incorporating information design principles, arranging content to satisfy diverse audience needs, and presenting visuals for various contexts. Designed to develop collaborative communication practices, information literacy skills, and ethically responsible professional communication strategies.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates

English Composition 2 10801155

3.00 credits

Communications

Analyzing and applying argumentation strategies are the primary skills developed in English Composition 2. Learners will conduct reading and writing synthesis techniques to strengthen high-level research, critical thinking and composition skills. Learners will use credible primary and secondary sources to write arguments using an appropriate format based on the audience and the writing task’s purpose. Keywords: English 2, Comp 2, English Comp 2

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates

English Composition 1 10801136

3.00 credits

Communications

Learners develop and apply skills in all aspects of the writing process. Through a variety of learning activities and written documents, learners employ rhetorical strategies, plan, organize and revise content, apply critical reading strategies, locate and evaluate information, integrate and document sources, and apply standardized English language conventions.Keywords:English Comp, Comp 1, E Com, English 1, English

4 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM A236 - Computer Lab - A Building Patricia Smith	View Rates
#04 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates