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Post Secondary

Children's Literature 10801233

  • 3.00 credits
  • Communications
  • $530.10
  • 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
    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
    Patricia Smith
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Cisco 1 - Network Communications 1 10150185

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $536.10
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding basic networking, including: introduction to the OSI and TCP/IP models; gain familiarity with the various network devices and network addressing schemes; and discover the types of media used to carry data across the network. By the end of this course, the learner will be able to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches and implement IP addressing schemes.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    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 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    09:00 AM - 10:50 AM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Ken Hallas
    $536.10
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Cisco 2 - Network Communications 2 10150186

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $536.10
  • Examines switching, routing, and wireless essentials including the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in small networks. Learners analyze wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. Learners apply configuration and troubleshooting techniques on routers and switches for advanced functionality using security best practices. Learners resolve common issues with protocols in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $536.10
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Cisco 3 - Network Communications 3 10150187

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $536.10
  • Examines the architecture, components, operations, and security for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) technologies. Learners will configure, troubleshoot, and secure enterprise network devices and understand how application programming interfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation. Learners will configure and troubleshoot OSPFv2, ACLs, NAT, and QoS on IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/21/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 21 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Cloud Architecting 10150509

  • 2.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $357.40
  • Examines how to architect secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions that support organizational goals. Learners apply architectural frameworks and best practices to build resilient, efficient, and cost-effective environments.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $357.40
    Post Secondary

    Cloud Foundations 10150508

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $180.70
  • Examines the fundamental principles of cloud computing. Learners explore core services, deployment models, networking, storage, security, and cost management. The focus is on understanding the shared responsibility model and how cloud technologies support business and technical goals.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $180.70
    Post Secondary

    Command-Line Scripting 10150503

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $180.70
  • Prepares learners to be thorough, consistent, and efficient in their work as a Windows System Administrator by providing them with the foundational elements of Windows PowerShell and PowerShell scripting. Learners explore the use of the essential PowerShell commands and techniques needed to be productive within Windows PowerShell.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $180.70
    Post Secondary

    Creative Writing 10801227

  • 3.00 credits
  • Communications
  • $530.10
  • 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
    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
    Catherine Houser
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    English Composition I 10801136

  • 3.00 credits
  • Communications
  • $530.10
  • 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.

    4 Course Sections
    4 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Patricia Smith
    $530.10
    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Patricia Smith
    $530.10
    #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
    A236 - Computer Lab - A Building
    Patricia Smith
    $530.10
    #04 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Patricia Smith
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Enterprise Virtual Servers 10150181

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $536.10
  • Examines the process and procedures for in a virtual environment, including installation, deployment, and managing virtual environments, vm components and vm resources.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 14
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Ken Hallas
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Introduction to Mass Communication 10801141

  • 3.00 credits
  • Communications
  • $530.10
  • 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.

    1 Course Section
    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
    Paul Svetlik
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Linux Essentials 10150122

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $536.10
  • Introduces the fundamentals of Linux and prepares students for the Linux Professional Institute Linux Essentials Certificate. Students will explore open-source software concepts, Linux system components, and essential command-line skills. Topics include file management, system security, user and group permissions, backups and archives, and basic shell scripting for automation.

    1 Course Section
    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 Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Network Capstone 10150506

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $536.10
  • Implement and optimize a network infrastructure integrating multiple operating systems, hardware platforms, and network devices. Learners apply project management principles, enhance network security and services, and utilize troubleshooting methodologies to ensure optimal performance. This capstone allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge gained throughout the IT Network and Systems Administration program.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/21/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 21 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Network Security 10150124

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $536.10
  • Develops the skills necessary to design and support a security system for an Intranet/Internet installation. Learners will secure network devices, integrate firewall technologies, implement intrusion prevention and secure network connections through virtual private networks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A105 - IT Computer Lab - A Building
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Oral/Interpersonal Comm 10801196

  • 3.00 credits
  • Communications
  • $530.10
  • 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.

    9 Course Sections
    9 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 16
    Tuesday
    03:00 PM - 05:50 PM
    A223 - Classroom - A Building
    $530.10
    #03 Fall
    Waitlist
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Becky Hoffman
    $530.10
    #04 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Becky Hoffman
    $530.10
    #05 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Becky Hoffman
    $530.10
    #06 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Becky Hoffman
    $530.10
    #07 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Catherine Houser
    $530.10
    #08 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Catherine Houser
    $530.10
    #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 - 11:50 AM
    A213 - Classroom - A Building
    Becky Hoffman
    $530.10
    #09 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Principles of Information Security 10150114

  • 2.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $357.40
  • Discover the various technical and administrative aspects of information security and assurance. This course provides the foundation for understanding the key issues associated with protecting information assets, determining the levels of protection and response to security incidents and designing a consistent, reasonable information security system, with appropriate intrusion detection and reporting features.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    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 Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $357.40
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $357.40
    Post Secondary

    Speech 10801198

  • 3.00 credits
  • Communications
  • $530.10
  • 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
    3 Course Sections
    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
    12:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    A223 - Classroom - A Building
    Becky Hoffman
    $530.10
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Becky Hoffman
    $530.10
    #03 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Becky Hoffman
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Technical Reporting 10801197

  • 3.00 credits
  • Communications
  • $530.10
  • 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
    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
    Patricia Smith
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Windows Server 1 10150121

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Network Specialist
  • $536.10
  • Provides the student with a thorough grounding in Windows® Server®. Once the student completes the competencies for this class, they will be able to install, configure and administer a Microsoft® Windows® Server operating system. This course will place the student on the correct track in becoming a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA).

    1 Course Section
    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 Milestone Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $536.10
    Post Secondary

    Written Communication 10801195

  • 3.00 credits
  • Communications
  • $530.10
  • 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.

    10 Course Sections
    10 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 14
    Monday, Wednesday
    12:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    A211 - Classroom - A Building
    $530.10
    #04 Fall
    Waitlist
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Catherine Houser
    $530.10
    #05 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Catherine Houser
    $530.10
    #06 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Patricia Smith
    $530.10
    #07 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    Patricia Smith
    $530.10
    #08 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    $530.10
    #09 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    $530.10
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    11:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    A232 - Computer Lab - A Building
    $530.10
    #03 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    Friday
    12:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    A232 - Computer Lab - A Building
    $530.10
    #10 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    10/24/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Oct 19 – Dec 16
    -
    Online
    $530.10

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