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Post Secondary

Machine Tool Processes 5 32420111

  • 3.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $645.12
  • Applies machining applications to: work planning, milling machine setups, lathe setups and basic surface grinder setups. This course will teach the learner to machine more complex parts, hold closer tolerances, add skills that can increase efficiency and produce assembled projects.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/06/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    11/06/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Nov 6 – Dec 17
    Monday
    09:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H122 - Trades Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    Nov 6 – Dec 17
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    09:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H110 - Machine Tool Lab - H Building
    Jeff Block
    Nov 6 – Dec 17
    Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H102 - Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    $645.12
    Post Secondary

    Grinding Machines For Machine Trades Apprentice 50420719

  • 0.50 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $100.80
  • This course focuses on the terminology, construction and operations of grinding machines in the metal-working industry. Be aware that in-depth information regarding cutting tools, hardware and hand tools will be addressed in their own courses. Efforts should be made to reference information found in other courses in order to assist the apprentice in the application and assimilation of information. This course instructs apprentices in the use of traditional grinding machines and the attachments and accessories frequently encountered in manufacturing operations that use common grinding processes.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/06/2026 –
    02/17/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 6
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Jan 20
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 3
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 17
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $100.80
    Post Secondary

    Turning Machines For Machine Trades Apprentice 50420716

  • 0.50 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $100.80
  • This course will acquaint the apprentice with the terminology, methods, and operations for turning machines used in the metal-working industry. Apprentices will learn to perform calculations needed to operate turning machines including speed and feed calculations. Apprentices will make calculations necessary to setup a turning machine for screw threads and taper operations.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/06/2026 –
    02/17/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 6
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Jan 20
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 3
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 17
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $100.80
    Post Secondary

    CNC Operations For Machine Tool Trades Apprentice 50420733

  • 1.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $201.60
  • Apprentices will examine CNC related operations and safety. Course competencies include classifying types of equipment, comparing CNC tooling, setup, and work holding operations. Additional CNC programming skill development is included in the course. CNC controls and communications are explored as well.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/13/2026 –
    05/05/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 13
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Jan 27
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 10
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 24
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 10
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 24
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 7
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 21
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    May 5
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $201.60
    Post Secondary

    CNC Programming And Planning For Machine Trade Apprentice 50420724

  • 1.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $201.60
  • This course is a classroom introduction to CNC programming for apprentices, with a focus on CNC turning and milling centers. Apprentices will create setup sheets, develop tool lists, calculate speeds and feeds, assign tool offsets and write CNC programs.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/13/2026 –
    05/05/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 13
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Jan 27
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 10
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 24
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 10
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 24
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 7
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 21
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    May 5
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $201.60
    Post Secondary

    Mathematics For The Machine Trade 50420711

  • 1.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $157.85
  • This course provides applied mathematics instruction from a review of basic arithmetic; basic algebra; applications, based on geometry; right triangle trigonometry, oblique angle trigonometry and compound angles.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/14/2026 –
    05/06/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 14
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Jan 28
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 11
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 25
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 11
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 25
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 8
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 22
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    May 6
    Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $157.85
    Post Secondary

    Safety For Machine Trades Apprentices 50420710

  • 0.25 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $43.21
  • Course competencies examine safe work practices for machinists, tool and die makers and related trades. Apprentices will explore industrial safety standards; personal protective equipment; machine guards and protective devices; MSDS and chemical safety; electrical hazards, and more. Course relates 5S concepts to safe work practices and trade work processes.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/14/2026 –
    01/28/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 14
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Jan 28
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $43.21
    Continuing Education

    Crucial Conversations 47196908

  • 0.30 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $549.00
  • Crucial Conversations® for Mastering Dialogue teaches nine powerful skill sets grounded in decades of social science research. Learn how to strengthen relationships, keep your cool, and create a safe environment in crucial moments. This course helps learners develop these vital skills through instruction, application, practice, group discussion, and self-reflection—not just theory—for lasting improvement.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD005 Spring
    Open
    01/14/2026 –
    01/15/2026
    12/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 14 – Jan 15
    Thursday, Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 01:30 PM
    A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building
    Samuel Buemi
    $549.00
    Post Secondary

    Advanced CNC Machining Centers 1 32420116

  • 3.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $645.12
  • Apply machining concepts to produce parts non-traditional CNC equipment. Learners will learn how to set-up, program, and produce parts on a number of multi-axis machines, both milling and turning, along with a Wire EDM machine.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    02/19/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 26 – Feb 19
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    Jan 26 – Feb 19
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 09:50 AM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    $645.12
    Post Secondary

    Leading Strategically 10196190

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • Learners apply the skills and tools necessary to fulfill a leadership role in the workplace. Each learner will: evaluate leadership skills, demonstrate leadership effectiveness, meet organizational requirements, carry out individual and group motivation strategies, implement mission, vision and goal setting, display ethical behavior, establish a personal leadership style, practice situational leadership, understand the impacts of power, facilitating employee development, coaching, managing change and effective conflict resolution.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Leading Change And Diversity 10196169

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • In Leading Change and Diversity, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to implement and maintain a diverse work environment which understands and values the change process. Each learner will: demonstrate change management strategies, assess the current extent of diversity in the workplace, evaluate the effect of perceptions, attitudes, biases, prejudice, stereotypes and organizational culture on diversity, recognize barriers and take corrective measures, implement diversity management strategies and measure and celebrate success.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Quality & Performance Excellence 10196192

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • Learners will apply the skills and tools necessary to implement performance excellence and maintain a continuous improvement environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of a quality philosophy, identify all stakeholder relationships, meet or exceed customer expectations, develop a systems-focused approach, use appropriate models and quality tools, manage a quality improvement project and measure effectiveness of continuous improvement activities.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Lean Organizations 10196114

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • In Lean Organizations, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to enhance company performance and profitability by identifying and eliminating waste throughout all business processes. Lean is a work smarter, not harder, approach that allows an organization to produce more while utilizing fewer resources. Many traditional approaches to business processes require excessive inventory, repetitive tasks, wasted materials, scrap and rework and misappropriated human and other resources. Each learner will: identify and practice Lean Solutions by completing learning plans that cover Lean Operations, Value-stream Mapping, 8 Wastes, 5S Workplace Organization, Set-up Reduction, Cellular Flow Design, Lean Culture Development, Value Chain Management, Kanban Systems and Total Productive Maintenance.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Managing Human Resources 10196193

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • Learners apply the skills and tools necessary to identify, acquire and effectively direct employee abilities to meet workforce and organizational challenges and goals. Each learner will: demonstrate the relevance of the supervisor's role in human resources management, explore the impacts of EEOC, write job descriptions, develop recruitment and selection strategies, conduct job interviews, carry out staff on-boarding and orientations, develop workplace policies and procedures, develop and implement training and development programs, execute performance appraisal and management, provide coaching and effectively utilize compensation and benefit strategies.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Talent Development 10196199

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $551.34
  • Apply the tools and skills necessary to implement the training cycle of assessment needed to develop human resources in organizations. In Training and Talent Development, learners will analyze organizational training needs, examine training task, develop training objectives, organize training content, determine appropriate training methods, select training recourses, complete a training plan, deliver training and assess the training process

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $551.34
    Post Secondary

    Management Principles 10196191

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • Gain knowledge and develop the expertise necessary to apply the tools needed to perform essential supervisory and managerial functions. Learners will develop the ability to provide timely and constructive feedback, evaluate and improve performance, conduct performance appraisals, conduct employee mentoring, provide workforce training and coaching, communicate effectively and create a motivating environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of important management and supervisory roles including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, controlling, analysis, delegation, problem-solving, decision-making, team development, leadership, motivation, training and staff development.

    4 Course Sections
    4 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $503.87
    #02VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $503.87
    #PD002 Spring
    Open
    02/10/2026 –
    03/31/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Off Campus
    Feb 10 – Mar 31
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Wausau Off Campus
    Angela Servi
    $503.87
    #03AYW Spring
    Open
    03/25/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Attend Your Way Online Available Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 25 – May 20
    Wednesday
    05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
    A239 - Classroom - A Building
    Kurt Swanson
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Team Building And Problem Solving 10196189

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • Apply the skills and tools necessary to facilitate team development and effectiveness, solve complex problems, pinpoint the root cause of conflict, and resolve issues between team members. Each learner will demonstrate the application of the benefits and challenges of teamwork, perform the necessary roles in a team, facilitate the stages of team development, conduct conflict resolution, evaluate potential causes of a problem, develop multiple approaches to problem solving and decision making, exhibit the ability to build consensus and commitment, utilize a systematic approach to defining and solving problems and implement various methods for evaluating results based on established criteria and metrics.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $503.87
    #02VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Organizational Behavior And Development 10196168

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • Apply the skills and tools necessary to effectively deal with organizational behavior and change. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of the impacts of globalization on an organization, deal with organizational culture, prepare for change and future challenges affecting organizations, assist in organizational decision making, planning, mission, vision and goal development, conduct performance management and understand the role of organizational structure.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Managing Safety & Risk In Business 10196136

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $550.29
  • In Managing Safety & Risk in Business, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to provide a safe and secure work environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of safety awareness, understand federal, state and local compliance, conduct incident investigation and documentation, practice effective human relations techniques, conduct safety orientations, inspections and risk analysis, guard against issues of workplace violence, identify and assist employees with substance abuse issues, identify and correct workplace health hazards, practice first aid, CPR, fire and electrical safety, practice emergency preparedness procedures, act as a liaison with external agencies and design safe facilities.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $550.29
    Post Secondary

    Project Management 10196188

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $503.87
  • In Project Management, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to design, implement and evaluate formal projects. Each learner will: understand the importance and value of managing projects, assume the role of a project manager, develop a project proposal, use relevant project management software, work with project teams, establish the proper sequence of tasks, chart progress, respond to variation and changes, develop a budget, direct resources and manage a project through its life cycle.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $503.87
    #02VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Introduction To Machine Shop 10420131

  • 2.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $430.08
  • Apply and learn operation of mills, lathes, drilling, grinding and general metal fabrication. This course is designed to give the learner the theory and hands-on training leading to the ability to work safely in a shop. Individual part fabricating and precision measurement are covered.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/29/2026 –
    05/21/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 29 – May 21
    Thursday
    11:00 AM - 02:30 PM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    $430.08
    Post Secondary

    Machine Tool Internship 32420118

  • 1.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $171.29
  • Work with companies within the area to gain real work experience with companies approved be the instructor. Competencies may include, but not limited to, working on manual machines, CNC machines, Metrology, and programming.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/30/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 30 – May 22
    Friday
    11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H122 - Trades Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Cut-oFF Machines For Machine Trades Apprentice 50420720

  • 0.25 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $50.40
  • This course will acquaint the apprentice with the basic types of cutoff machines used in industry, cutoff machine applications, cutoff machine tooling, and cutoff machine safety.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    02/11/2026 –
    02/25/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Feb 11
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Feb 25
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $50.40
    Continuing Education

    Emotional Intelligence: Practical Strategies for Leaders 47196907

  • 0.15 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $129.00
  • This course on Emotional Intelligence is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the four key components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. Through a mix of foundational insights, practical examples, and engaging group discussion, participants will learn how to interpret their emotional intelligence scores and leverage them to become effective leaders. The course also offers strategies to enhance both personal and team emotional intelligence, with specific tools and activities for each component. Participants will apply these concepts to real-world workplace scenarios, focusing on conflict management and feedback, and will develop a personalized action plan to ensure ongoing growth and accountability.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD002 Spring
    Open
    02/13/2026
    02/12/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Feb 13
    Friday
    08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
    A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building
    Angela Servi
    $129.00
    Post Secondary

    Advanced CNC Machining Centers 2 32420117

  • 3.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $645.12
  • Optimizes machining concepts to produce parts non-traditional CNC equipment. This course will teach the learner to machine more complex parts, hold closer tolerances, add skills which can increase efficiency while using alternative machining methods.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    02/24/2026 –
    03/19/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Feb 24 – Mar 19
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    Feb 24 – Mar 19
    Thursday
    07:00 AM - 10:50 AM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    $645.12
    Post Secondary

    Drilling Machines For Machine Trades Apprentice 50420718

  • 0.50 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $100.80
  • This course focuses on the terminology, construction and operations of drilling machines in the metal-working industry. Be aware that in-depth information regarding cutting tools, hardware and hand tools will be addressed in their own courses. Efforts should be made to reference information found in other courses in order to assist the apprentice in the application and assimilation of information.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/03/2026 –
    05/12/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 3
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 17
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 14
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 28
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    May 12
    Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $100.80
    Post Secondary

    Machine Tool Apprenticeship Greening Competencies - Sage Project 50420732

  • 0.50 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $100.80
  • Identify recyclable material, in both the solid and liquid form, and understand why these materials need to be recycled and how to properly recycle these materials. Demonstrate the understanding of the information found on SDS documentation and the concept behind the 5's system. Learner will also demonstrate the ability to plan out a job in an efficient and cost effective manner.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/03/2026 –
    05/12/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 3
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 17
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 14
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 28
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    May 12
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $100.80
    Continuing Education

    Coaching 47196533

  • 0.15 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $149.00
  • Being a great coach and mentor leads to more productive and happy employees. Matching your leadership style to meet the needs of the employee and the situation will lead to successful results. This course will teach you how to coach your team to a high level of performance..1

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD003 Spring
    Open
    03/04/2026 –
    03/05/2026
    03/04/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 4 – Mar 5
    Thursday, Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    A167 - WTPD Visionary Classroom A - A Building
    Tonya McKenna Trabant
    $149.00
    Post Secondary

    Milling Machines For Machine Trades Apprentice 50420717

  • 0.50 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $100.80
  • This course related instruction on the basic principles of vertical and horizontal milling machines for the machine tool apprentice. Instruction includes safety, basic parts and functions of the machines, work holding devices, tooling requirements, and feeds and speeds.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/11/2026 –
    05/06/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 11
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Mar 25
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 8
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    Apr 22
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    May 6
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 03:30 PM
    H121A - Classroom - H Building
    Joseph Bonke
    $100.80
    Post Secondary

    Precision Machining Processes 1 32420114

  • 3.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $645.12
  • Optimize proficiency development in the application of tooling and processes on the engine lathe, vertical milling machine and surface grinder. Manufacture parts to print specifications while developing problem solving skills. Basic Tool & Die concepts will be utilized during this course.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    04/30/2026
    03/28/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 23 – Apr 30
    Monday, Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    Mar 23 – Apr 30
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    Mar 23 – Apr 30
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 10:50 AM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    $645.12
    Post Secondary

    Metallurgy 32420119

  • 1.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $215.04
  • Develop knowledge in science of metals and alloys. The crystalline structure and microstructure of metals and their effect on the properties of metals are studied. Prime consideration is given to heat treatment operations dealing with ferrous metals. Explore non-destructive testing of different metals along with destructive testing methods.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/24/2026 –
    05/21/2026
    03/28/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 24 – May 21
    Thursday, Tuesday
    07:00 AM - 08:50 AM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    $215.04
    Post Secondary

    Precision Machining Processes 2 32420115

  • 2.00 credits
  • Machine Shop
  • $430.08
  • Apply machining concepts to produce parts within an assembly using precision machines. Learners will need to job plan the process in order to produce the parts in an efficient manner.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    05/04/2026 –
    05/21/2026
    03/28/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    May 4 – May 21
    Monday, Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    May 4 – May 21
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 01:50 PM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    May 4 – May 21
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 10:50 AM
    H115 - Machine Tool Lab/Classroom - H Building
    Jeff Block
    $430.08

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