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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.

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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

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.

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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

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.

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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

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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.

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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

Medical Law, Ethics & Professionalism 31509309

2.00 credits

Medical Assistant

$337.58

Prepares students to display professionalism and perform within ethical and legal boundaries in the health care setting. Students maintain confidentiality, examine legal aspects of ambulatory healthcare, perform quality improvement procedures, examine legal and bioethical issues and demonstrate awareness of diversity.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – Mar 20 - Online Carissa Doleshal	$337.58

Med Office Insurance & Finance 31509307

2.00 credits

Medical Assistant

$337.58

Introduces medical assistant students to health insurance and finance in the medical office. Students perform bookkeeping procedures, apply managed care guidelines and complete insurance claim forms. Students use medical coding and managed care terminology to perform insurance-related duties.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – Mar 20 - Online Carissa Doleshal	$337.58

Medical Asst Lab Procedures 2 31509305

2.00 credits

Medical Assistant

$370.08

Prepares students to perform phlebotomy and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) waived hematology, chemistry, immunology and laboratory procedures commonly performed by medical assistants in the ambulatory care setting.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 04/10/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – Apr 10 Monday 04:30 PM - 08:30 PM 3024 - MLT Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)	$370.08

Pharm For Allied Health 31509308

2.00 credits

Medical Assistant

$337.58

Introduces students to classifying medications into correct drug categories and applying basic pharmacology principles. Students apply basic pharmacodynamics to identifying common medications, medication preparation, and administration of medications used by the major body systems.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 04/10/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – Apr 6 Monday 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM 2045 - Classroom - MA - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Roberts	$337.58

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.

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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

Medical Asst Clin Procedures 2 31509306

3.00 credits

Medical Assistant

$555.12

Prepares medical assistant students to perform patient care skills in the medical office setting. Students perform clinical procedures including administering medications, performing an electrocardiogram, assisting with respiratory testing, coaching patients, and assisting with emergency situations in an ambulatory care setting. Students learn preventive care and principles of nutrition.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 04/10/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 29 – Apr 10 Thursday 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM 2045 - Classroom - MA - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Roberts Jan 29 – Apr 10 Thursday 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2045 - Classroom - MA - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Roberts	$555.12

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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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

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

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

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

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

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.

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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

Medical Assistant Practicum 31509310

3.00 credits

Medical Assistant

$503.87

Requires medical assistant students to integrate and apply knowledge and skills from all previous medical assistant courses in actual ambulatory health care settings. Learners perform medical assistant administrative, clinical, and laboratory duties under the supervision of trained mentors to effectively transition to the role of a medical assistant. This is a supervised, unpaid, clinical experience.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	04/13/2026 – 05/22/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus Wausau Off Campus	Apr 13 – May 21 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM Wausau Off Campus Nicole Roberts Apr 24 Friday 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2045 - Classroom - MA - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Roberts May 8 Friday 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2045 - Classroom - MA - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Roberts May 22 Friday 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2045 - Classroom - MA - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Nicole Roberts	$503.87

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

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