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Leverage Perplexity Like a Pro 47664124

0.10 credits

Automation Systems Technology

$109.00

Unlock the power of Perplexity AI, a real-time, citation-driven search tool that enhances research, fact-checking, and professional decision-making. Unlike ChatGPT, Perplexity retrieves up-to-date information with sources. This course teaches learners how to optimize AI-assisted research, validate insights, and apply Perplexity for data analysis, content creation, and business strategy.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD002 Fall	Open	10/16/2025	10/16/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 16 Thursday 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building Joshua Stutting	$109.00
#PD003 Fall	Open	10/16/2025	10/16/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 16 Thursday 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building Joshua Stutting	$87.00

Grant Power with AI 47664128

0.10 credits

Automation Systems Technology

$89.00

Designed for those writing grant proposals or fundraising campaigns, this session shows how AI can support storytelling, donor communication, and funding success. Learn how to use AI tools to identify potential funding opportunities, draft persuasive proposals, and tailor your message to align with funder priorities. This hands-on session provides prompt techniques that save time, improve clarity, and help your organization stand out.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD002 Fall	Open	10/16/2025	10/16/2025	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 16 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building Joshua Stutting	$89.00

Human Machine Interfacing 10664102

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 11/12/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Nov 12 Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM H129 - Classroom - H Building Matt Jacobson Oct 20 – Nov 12 Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Matt Jacobson	View Rates

Industrial Applications 10664103

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#90 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Matt Jacobson	View Rates

Scada Systems 1 10664106

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/21/2025 – 11/13/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 21 – Nov 13 Thursday, Tuesday 12:30 PM - 03:20 PM H129 - Classroom - H Building Dustin Van De Weerd Oct 21 – Nov 13 Thursday, Tuesday 12:30 PM - 03:20 PM I104A - AME Lab - I Building Dustin Van De Weerd	View Rates

Mission-Driven AI for Nonprofits 47664127

0.10 credits

Automation Systems Technology

$100.00

This session is designed to help nonprofit leaders explore practical ways to use AI to better serve their communities. Learn how generative AI can support program planning, improve communication with stakeholders, streamline day-to-day operations, and amplify your mission. Through real-world examples and guided practice, you'll discover how to use AI to increase efficiency, strengthen outreach, and maximize impact with limited resources.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD002 Fall	Open	10/23/2025	10/23/2025	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 23 Thursday 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building WTPD Contracts	$100.00

Activate AI in Your Startup 47664129

0.10 credits

Automation Systems Technology

$100.00

This hands-on workshop equips early-stage founders, technical cofounders, and product leads with the knowledge and tools to strategically integrate AI into their startups from day one. Participants will explore AI frameworks and startup-specific tools, collaborate with peers, and build a functional AI agent tailored to a core business function. The course includes expert support, a live demo, and practical takeaways such as an AI implementation roadmap and a compliance and policy checklist to guide responsible, scalable adoption.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD002 Fall	Open	11/11/2025	11/11/2025	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 11 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM A166 - WTPD Innovation Classroom B - A Building WTPD Contracts	$100.00

Needs Analysis 10664104

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/17/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 17 – Dec 17 Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM H129 - Classroom - H Building Matt Jacobson Nov 17 – Dec 17 Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Matt Jacobson	View Rates

Collaborative Robots And Vision 10664115

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/17/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 17 – Dec 17 Monday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Matt Jacobson Nov 17 – Dec 17 Monday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM I112 - Classroom - I Building Matt Jacobson	View Rates

Designing A Solution In A Smart Factory 10664114

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

Provides the learner the skills necessary to engineer and design a product manufacturing solution using SMART manufacturing equipment, concepts & simulation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/18/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 18 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 08:30 AM - 11:20 AM H146A - Mechatronics Project Lab - H Building Dustin Van De Weerd Nov 18 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 08:30 AM - 11:20 AM H129 - Classroom - H Building Dustin Van De Weerd	View Rates

Scada Systems 2 10664111

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/18/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 18 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 12:30 PM - 03:20 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Dustin Van De Weerd Nov 18 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 12:30 PM - 03:20 PM H129 - Classroom - H Building Dustin Van De Weerd	View Rates

College Mathematics 10804107

3.00 credits

Mathematics

This course is designed to review and develop fundamental concepts of mathematics in the areas of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, measurement and data. Algebra topics emphasize simplifying algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities with one variable, solving proportions and percent applications. Geometry and trigonometry topics include; finding areas and volumes of geometric figures, applying similar and congruent triangles, applying Pythagorean Theorem, and solving right triangles using trigonometric ratios. Measurement topics emphasize the application of measurement concepts and conversion techniques within and between U.S. customary and metric system to solve problems. Data topics emphasize data organization and summarization skills, including: frequency distributions, central tendency, relative position and measures of dispersion. Special emphasis is placed on problem solving, critical thinking and logical reasoning, making connections, and using calculators.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#03 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – Mar 20 Friday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A208 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#02 Spring	Open	01/28/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person		Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM -	View Rates

Intermediate Algebra W/Apps 10804118

4.00 credits

Mathematics

This course offers algebra content with applications and an introduction to functions and complex numbers. Content builds upon the arithmetic of real numbers by using variable equations to solve problems. Topics include graphing and finding algebraic solutions for linear equations and inequalities, quadratic, exponential, polynomial, radical, and rational equations.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 21 Thursday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM A223 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates