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AI Studio: Think, Prompt, Create! 47664125

0.10 credits

Automation Systems Technology

$109.00

Discover how generative AI tools and techniques can be used to produce images, music, video, and more. This introductory session explores creative media generation practices that support marketing, education, storytelling, and content development. Participants will gain hands-on experience using AI to create multimedia content, along with practical guidance on prompt strategies and output evaluation across different formats.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Summer	Open	07/21/2025	07/21/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jul 21 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building Joshua Stutting	$109.00
#PD002 Summer	Open	07/21/2025	07/21/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jul 21 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building Joshua Stutting	$87.00

AI for Everyday Writing 47664126

0.10 credits

Automation Systems Technology

$109.00

Learn how to harness AI to generate written content, refine your messaging, and save time on editing tasks. This hands-on session is built for content creators and marketers looking to streamline their workflows with tools like ChatGPT. Participants will explore techniques for drafting blogs, emails, web copy, and social media posts, as well as summarizing and rewriting content for different audiences. You’ll leave with ready-to-use prompt examples and strategies to maintain quality while increasing output.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Summer	Open	07/21/2025	07/21/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jul 21 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building Joshua Stutting	$109.00
#PD002 Summer	Open	07/21/2025	07/21/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jul 21 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM A107 - IT Computer Lab - A Building Joshua Stutting	$87.00

Dental Health Safety 10508101

1.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental auxiliary students to respond proactively to dental emergencies, control infection, prevent disease, adhere to OSHA Standards and safely manage hazardous materials. Students also take patient vital signs and collect patient medical/dental histories. CPR certification is a prerequisite; students will be required to show proof of certification before beginning the course. This course is a WTCS aligned course required in both the Dental Hygienist and Dental Assistant programs. This course must be taken at NTC, no transfers, because the content of this course is specific for this program/site.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/07/2025 – 08/12/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 7 – Aug 8 Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 Monday 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM 4037 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 – Aug 12 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#01DH Fall	Open	08/07/2025 – 08/12/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 7 – Aug 8 Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 Monday 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM 4037 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 – Aug 12 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#02DA Fall	Open	08/07/2025 – 08/12/2025	08/05/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 7 – Aug 8 Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 Monday 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM 4037 - Computer Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Aug 11 – Aug 12 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

Ethernet IP 10664100

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

Explore the design and troubleshooting of Ethernet/IP networks. Topics introduce students to integrating Ethernet networking communications, architectures, protocols, and security. Students will learn through hands-on lab activities covering setting up communication systems, networking configurations, and troubleshooting techniques.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 09/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Sep 17 Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Matt Jacobson Aug 25 – Sep 17 Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM H129 - Classroom - H Building Matt Jacobson	View Rates

Dental Assistant Professional 31508307

1.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental assistant students for professional success in a dental practice or another dental health care environment. Students develop professional appearance and image. More importantly, they learn to work within ethical guidelines and legal frameworks. In preparation for entering the work force, dental assistants customize or develop their portfolios and lay out an on-going professional development plan.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DA Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates

Periodontology 10508108

3.00 credits

Dental

Prepares student dental hygienists to assess the periodontal health of patients, plan prevention and treatment of periodontal disease and to evaluate the effectiveness of periodontal treatment plans. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of the signs and causes of periodontal disease and on selection of treatment modalities that minimize risk and restore periodontal health.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

General & Oral Pathology 10508111

3.00 credits

Dental

Prepares the student dental hygienist to determine when to consult, treat or refer clients with various disease, infection or physiological conditions. Students learn to recognize the signs, causes and implications of common pathological conditions including inflammatory responses, immune disorders, genetic disorders, developmental disorders of tissues and cysts, oral tissue trauma and neoplasm of the oral cavity.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Aleena Lepak	View Rates

Cariology 10508109

1.00 credits

Dental

Focuses on the characteristics and contributing factors of dental decay. Dental Hygiene students help patients minimize caries risk by developing treatment plans, communicating methods to patients and evaluating treatment results.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Debra Koziel	View Rates

Dental Pharmacology 10508114

2.00 credits

Dental

Prepares student dental hygienists to select safe and effective patient premedication and within the scope of dental hygiene practice. Students will also learn to recognize potential pharmacological contraindications for specific patients and to take measures to avoid negative impact or alert other members of the dental team to possible negative impact.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#02CC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 12:00 PM - 01:50 PM Colby Community College - Kansas - Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

Community Dental Health 10508115

2.00 credits

Dental

Prepares the Dental Hygienist student to play a proactive role in improving the dental health of community members of all ages. Students perform and interpret dental health research to determine community dental health needs. They also participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of a community dental health program.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 8 – Dec 15 Monday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Tanya Ponik	View Rates
#02CC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Sep 8 – Dec 15 Monday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM Colby Community College - Kansas - Tanya Ponik	View Rates

Dental Radiography 10508103

2.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental auxiliary students to operate radiographic equipment and expose bitewing, periapical, extra oral, and occlusal images. Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards. Students also produce, mount, and evaluate dental images for diagnostic value. This course also provides the background in radiographic theory required for students to make informed decisions and adjustments.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Monday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	View Rates
#02DA Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 16 Monday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM 1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson Aug 25 – Dec 16 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Jana Swenson	View Rates

Dental Hygiene Process 3 10508112

5.00 credits

Dental

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists developed in Dental Hygiene Process II. In consultation with the instructor, students apply independent problem-solving skills in the course of providing comprehensive care for calculus case type I, II and III patients and case type 0, I, II and III patients. Dental Hygiene Process III introduces root detoxification using hand and ultra-sonic instruments, laser bacterial reduction, selection of dental implant prophylaxis treatment options and administration of chemotherapeutic agents. Students also adapt care plans in order to accommodate patients with special needs.

2 Course Sections

Simulation And Ai 10664117

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

Explores the Artificial Intelligence available in the world today and discusses how it has helped. We will look at modern A.I. (cell phones, televisions, internet companies, automotive applications and others) to see how it is already a part of everyday life. Autonomous robots will be controlled and reviewed to discover their capabilities. We will then utilize Oculus technology to review training options (fire extinguisher training, Lockout/tagout training). Microsoft Halolens units will be used to create mixed reality scenarios for class work and possible workplace training integration. 3D modeling will be used to develop simulations that will allow students to experience work that might not be conducive to our lab or too dangerous for us to do in the lab setting.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 10/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 22 – Oct 15 Monday, Wednesday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM Wausau Main Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates

Remote Io For PLC Applications 10664109

1.00 credits

Automation Systems Technology

Learn what remote IO is and how to implement a POINT I/O system. The course will cover determining the quantity and type of I/O needed to test your system. This course will also show students how to calculate power requirements and decide whether an expansion power supply will be needed. Students will also add and configure an Ethernet adapter and I/O modules in a Studio 5000 Logix Designer project.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 10/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 22 – Oct 15 Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM H129 - Classroom - H Building Matt Jacobson Sep 22 – Oct 15 Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Matt Jacobson	View Rates

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

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