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Excel Basics 47103500

0.05 credits

Microcomputers

$15.00

This course will provide the basic knowledge necessary to work within a spreadsheet and perform basic editing. Learners will go through an overview of the processes to create a spreadsheet and learn how to enter data, format cells and create simple formulas. This is a hands on, interactive course where learners will be able to apply the concepts from the course on a spreadsheet.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/01/2025 – 12/17/2025	12/12/2025	Online	Online	Aug 1 – Dec 17 - Online Kathryn Shimkets	$15.00

Basics Of Selling On The Internet 60103104

0.05 credits

Microcomputers

$15.00

Discover the basics on how to effectively sell merchandise on the internet. You will learn how to setup an account and sell items via eBay and Craigslist. Learn how to create listings that will attract buyers, write effective descriptions, set prices, process payments and maintain your safety as a seller.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/01/2025 – 12/17/2025	12/12/2025	Online	Online	Aug 1 – Dec 17 - Online Kathryn Shimkets	$15.00

Windows 47103120

0.05 credits

Microcomputers

$15.00

Learners will learn all the essential features of Windows. Covers everything you need to know to install Windows, including customization, applications, and navigation. Explores managing folders, Mail, Calendars, and Contacts.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/01/2025 – 12/17/2025	12/12/2025	Online	Online	Aug 1 – Dec 17 - Online Kathryn Shimkets	$15.00

Intermediate Excel 47103501

0.05 credits

Microcomputers

$15.00

This course will provide a more in-depth look at Excel spreadsheets and focus on more advanced tools. First students should take the Basics and if they need more help they can then take the intermediate.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/01/2025 – 12/17/2025	12/12/2025	Online	Online	Aug 1 – Dec 17 - Online Kathryn Shimkets	$15.00

Smartphone & iPad Basics 60103102

0.05 credits

Microcomputers

$15.00

Not sure how to use your new electronic device or just want to learn more about technology? This course will teach you how to use your smartphone, tablet, iPod, iPhone or iPad device. You will learn how to setup your device, basic maneuvering and how to download apps. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own devices.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD002 Fall	Open	08/01/2025 – 12/17/2025	12/12/2025	Online	Online	Aug 1 – Dec 17 - Online Kathryn Shimkets	$15.00

Powerpoint Level 1 10103241

1.00 credits

Microcomputers

$171.29

Introduces learners to the basic concepts of using Microsoft PowerPoint with hands-on, project based activities. Learners will develop foundational skills by applying concepts explored to create new presentations, adding and formatting slides, navigating a slide show, inserting images/backgrounds, adding transitions, adding animations and working with charts, WordArt and tables.

6 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01AYW Fall	Open	11/04/2025 – 12/04/2025	11/04/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 4 – Dec 4 Thursday, Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM A235 - Computer Lab - A Building Carrie Heckendorf	$171.29
#01 Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 01/23/2026	01/06/2026	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Jan 5 – Jan 23 - Online Dianne Carroll	$171.29
#03VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/18/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – Mar 18 - Online Melanie Gagnon	$171.29
#04VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online Melanie Gagnon	$171.29
#05VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online Melanie Gagnon	$171.29
#02AYW Spring	Open	04/14/2026 – 05/14/2026	03/28/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Apr 14 – May 14 Thursday, Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM A235 - Computer Lab - A Building Carrie Heckendorf	$171.29

Word Level 1 10103243

1.00 credits

Microcomputers

$171.29

Introduces learners to the basic concepts of using Microsoft Word with hands-on, project based activities. Learners will develop foundational skills by applying concepts explored to start Word, create a new document, create business letters, flyers, brochures, research papers, resumes, work with SmartArt, apply basic formatting and more.

6 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 01/23/2026	01/06/2026	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Jan 5 – Jan 23 - Online Dianne Carroll	$171.29
#03VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/18/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – Mar 18 - Online Dianne Carroll	$171.29
#04VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/18/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – Mar 18 - Online Dianne Carroll	$171.29
#02AYW Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 02/26/2026	01/31/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – Feb 26 Thursday, Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM A235 - Computer Lab - A Building Carrie Heckendorf	$171.29
#05VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online Dianne Carroll	$171.29
#06VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online Dianne Carroll	$171.29

Excel Level 1 10103242

1.00 credits

Microcomputers

$171.29

Introduces learners to the basic concepts of using Microsoft Excel with hands-on, project based activities. Learners will develop foundational skills by applying concepts explored to effectively utilize the functions and features of Microsoft Excel including creating worksheets, entering/editing data, selecting cells/ranges, creating basic charts, formatting entries and creating/modifying basic formulas.

7 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 01/23/2026	01/06/2026	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Jan 5 – Jan 23 - Online Dianne Carroll	$171.29
#03VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/18/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – Mar 18 - Online	$171.29
#04VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 03/18/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – Mar 18 - Online	$171.29
#02AYW Spring	Open	03/03/2026 – 04/09/2026	01/31/2026	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 3 – Apr 9 Thursday, Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:50 AM A235 - Computer Lab - A Building Carrie Heckendorf	$171.29
#05VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online	$171.29
#06VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online	$171.29
#07VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online	$171.29

Water And Sewer Technology 10607116

2.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$337.58

Introduces learners to water and sewer technology including key areas such as: understanding of the basics of drinking water and wastewater utility system planning; understanding the principals in the design of municipal water and sanitary sewer systems; watermain and sanitary sewer plans, details, and specifications for an engineering planset; and the testing of watermain and sanitary sewers as part of a construction project.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 04:00 PM - 05:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Stephen Opatik	$337.58

Civil Engineering Technology Capstone Project 10607117

4.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$680.16

Provides a project-based learning experience that allows learners to demonstrate their Civil Engineering drafting, design, and survey skills by applying them to a “real-world” engineering problem. Learners collaborate in teams to apply their knowledge, problem-solving and technological skills to a design experience. With guidance from a faculty member, learners will plan, produce, document and present their engineering designs.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 19 Monday 09:00 AM - 12:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal Jan 26 – May 19 Tuesday 03:00 PM - 04:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	$680.16

Office Level 3 10103245

3.00 credits

Microcomputers

$503.87

Expands learner’s proficiency using advanced functions and features of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint. Basic Microsoft Outlook functions and features will also be introduced. Learners will further develop advanced skills with hands-on, project-based activities leading up to the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Associate Certification exams as capstones in the course. This will provide learners not only with college course credit but also globally industry recognized credentials and digital badging for the Microsoft Office Specialist Associate Level Certifications.

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 Kathryn Shimkets	$503.87

Word Level 2 10103246

1.00 credits

Microcomputers

$171.29

Examines the intermediate level Microsoft Word skills which build upon the basic Microsoft Word concepts. Learners will demonstrate their ability to perform a number of hands-on, project based Word intermediate level activities including but not limited to creating and managing multipage documents, formatting text, paragraphs and sections, creating tables and lists, mail merge, creating a newsletter, sharing documents, and inserting/formatting objects.

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 Jo Cypher	$171.29

Powerpoint Level 2 10103248

1.00 credits

Microcomputers

$171.29

Examines the intermediate level Microsoft PowerPoint skills which build upon the basic Microsoft PowerPoint concepts. Learners will demonstrate their ability to perform a number of hands-on, project based PowerPoint intermediate level activities including but not limited to customizing slide masters/presentations, project collaboration, adding animation, formatting tables/charts, adding media and enhancing SmartArt.

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 Kathryn Shimkets	$171.29

Excel Level 2 10103247

1.00 credits

Microcomputers

$171.29

Examines the intermediate level Microsoft Excel skills which build upon the basic Microsoft Excel concepts. Learners will demonstrate their ability to perform a number of hands-on, project based Excel intermediate level activities including but not limited to working with multiple worksheets and workbooks, creating, sorting and querying a table, importing data, working with SmartArt, images and screenshots, and financial functions.

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 Kathryn Shimkets	$171.29
#02VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Kathryn Shimkets	$171.29

Construction Management, Estimating, And Safety 10607114

2.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$337.58

Explores construction management, estimating, and related safety information including important knowledge such as: basic estimating techniques (including quantity takeoff, trip times, cost estimation, and contract interpretation); construction management roles and responsibilities (scheduling, budget reviews, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication); and an overview of safety requirements on construction sites.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	$337.58

Cemented Aggregate Mixtures 10607103

3.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$510.12

Introduces learners to cemented aggregate mixtures including important elements such as: aggregate properties; concrete mix design methods; hot mix asphalt mixes; inspection and testing concepts; field quality control and verification testing methods; safety during material sampling; material sampling procedures; and use of random sampling.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 20 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal Jan 27 – May 20 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	$510.12

Surveying 2 10607105

3.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$510.12

Builds on surveying concepts including these important skills: computations and field methods involved in traversing; area calculations; field work to collect information for survey maps and engineering designs, including control point creation and topographic surveys; and an overview of the global navigation satellite system.

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 Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 21 Tuesday 11:00 AM - 12:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal Jan 27 – May 21 Thursday 10:00 AM - 12:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	$510.12

Intermediate Civil 3D 10607104

3.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$510.12

Expands on learner’s knowledge of Civil 3D by providing skills in surface creation, utilizing existing survey data and break lines generated with automatic linework generation tools, developing a clear understanding on how Civil 3D surfaces are generated, as a basis for future design. Learners will then work on establishing an alignment and profile to use in a corridor model that will aid them in generating a design surface that they can utilize as a useful tool (such as cutting cross sections, determining earthwork volumes, and generating plans that could be used during construction and bidding). Learners will also get introductory exposure to feature lines, grading objects, and utility tools within the Civil 3D software.

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 Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 21 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal Jan 27 – May 21 Thursday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	$510.12

Soil Mechanics 10607106

2.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$340.08

Introduces the basics of soil mechanics including: understanding the origins, properties and characteristics of different soils; using multiple systems to classify soils; soil compaction, and the relationship between moisture and density; stresses in soils (such as point loads, and uniformly distributed loads); and different methods of subsurface soil exploration (including probing, boring, and drilling).

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/28/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	$340.08

Smart Technology For Civil Engineering 10607113

2.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$340.08

Provides an introduction to Smart Technology specifically for use in Civil Engineering, and includes the exploration of: current technology trends in general engineering, and more specifically in Civil Engineering, and how these technologies are currently affecting (and may affect in the future) the industry; the use of drones and remote sensing applications for Civil Engineering projects (along with the opportunity to fly drones to capture data for use in engineering design); and how developing and utilizing networked smart technology is essential to the future of Engineering and it’s evolution.

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 Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Matthew Graun	$340.08

Stormwater Management 10607115

2.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

$337.58

Provides an introduction to stormwater management and includes key areas of knowledge such as: the basic concepts of stormwater hydrology and treatment; the key design principles required with storm sewer systems, culverts, and detention/retention basins; and storm sewer plans (including related details and specifications required to create an engineering planset); and key design concepts to manage stormwater runoff during construction.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Mark Barden	$337.58