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Container Gardening 31001101

1.00 credits

Horticulture

$185.04

Choosing the right plants, selecting the containers and tools, and caring for the plants throughout the growing season is covered. Small space container gardens can provide a bounty of food in a very small space.

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	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 03:00 PM - 04:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$185.04

Creative Fusion: Welding, Art, and Community 10815101

3.00 credits

Art

$510.12

Explore welding and metal fabrication with hands-on experiences while examining the intersection of art, community, and public spaces. Students will work together to design, fabricate, and install a public art piece in the community. 3D modelling software, CNC laser and plasma equipment, CNC forming equipment, welders, and various hand tools will be used. Additionally, the course will delve into logistical aspects of public art projects including funding, partnership development, project management, and presentation skills.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/22/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 22 Monday 04:00 PM - 05:50 PM H136 - Welding Lab - H Building Veronica Hope Jan 26 – May 22 Thursday 04:00 PM - 07:50 PM H136 - Welding Lab - H Building Veronica Hope	$510.12

Cross-Stitch Ornament Workshop 60815113

0.05 credits

Art

$25.00

This beginner-friendly workshop introduces participants to the art of cross-stitch through the creation of a 3-inch holiday ornament. Participants can choose from three seasonal designs—a gnome, a tree, or a snowflake—and will complete their ornament during the class. The instructor will provide step-by-step guidance and demonstrations covering essential techniques such as basic stitching, counting stitches, securing threads, trimming fabric, and attaching ribbon for hanging. By the end of the session, participants will take home a finished ornament and the skills to continue exploring cross-stitch on their own.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	12/16/2025	12/15/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Dec 16 Tuesday 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building WTPD Contracts	$25.00

Greenhouse Production 31001115

2.00 credits

Horticulture

$370.08

Builds on the content in Greenhouse Operation and Design by providing the learners additional hands-on experience managing a greenhouse structure on a year-round basis. Greenhouse coverings, environmental controls, and monitoring equipment will be covered throughout this course. Learners will actively participate in the operation of a greenhouse and hoop house as they determine methods of monitoring temperature, ventilation, and plant growth.

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	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	$370.08

Introduction To The Horticulture Industry 31001100

1.00 credits

Horticulture

$185.04

Explores the scope of the horticulture sector, including career opportunities. Familiarizes learners with the Agriculture Center of Excellence and standard operating procedures. Learners will begin to develop a strategic college plan. Learners will be exposed to the various opportunities available throughout their program of study.

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	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$185.04

Merchandising Produce Applications 31001116

2.00 credits

Horticulture

$370.08

Examine entrepreneurship applications of operating a market garden. Learners will simulate a small market garden business as they determine inventory, storage, sales, pricing, profit, and loss for their business. Business exploration will include farmers' market stands, community-supported agriculture (CSA) operations, and roadside stands. Customer buying decisions, sales techniques, and visual merchandising produce concepts are covered in this course.

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	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$370.08

Plant Science Basics 10001104

3.00 credits

Horticulture

$555.12

Examines plant morphology, growth and development, and plant lifecycles and reproduction. This course analyzes the effects of external and environmental factors on plant growth and productivity. Laboratory activities include examining and identifying plant cells and plant structures using microscopes, plant models and live plants. Plant structures and their functions are discussed in relevance to production practices. Learners will conduct a plant-based research project using the Scientific Method. Plant taxonomy is covered in this course, and learners will gain the necessary skills to identify important garden, specialty, and agronomic crops in Wisconsin.

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	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jan 26 – May 19 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank Jan 26 – May 19 Monday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$555.12