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Environmental Regulations & Compliance 10506103

4.00 credits

Environmental

$702.12

Examines the laws and regulations related to environmental compliance. Topics will include, the Environmental Protection Agency, air pollution, water and waste-water, waste both hazardous and non-hazardous, and the hazardous communication program requirements. Each section will explore the background of the specified topics, along with relating each to the industrial workplace. Professionals in the environmental health and safety fields will utilize this information to devise gap analyses for their workplace along with implementation and training in order to comply with federal, state, and local compliance requirements.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02VC Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/15/2025	10/25/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 15 - Online Travis Allen	$702.12

Emergency Spill & Response 10506106

3.00 credits

Environmental

$503.87

Examines the emergency response procedures a first responder may need to initiate as covered by OSHA 29CFR 1910.120. In addition, learners will examine initial containment and site security measures that may be used following a release of a hazardous substance and the effects of hazardous substance releases and the procedures to be followed if there is a release.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02VC Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/15/2025	10/25/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 15 - Online Travis Allen	$503.87

Introduction To The Horticulture Industry 31001100

1.00 credits

Horticulture

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.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02T Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 05/31/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 5 – May 31 - MERRILL HS - Merrill High School - Wausau Off Campus Holly Hartwig	View Rates
#03T Spring	Open	01/05/2026 – 05/22/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 5 – May 22 - WAUSWEST - Wausau West High School - Wausau Off Campus Michelle Heeg	$185.04
#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	View Rates

Container Gardening 31001101

1.00 credits

Horticulture

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	View Rates

Plant Science Basics 10001104

3.00 credits

Horticulture

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	View Rates

Environmental Management Systems 10506100

3.00 credits

Environmental

$503.87

Examines environmental management principles, systems, and supporting techniques to initiate and/or improve an organization's environmental management system. From this base knowledge, the learner can coordinate environmental policies and objectives in an orderly, consistent manner into existing functional areas such as operation, finance, quality and occupational health and safety.

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 Travis Allen	$503.87
#02VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online Travis Allen	$503.87

Fundamentals Of Industrial Hygiene 10506104

3.00 credits

Environmental

$503.87

Introduces the concept of anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and controlling workplace hazards. The learner will explore the pathways and routes of exposure and focus on fundamental concepts of Industrial Hygiene in the manufacturing setting. Also, the learner will be exposed to tools and resources to use to develop plans to minimize or eliminate hazards in the workplace as a safety professional.

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 Travis Allen	$503.87
#02VC Spring	Open	03/23/2026 – 05/20/2026	03/28/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 23 – May 20 - Online Travis Allen	$503.87

Merchandising Produce Applications 31001116

2.00 credits

Horticulture

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	View Rates

Greenhouse Production 31001115

2.00 credits

Horticulture

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	View Rates