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Designing And Timing Your Garden 31001103

2.00 credits

Horticulture

$389.40

Utilizing planning and space saving techniques, learners will develop a wide range of garden design options available. Additionally, Wisconsin weather should be considered when creating the garden design. Learners will outline when and where to plant and harvest cool and warm season plants.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 01:00 PM - 04:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$389.40

Fruit Crop Production I 31001118

1.00 credits

Horticulture

$223.10

Introduces learners to pomology and its role in both global and local food systems. Students will explore the foundations of fruit crop production, with emphasis on fruit growth and development, integrated pest and disease management, and the principles of harvest and post-harvest handling. Examines how fruit physiology and production practices intersect to influence yield, quality, and market value. Throughout the semester, a different fruit or nut crop will be highlighted each week, allowing students to build a broad understanding of diverse species and cultivar selection, growing requirements, and their importance in food systems.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$223.10

Greenhouse Operation and Design 31001113

1.00 credits

Horticulture

$194.70

Explores greenhouse parts, structure, and coverings along with environmental controls will be covered throughout this course. Learners will actively participate in the operation of a greenhouse. Learners will evaluate greenhouse structure and design, while participating in greenhouse site assessment.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$194.70

Group Dynamics 42818415

0.60 credits

Group Dynamics

$311.70

Group Dynamics is an alcohol/drug education course for those persons convicted of operation while intoxicated (OWI) and who are identified as irresponsible users of alcohol and/or drugs by an assessment agency. The main goal of this course is to develop an individualized plan to modify or eliminate inappropriate behaviors and attitudes related to drinking and driving. This course is open only to those who have had a court-ordered assessment from an approved assessment agency.

5 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD018 Fall	Open	08/01/2026 – 08/22/2026	07/30/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 1 – Aug 22 Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM A216 - Classroom - A Building Katie Maske	$311.70
#PD019 Fall	Open	09/08/2026 – 10/27/2026	09/04/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 8 – Oct 27 Tuesday 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM A216 - Classroom - A Building Kathleen Hackel	$311.70
#PD022 Fall	Open	10/01/2026 – 11/19/2026	09/22/2026	In-Person	Phillips Campus	Oct 1 – Nov 19 Thursday 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM P150 - Classroom - Phillips Campus Dave Lind	$311.70
#PD020 Fall	Open	10/03/2026 – 10/24/2026	10/01/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 3 – Oct 24 Saturday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM A210 - Classroom - A Building Kathleen Hackel	$311.70
#PD021 Fall	Open	10/27/2026 – 11/19/2026	10/19/2026	In-Person	Antigo Campus	Oct 27 – Nov 19 Thursday, Tuesday 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM T131 - Classroom - Antigo Campus DUSTIN DEIKE	$311.70

Hydroponics 31001117

2.00 credits

Horticulture

$420.71

Explores the fundamentals of hydroponics and growing plants using water as a growing medium. Hands-on learning activities include growing and maintaining plants in an indoor hydroponic growing facility, a bato bucket system, and vertical hydroponic gardens. Learners will discover the scientific concepts behind growing plants in hydroponic systems and become experts in alternative growing methods.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2026 – 12/10/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 27 – Dec 10 Thursday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	$420.71

Introduction To The Horticulture Industry 31001100

1.00 credits

Horticulture

$194.70

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 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$194.70

Merchandising Produce Applications I 31001120

1.00 credits

Horticulture

$194.70

Introduces the principles and practices of produce merchandising for roadside stands and farmers markets. Covers methods for assessing produce quality, grading standards, and their application in marketing channels. Explores creative visual merchandising techniques and the relationships between customer behavior, effective product display, and product purchase. Examines the structure and success factors of community-supported agriculture (CSA) businesses. Students actively participate in operating farmers market stands using produce grown during the course, applying merchandising concepts in real-time.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 03:00 PM - 04:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	$194.70

Multiple Offender Program 42818416

0.85 credits

Group Dynamics

$444.40

The Multiple Offender Program is a specialized education program for individuals who have experienced two or more operating while intoxicated (OWI) charges. The course will examine individual attitudes toward drinking/driving and develop a personal plan to identify and change behaviors that lead to repeat offenses. The participation of a Concerned Other (minimum of two sessions) is required. This course is open only to those who have had a court-ordered assessment from an approved assessment agency.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD004 Fall	Open	10/12/2026 – 11/16/2026	10/08/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 12 – Nov 16 Monday, Wednesday 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM A216 - Classroom - A Building Courtney Kostuchowski	$444.40