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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

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

Automotive Service Safety 10602200

1.00 credits

Autotec

Describe the automotive service facility. Safety, the use of basic hand and power tools, and hoist training helps the prospective automobile technician work safely and efficiently.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 08/28/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Aug 28 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building	View Rates

Body Electrical 2 10602217

2.00 credits

Autotec

Diagnose and repairing electrical and electronic systems. Emphasizing their knowledge of proper diagnostic routines, learners perform and evaluate testing and repairs on lighting and body electrical accessories.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 09/05/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Sep 5 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H114 - Blue Auto Lab - H Building Matthew Klug	View Rates

Underhood Maintenance 10602202

1.00 credits

Autotec

Perform vehicle preventative maintenance, and drivetrain maintenance procedures. Learners will focus on air filter, wiper blade, serpentine belt, headlamp, battery maintenance and repair.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/29/2025 – 09/05/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 29 – Sep 5 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building	View Rates

Basic Vehicle Maintenance 10602201

2.00 credits

Autotec

Perform vehicle maintenance and repair. Focus will be on thread repair, oil change, tire rotations, and TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) relearn procedures.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/08/2025 – 09/19/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 8 – Sep 19 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building	View Rates

Engine Diagnostics - Mechanical 10602218

1.00 credits

Autotec

Perform engine mechanical diagnosis. Students will be performing compression testing, cyl leakage testing, and engine vacuum tests. Students will also perform engine oil pressure tests and, test variable valve timing systems

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/08/2025 – 09/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 8 – Sep 15 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H114 - Blue Auto Lab - H Building Matthew Klug	View Rates

Engine Sensors 10602219

2.00 credits

Autotec

Diagnose engine sensors that feed data to an on-board computers. You will learn how the computer processes and then uses data to make a host of real time decisions concerning ignition, fuel delivery and emission controls.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/16/2025 – 09/30/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 16 – Sep 30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H114 - Blue Auto Lab - H Building Matthew Klug	View Rates

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

Tire Service 10602203

1.00 credits

Autotec

Prepares learners for fundamental tire repair procedures. Emphasis on mounting and balancing tires, service and repair of tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), basic tire leak detection methods and repairs, and basic suspension inspection procedures.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 09/30/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 22 – Sep 30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building	View Rates

Cooling System Maintenance 10602204

1.00 credits

Autotec

Introduces learners to cooling system preventative maintenance practices and procedures. Focusing on basic component identification, coolant leak detection procedures, coolant quality testing, and coolant exchange procedures.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/01/2025 – 10/13/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 1 – Oct 13 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H112A - Auto Classroom/Lab - H Building	View Rates

Ignition Systems 10602220

2.00 credits

Autotec

Perform basic tune ups and beyond basic tune-ups into the world of computer controlled ignition systems. You will learn how the computer processes and then uses sensor data to make a host of real time decisions concerning ignition controls. The use of DVOMs, scan tools, oscilloscopes, and computer self-diagnostics will be covered.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/01/2025 – 10/21/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 1 – Oct 21 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H114 - Blue Auto Lab - H Building Matthew Klug	View Rates

Drivetrain Service 10602205

2.00 credits

Autotec

Introduction to drivetrain maintenance procedures. Learners will perform fluid exchange services for transmission, transfer case, and differential sytems.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/14/2025 – 11/04/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 14 – Nov 4 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building	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

Differentials 10602221

1.00 credits

Autotec

Diagnose and repair of axles and differentials. Students develop these skills in a classroom and lab setting.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/22/2025 – 11/04/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 22 – Nov 4 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H114 - Blue Auto Lab - H Building Matthew Klug	View Rates

Brakes 1 10602206

2.00 credits

Autotec

Explain design, construction and service of vehicle braking systems. Emphasis is placed on disc applications, the machining of brake rotors, hydraulic systems and components along with system maintenance.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/05/2025 – 11/25/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 5 – Nov 25 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building	View Rates

Fuel Systems 10602222

2.00 credits

Autotec

Diagnose, service and repair of fuel systems including TBI, MPI and DI systems. Learners will also be trained in the use of: oscilloscopes, pressure tester, scan tools and various computer self-diagnostics tools.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/05/2025 – 11/25/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 5 – Nov 25 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H114 - Blue Auto Lab - H Building Matthew Klug	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

Brakes 2 10602207

2.00 credits

Autotec

Explain design, construction and service of vehicle braking systems. Emphasis is placed on drum applications, power brake units, the machining of brake drum, the parking brake system.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	12/01/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Dec 1 – Dec 17 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building	View Rates

Evaporation And Emissions Control Systems 10602223

2.00 credits

Autotec

Diagnose, service and repair of vehicle emissions systems including PCV, EGR, EVAP, Catalytic Converters and OBD II computer systems will be taught. Learners will also be trained in the use of: oscilloscopes, gas benches, scan tools and various computer self-diagnostics tools.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	12/01/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Dec 1 – Dec 17 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM H114 - Blue Auto Lab - H Building Matthew Klug	View Rates