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Security+ 1 10151103

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Introduces the learner to security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing,mitigating and responding to security incidents. In Security+1, students will examine network security, threats and vulnerabilities, and examine tools for securing systems and troubleshooting problems. Common security issues and mobile security risks will be discussed. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/01/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Oct 1 - Online Ken Hallas	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.

2 Course Sections

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
#80 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	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

Incident Response 10151111

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines cyber security incidents and response. Learners examine how to react toan incident by exploring its impact and using forensics to investigate the incident.Learners explore proper communication and incident response procedures. Learnersanalyze common cyber incident symptoms.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Josh Kretzschmar	View Rates

Intrusion Detection Systems 10151108

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Intrusion Detection System technologies. the What, Why and Who of IDS is explored, including the features of an IDS verses an IPS. The importance of IDS, IDS technologies, and Packet Capture and Protocols are covered. Learners will analyze and capture network traffic through the use of sniffer tools and programs. Learners capture, view, and analyze network traffic in an attempt to monitor and secure the network. By the end of this course, the learner will have analyzed, applied, and evaluated IDS terminology, technologies, and protocols to secure Network traffic.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Ken Hallas	View Rates

Cryptography 10151107

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Cryptography technologies including: use of Cryptography technology, symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, hashing, and digital signatures. Learner will gain familiarity with the Cryptography technologies as related to Authentication, Integrity, Confidentiality and Non-Repudiation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Ken Hallas	View Rates

Security Capstone 10151115

3.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding cyber security investigation and analysis including; vulnerability exploits, malware analysis; and hardening of systems to protect against exploitation. Learners will investigate a compromised system and learn to analysis systems to find malicious indicators. By the end of this course, the learner will be able to detect the key areas where an exploitation may reside and use various Windows built-in tools as well as 3rd party tools to detect malicious activity.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Ken Hallas	View Rates

VPN 10151116

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Virtual Private Networks technologies including: history of VPNs, use of VPN technology, types and different platforms of VPNs; VPN configuration and security. Learner will gain familiarity with the protocols used in a virtual private network; and will configure a site to branch VPN. By the end of this course, the learner will have analyzed, applied, and evaluated various VPN technologies and the protocols to secure a Virtual Private Network.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Ken Hallas	View Rates

Programming For Security Pros 10151100

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Analyze how as a security professional you need to know how both hackers and security testers use computer programming. Learning the basic skills of programming, you won’t be an expert, but you will have a better idea of how programs are written. This basic programming understanding can help you develop custom security tools for security tests. A security tester should have the skills to modify testing tools.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Scott Biscobing	View Rates

Footprinting And Social Engineering 10151101

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Investigate how attackers gather passive information about their target from social media, search engines, various websites, etc. As a security professional you will learn the tools that attackers use to gather information and the counter-measures to reduce the likelihood of success of the attack.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Scott Biscobing	View Rates

Vulnerability Analysis 10151102

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Explore the process to produce a Vulnerability Analysis and Vulnerability Assessment as a security professional. Discover methods for improving security by locating and determining flaws before they are exploited by bad actors. Examine methods to improve security on tested systems and fixing or minimizing the risks posed by these vulnerabilities. Finally, investigate the techniques and best practices for hardening OS and services.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Scott Biscobing	View Rates

Firewall 10151106

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Firewall technologies including: most common firewall types, use of host-based software firewall technology and network hardware firewall technology. Learner will gain familiarity with firewall technologies as related to software and hardware layered approach as well as firewall rules, understanding network protocols related to firewall technology, and vendor/firewall selection.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Ken Hallas	View Rates

Security Policy 10151112

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examine a thorough grounding in information security policies used to design structure in the workplace. Develop policy that explains the will of the organization’s management in controlling the behavior of its employees with regard to the appropriate and secure use of its information and information resources. Policy is designed to create a productive and effective work environment, free from unnecessary distractions and inappropriate actions.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Scott Biscobing	View Rates

Monitoring And Logging 10151109

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines the monitoring and logging concepts for the security of IT systems andnetworks. Learners examine security log management challenges, components,guidelines, and operations. Learners examine security audit policy and critical logreview concepts.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Josh Kretzschmar	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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	View Rates
#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

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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	View Rates
#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

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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	View Rates
#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

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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	View Rates
#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

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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	View Rates
#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

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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	View Rates
#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.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	View Rates
#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

Automotive Service Experience 1 10602208

1.00 credits

Autotec

Demonstrate shop practices. Learners will practice vehicle maintenance on live customers vehicles. Emphasis on quality control of repairs, time management, techniques of customer communication (verbal and written), estimate planning, and meeting deadlines. Focus will be on first semester content.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/25/2025 – 12/12/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 25 – Dec 12 - H112 - Red Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	View Rates

Automotive Service Experience 3 10602224

1.00 credits

Autotec

Demonstrate shop practices. Learners will practice vehicle diagnosis and repairs on live customers vehicles. Emphasis on quality control of repairs, time management, techniques of customer communication (verbal and written), estimate planning, and meeting deadlines. Focus will be on third semester content.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	09/25/2025 – 12/12/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 25 – Dec 12 - H114 - Blue Auto Lab - H Building Ross Nevienski	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

Security+ 2 10151104

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines the architectures of security, securing mobile and web applications, cloud and virtualization issues, and account and access control processes. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification. Further introduces security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing, mitigating and responding to security incidents.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/06/2025 – 11/05/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 6 – Nov 5 - Online Ken Hallas	View Rates

Python For Cybersecurity 10151117

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Explore how attackers infiltrate a system to gather information and data. This course will explore how Python and Python scripts can be used to detect these attacks, and gain knowledge on how to write and use Python scripts to secure systems against cyberattacks.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online Scott Biscobing	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

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

Security+ 3 10151105

1.00 credits

IT - Security

Examines risk and the standard procedures for security, data security, cryptography, and Public Key Infrastructure and processes for mitigation. Building upon security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing, mitigating and responding to security incidents. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/10/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Nov 10 – Dec 17 - Online Ken Hallas	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