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Intro to Motion Graphics 47206104

0.30 credits

Visual Communication

$550.00

Learn how to use Adobe After Effects to create basic animation with text and shapes. We'll begin by covering the After Effects interface, creating a composition and various shapes. You'll then learn how to work with keyframes and properties to animate objects and export them to share. You'll have a chance to experiment and animate to music.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#PD001 Fall	Open	08/04/2025 – 08/08/2025	08/04/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 4 – Aug 8 Friday, Monday, Wednesday 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	$550.00

VFX, Compositing & Color 10206164

2.00 credits

Visual Communication

Explores professional visual effects software for the effective completion of professional post-production design applications. Learners will explore compositing tools, video effects, motion tracking, filters, 3D lighting and camera effects, and color grading techniques in the creation of enhanced visuals.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Jordan Innes	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:20 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	View Rates

Advanced Editing Techniques 10206156

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

Develops non-linear editing techniques through hands-on project applications using professional post-production software. Learners will utilize advanced editing concepts and techniques to create polished video projects for publishing on the web. In this course learners will edit documentary, narrative and music video footage and utilize effects filters and titling to complete professional edits.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Jordan Innes	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	View Rates

Video Production: Studio 10206154

4.00 credits

Visual Communication

Introduces professional lighting equipment, lighting techniques and cinema camera operation for use on studio projects. Learners will manipulate light to create a variety of effects in a diverse set of scenarios and utilize different types of cinema camera equipment, support tools and techniques for use in studio projects. Learners will examine advanced equipment, vocabulary and techniques unique to the studio environment including the use of green screen, creation of camera movement and working in a variety of crew positions to support a production.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Jila Nikpay	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	View Rates

Film & Video: Language And Technique 10206152

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

Introduces learners to the audio-visual vocabulary, tools and technology utilized in motion picture production, post-production and animation through a mix of lecture, video screenings and discussion. Learners will be exposed to a variety of videos, films, genres and technical innovations. This course provides a basic understanding of critical theories and communication principles necessary for anyone pursuing a career in film/video/animation production.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Jordan Innes	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/28/2025 – 12/11/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H106 - Theater Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	View Rates

Industrial Electronics Technology 5 - Advanced Electrical Characteristics 10660127

1.00 credits

Electronics Foundation

Analyze advanced concepts of direct and alternating current (DC & AC) and expand the knowledge of electrical circuitry. Various equipment will be studied that converts AC to DC and also that inverts DC to AC. The effects of varying frequency on AC filter circuits will be explored through labs. The usage of various voltage regulators will be also be covered. IET 5 expands on concepts learned in IET 1, IET 2, and IET 3 and will continue to be expanded upon in IET 6.

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 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM I110 - Classroom - I Building Bryan Schroder Aug 25 – Sep 17 Monday, Wednesday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates

Intro To Microcontrollers 10660121

1.00 credits

Electronics Foundation

Introduces the microcontroller, a tiny computer which uses digital inputs and outputs to control electrical/electronic circuits. A Basic Stamp microcontroller will be programmed via a USB port to a PC using a PBASIC editor program. It will then be connected to digital inputs such as switches and sensors and used to control output circuits such as LED displays, DC motors, relays, buzzers and servo motors.

7 Course Sections

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 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM I112 - Classroom - I Building Benjamin Effa Aug 25 – Sep 17 Monday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Benjamin Effa	View Rates
#80 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#81 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#82 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#90 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#91 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#92 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates

Video Foundation Intensive 10206162

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

Introduces the process and workflow of video production from concept to completion by translating story ideas into compelling cinematic language through storyboarding, shot-list, cinematography, and post-production. Learners explore the five elements of film language for visual storytelling while learning the fundamentals of camera operation, audio capture and video editing.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Jila Nikpay	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/28/2025 – 12/11/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	View Rates

Documentary Production 10206155

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

Introduces the equipment, vocabulary and techniques unique to shooting video projects outside of the studio setting. Learners will utilize professional cameras and lenses to complete a short documentary project. Emphasis will be placed on interview techniques, use of natural light, capturing production audio, location scouting, shooting b-roll and improvisation.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Jila Nikpay	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jila Nikpay	View Rates

Creative Process 10206161

1.00 credits

Visual Communication

Develops a creative process by imagining, sharing, revising, and reflecting on their dream project. Throughout this process, they consider technology, technique, and taste, the breadth of their knowledge, and how it impacts their visual style. Later, they apply this creative process to explore how personal and assignment-based projects could move beyond the formulaic approach using their creativity and available resources.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Jordan Innes	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/13/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 13 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building Jordan Innes Aug 25 – Oct 13 Monday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	View Rates

Video Pre-production 10206150

3.00 credits

Visual Communication

Develops the pre-production components for video or animation assignments. Learners develop the blueprints for effective and manageable video and animation projects by developing concepts, creating loglines, examining principles of storytelling, outlining, script formatting, preparing for documentary production, examining linear vs. non-linear structures, creating a production plan and budget, scheduling and storyboarding.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Jordan Innes	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H101 - Film Lab - H Building Jordan Innes	View Rates

Industrial Electronics Technology 3 - Electronic Circuits And Devices 10660125

1.00 credits

Electronics Foundation

Introduces the fundamentals associated with the properties of silicon controlled devices used in industry. Both DC and AC operating characteristics will be explored as well as the application of silicon controlled devices used in industrial circuit controls. Circuit analysis utilizes project based labs where students experience the practical application of skills learned in IET 1 and 2.

7 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#81 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#82 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 09/18/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Sep 18 Thursday, Tuesday 10:00 AM - 12:50 PM I110 - Classroom - I Building Bryan Schroder Aug 26 – Sep 18 Thursday, Tuesday 10:00 AM - 12:50 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#90 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#91 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#92 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates

Industrial Electronics Technology 4 - Electrical Systems 10660126

1.00 credits

Electronics Foundation

Introduce the concepts of electrical systems including transformers, the potential dangers of electrical power and the application and safety standards related to electrical power components. Utility, industrial and alternative power generation and distribution systems are discussed. Advanced concepts including power factor correction are covered. Laboratory activities are performed to verify the theory.

7 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#81 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#82 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#01 Fall	Open	09/23/2025 – 10/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 23 – Oct 16 Thursday, Tuesday 10:00 AM - 12:50 PM I110 - Classroom - I Building Bryan Schroder Sep 23 – Oct 16 Thursday, Tuesday 10:00 AM - 12:50 PM I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#90 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#91 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#92 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates

Electrical Fabrication 10660118

1.00 credits

Electronics Foundation

Develops the principles of electrical fabrication. Emphasis will be given to the practical application of interpreting engineering drawings, wiring machine components and troubleshooting electrical panels.

7 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Matt Jacobson	View Rates
#81 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Matt Jacobson	View Rates
#82 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Matt Jacobson	View Rates
#90 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Matt Jacobson	View Rates
#91 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Matt Jacobson	View Rates
#92 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Matt Jacobson	View Rates
#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 I110 - Classroom - I Building Bryan Schroder Nov 17 – Dec 17 Monday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates

Industrial Electronics Technology 1 - Direct Current Electrical Characteristics 10660123

1.00 credits

Electronics Foundation

Introduces the fundamental principles of direct current (DC) and the effects of resistance, capacitance and inductance operating within the DC electrical and magnetic fields. Circuit analysis utilizes project based labs where students experience the practical application of Ohm’s, Watt’s, Kirchhoff’s and Lenz’s laws. Learning experiences in IET 1 will be continued and expanded upon in IET 2.

8 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#81 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#82 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#01 Fall	Open	09/23/2025 – 10/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Sep 23 – Oct 16 Thursday, Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder Sep 23 – Oct 16 Thursday, Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM I110 - Classroom - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	10/17/2025 – 12/12/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 17 – Dec 12 Friday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM I104A - AME Lab - I Building Benjamin Effa Oct 17 – Dec 12 Friday 08:00 AM - 10:50 AM I112 - Classroom - I Building Benjamin Effa	View Rates
#90 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#91 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#92 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates

Industrial Electronics Technology 2 - Alternating Current Electrical Characteristics 10660124

1.00 credits

Electronics Foundation

Introduces the fundamental principles of alternating current (AC) and the effects of resistance, capacitance and inductance operating at 60 Hertz (Hz) single phase within the AC electrical and magnetic fields. Circuit analysis uses project based labs where students experience the practical application of Ohm’s, Watt’s, and Faraday’s laws. Learning experiences in IET 2 build upon those in IET 1 and will be continued and expanded upon in IET 3.

7 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#80 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#81 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#82 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#90 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - I104A - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#91 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T112 - IEM Lab - Antigo Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#92 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101B - IEMT Lab - Phillips Campus Bryan Schroder	View Rates
#01 Fall	Open	10/21/2025 – 11/13/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 21 – Nov 13 Thursday, Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder Oct 21 – Nov 13 Thursday, Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM I110 - Classroom - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates

Industrial Electronics Technology 6 - Advanced Digital Concepts 10660128

1.00 credits

Electronics Foundation

Apply advanced concepts involving digital electronics and electronic devices. Operational characteristics of advanced digital circuits will be explored and analyzed. Project based labs will allow learners to demonstrate an understanding of digital integrated circuits including combinational logic, counter circuits and storage circuits. IET 6 expands on IET 3 and IET 5.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	11/18/2025 – 12/16/2025	10/25/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Nov 18 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM I104B - AME Lab - I Building Bryan Schroder Nov 18 – Dec 16 Thursday, Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM I110 - Classroom - I Building Bryan Schroder	View Rates