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• Architectural Internship Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614115

  Internship is designed to provide students with on-the-job experience in actual work situations. These experiences strengthen student competencies through participation in a wide variety of occupational experiences, ranging from routine assignments to specialized work-related duties. PREREQUISITES: Appropriate technical studies courses and a minimum of one year successful associate degree program competencies and/or instructor approval.

  Offered Collegewide

  Spring 2025

• Building Estimating Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614129

  This course introduces the student to the basic methods of building estimating and systems for doing quantity surveys. Emphasis is placed on developing the skills received in preparing the kinds of estimates commonly used in architecture and building construction. Practical exercises in developing estimates for wood frame and light commercial structure are included in the course of study. PREREQUISITE: 10614170 Architectural Materials and Methods 1.

  New Richmond, Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Construction Framing 1 Undergraduate | 4 Credits

  CATALOG #32410303

  This is a lab/shop applications course that covers the operations required in building layout, and the framing of floors and walls to meet Wisconsin State Code. Competencies are learned through actual hands-on applications. COREQUISITES: 32410339 Print Reading for Building Construction, and 32804325 Applied Technical Math 1.

  Rice Lake

  Spring 2025

• CNC Machine Operation Undergraduate | 2 Credits

  CATALOG #32410320

  This course introduces the student to the development and editing of CNC programs. The basic elements of CNC machine setup and operation are covered for the production of acceptable parts. Safety concerns are also addressed. PREREQUISITE: 32804325 Applied Technical Math1.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Site Surveying Undergraduate | 1 Credit

  CATALOG #32410326

  This course is designed to provide the student with the understanding of site plans, the recontouring of sites, the use of builder's surveying equipment, and other related information. PREREQUISITES: 32410339 Print Reading for Building Construction and 32804355 Math 355.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Building Materials Estimating Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #32410329

  This course introduces the student to the basic methods of estimating and develops a system for doing quantity surveys. The course also prepares the student to make some of the kinds of estimates that are commonly used in architecture and building construction. PREREQUISITES: 32410333 Drafting for Carpentry 2 and 32804355 Math 355 or equivalent.

  Rice Lake

  Spring 2025

• Drafting for Carpentry 1 Undergraduate | 5 Credits

  CATALOG #32410332

  This course introduces students to the subject of residential design and construction. The problems faced by builders and designers before actual construction begins are emphasized. Students complete a series of detail drawings to acquaint them with the materials used and the methods of fabrication in sketching, lettering, line weights, and use of the scale are stressed. Standard house plans are utilized to acquaint the student with the drawings used in home construction. Students are also introduced to state, federal, and local codes. PREREQUISITE: 32410339 Print Reading for Building Construction.

  Rice Lake

  Spring 2025

• Drafting for Carpentry 2 Undergraduate | 5 Credits

  CATALOG #32410333

  This course introduces SoftPlan software and the use of the Uniform Dwelling Code Book. In this course the students design residential structures based on the needs of individuals. The needs and desires of the client and their family are stressed in assignments. Various types of residential structures are designed. The student is introduced to the use of models and perspective drawings in selling a design to a client. UDC regulations are stressed throughout the drawings. PREREQUISITE: 32410332 Drafting for Carpentry 1.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Print Reading for Building Construction Undergraduate | 2 Credits

  CATALOG #32410339

  This course provides instruction in reading and interpreting shop drawings, residential drawings, and commercial building plans. Emphasis is placed on building terminology and learning conventional techniques of communicating building methods from the designer to the builder. Students learn to visualize the structure and to interpret elevations, plan views, details, and sections from drawings. They also learn to read and interpret building specifications.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Basic Electrical Theory Undergraduate | 2 Credits

  CATALOG #32414340

  This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic concepts of electricity. Students will be introduced to basic electrical components such as resistors, switches, indicators, relays, and basic testing equipment. Reading wiring diagrams will be introduced during this course.

  Superior

  Spring 2025

• Electrical Systems Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #32414341

  This course introduces the student to advanced interpretation of the various wiring and ladder diagrams used in electrical systems. The selection and application of interconnecting wiring and control devices used in industrial electrical control systems will be the focus of this course. COREQUISITE: 32414340 Basic Electrical Theory.

  Superior

  Spring 2025

• Industrial Systems Control Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #32414343

  This course is designed to introduce the student to the basics of the programmable logic controllers used in industry. Training in ladder logic, logic gates, Boolean equations, and truth tables will be given. Basic program and troubleshooting will be the focus of this course. COREQUISITE: 32414340 Basic Electrical Theory.

  Superior

  Spring 2025

• Advanced PLC Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #32414380

  This course will provide a foundation for working with microprocessor controls. Students will learn the theory and application of electrical principles as they are applied to control systems found in industry. The learner will use trainers and machine components to provide recognition and understanding of modern microprocessor-based control systems. PREREQUISITE: 32454345 Packaging Systems Equipment Control.

  New Richmond

  Fall 2024

• Transit for Plumbers Continuing Education

  CATALOG #47427450

  Transit for Plumbers is intended to familiarize tradespersons with legal descriptions of land, land use, and related codes or standards. Students learn to set up builder's level and/or transits and will learn to take readings for use on construction sites.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Plumbing Applications Continuing Education

  CATALOG #47427455

  Examine a variety of real-life applications used in the plumbing trades. See class notes for specific details for each course.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Cabinet and Furniture Making 1 Undergraduate | 5 Credits

  CATALOG #32410300

  This is a lab/shop/theory application. This course covers the basics of cabinet and furniture construction. Fundamental machine operations and safety rules are taught. The students are required to construct, by approved machine methods, the common joints used in good construction. The study of wood and other materials, hand tools and bench work, shop drawing, design, and layout are a part of the basic course.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Advanced Construction Framing (WBL) Undergraduate | 4 Credits

  CATALOG #32410304

  This is a lab/shop/theory application. This course provides instruction in current application techniques of various building materials as applied to construction work on residential/light commercial buildings. The course of study encompasses the procedures of appropriate safe skills and knowledge required to construct/install rafters, roofing, materials, siding, insulations, stairs, platforms, decks, floor coverings, wall coverings, and related materials. PREREQUISITE: 32410315 Construction Framing 2.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Plumbing: Isometric Interpret & Drawing Continuing Education

  CATALOG #47427435

  Students will learn how to read an isometric drawing, understand pipe layout and how to transform the isometric drawing to a real piping situation. Students will also learn how to draw an isometric drawing while mapping a particular piping situation.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Production Cabinetmaking Undergraduate | 5 Credits

  CATALOG #32410334

  This is a lab/shop/theory application course that focuses on finishing and fine tolerances of the cabinet making trade. This course will provide the skills needed for advanced production cabinetmaking, including materials cut lists, ordering, setting up machines for production cabinetmaking, assembly as well as production wood finishes. PREREQUISITE: 32410302 Cabinet and Furniture Making 2.

  Rice Lake

  Spring 2025

• Interior Finish Undergraduate | 5 Credits

  CATALOG #32410335

  This is a lab/shop/theory application that deals with finishing and fine tolerances of the construction trade. Hands-on techniques of installing trim and molding, and designing and building cabinets are covered. PREREQUISITE: 32410302 Cabinet and Furniture Making 2 and COREQUISITE: 32410334 Production Cabinetmaking.

  Rice Lake

  Spring 2025

• Site Design Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614165

  The course focuses on the fundamental design issues of the building site with an introduction to land surveying and topography, land planning and zoning, and environmental regulations. The lab portion of the course provides an opportunity to develop site analysis and design skills through the development of an architectural commercial site design project. PREREQUISITE: 10614176 Architectural Technology 1.

  Offered Collegewide

  Spring 2025

• Construction Framing 2 Undergraduate | 4 Credits

  CATALOG #32410353

  This is a lab/theory course that covers the operations required in building layout and the framing of floors, walls, roofs, and stairs. The learner will learn the importance of building an energy-efficient home, and will be performing energy tests with diagnostic tools. Competencies are learned through lecture and actual hands-on applications. PREREQUISITES: 32410339 Print Reading for Building Construction, 32804325 Applied Technical Math 1, and COREQUISITE: 32410303 Construction Framing 1.

  Rice Lake

  Spring 2025

• Vents and Venting Systems Undergraduate | 2 Credits

  CATALOG #50427752

  This course is designed to provide the apprentice with the skills to identify and design sanitary vent piping in a plumbing system in accordance with the Wisconsin Plumbing Code. The course focuses on theory, work experience, and the application of plumbing code principles through discussions, drawing exercises, work sheets, and evaluations.

  Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Plumbing Advanced Topics / TSA Undergraduate | 2 Credits

  CATALOG #50427758

  This course provides the apprentice with the opportunity to select and complete an applied plumbing project in collaboration with the instructor. Projects will apply the skills required to identify, design, install and service various plumbing applications that are listed in plumbing codes. Apprentices will use the code language and tables to in various plumbing systems in accordance with the Wisconsin Plumbing Code. The course builds upon the theory, work experience, and the application of plumbing code principles addressed in previous coursework to support completing an applied hands-on project.

  Ashland

  Fall 2024

• DC Electricity Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #32414335

  This course is an introduction to electricity. The focus will be on direct current as used in industry. You will learn the basics of series, parallel and combination circuits. You will develop skills in circuit analysis, and electrical measurement using a digital multimeter.

  New Richmond, Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• AC Electricity Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #32414336

  This course is an introduction to alternating current electricity as used in industry. You will study series and parallel alternating current circuits that contain inductance and capacitance, as well as, single and three phase transformers, direct current, single phase and three phase motors. PREREQUISITE: 32414335 DC Electricity.

  New Richmond, Rice Lake

  Fall 2024, Spring 2025

• Architectural Drafting and Design 1 Undergraduate | 4 Credits

  CATALOG #10614172

  This course introduces graphic representation in construction. It covers the fundamentals of drafting including line work, lettering, measuring, sketching, projections, and pictorial drawings. Students will use the aforementioned fundamentals to complete a set of drawings for a residence. COREQUISITES: 10614170 Architectural Materials and Methods 1 and 10614176 Architectural Technology 1.

  Offered Collegewide

  Fall 2024

• Architectural Technology 1 Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614176

  AutoCAD and related architectural software is utilized to teach learners the fundamentals of architectural computer-aided drafting. Topics from CAD applications in architecture and the equipment required to do actual drafting, modifying, and plotting operations are covered.

  Offered Collegewide

  Fall 2024

• Architectural Materials and Methods 1 Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614170

  This course introduces the student to the materials and methods used in wood frame construction. It familiarizes students with components of modern construction for the purpose of selecting the materials best suited to various construction jobs.

  Offered Collegewide

  Fall 2024

• Architectural Drafting and Design 2 Undergraduate | 4 Credits

  CATALOG #10614173

  This course introduces the student to the design principles needed for wood frame structures and incorporates the many aspects of building aesthetics and working drawings. The final assignment is to plan a set of drawings for a wood frame commercial building. PREREQUISITE: 10614172 Architectural Drafting and Design 1 and 10614176 Architectural Technology 1.

  Offered Collegewide

  Spring 2025

• Mechanical Systems Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614179

  This course introduces basic principles of plumbing and electrical systems along with heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems in building design and construction. These systems are studied in the context of the overall building design with emphasis on materials, equipment systems design, engineering principles, and sustainable design practices. PREREQUISITE: 10614172 Architectural Drafting and Design 1 and 10614176 Architectural Technology 1

  Offered Collegewide

  Spring 2025

• Architectural Technology 2 Undergraduate | 2 Credits

  CATALOG #10614177

  This course is an introduction to the application of BIM software in architectural drafting. Students will apply Revit Architecture software to create a three-dimensional building model that allows for deliverables such as floor plans, building sections, exterior elevations, and schedules. The building model will include walls, openings, floors, stairs, roofs, foundations, and footings. Topics such as datum, annotation, modifying family types, and profiles will be covered. PREREQUISITE: 10614170 Architectural Materials and Methods 1.

  Offered Collegewide

  Spring 2025

• Architectural Drafting and Design 3 Undergraduate | 5 Credits

  CATALOG #10614174

  IIn this course the student learns the design principles needed for creating working drawings for multi-level commercial buildings. This course starts with units on accessibility and space planning. As the course progresses, students complete a set of construction documents while applying building codes and incorporating various structural building materials such as precast concrete, masonry, and steel. PREREQUISITES: 10614173 Architectural Drafting and Design 2 and 10614177 Architectural Technology 2 and COREQUISITE: 10614171 Architectural Materials and Methods 2.

  New Richmond, Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Architectural Materials and Methods 2 Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614171

  This course introduces the student to commercial building materials. Students draw connection details for concrete, steel, and masonry and combinations thereof. Commercial building code analysis and construction practices such as the design process, bidding, and construction administration are also covered. PREREQUISITE: 10614170 Architectural Materials and Methods 1

  New Richmond, Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Architectural Drafting and Design 4 Undergraduate | 5 Credits

  CATALOG #10614175

  This final semester course is designed to prepare the student for the challenges of working in an architectural office. The major portion of the course is finalizing a set of architectural working drawings for a commercial building. The course also includes architectural office orientation, specifications, architectural group projects, and commercial building planning considerations as well as several activities directed toward successful job-hunting skills. PREREQUISITE: 10614174 Architectural Drafting and Design 3

  Offered Collegewide

  Spring 2025

• Architectural Technology 3 Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614178

  This course builds upon students’ prior experience from other courses in which Revit has been instrumental in developing projects. Students will spend part of their time learning advanced concepts in Revit such as creating and editing families, exploring interoperability, exploring 3D viewing options, and other advanced features. Throughout the course, students will also apply those concepts to a project of their choosing. PREREQUISITE: 10614177 Architectural Technology 2.

  Online

  Spring 2025

• Structural Analysis and Design Undergraduate | 3 Credits

  CATALOG #10614180

  Basic concepts of design as applied to steel and timber beams and columns, as well as concrete bases, slabs, columns, and foundations are developed. Emphasis is on developing a sound conception of the related problems faced by the architect, contractor, construction superintendent, and distributors in planning and erecting buildings. PREREQUISITE: 10804196 Trigonometry with Applications.

  Offered Collegewide

  Spring 2025

• Site Layout & Advanced Exterior Systems Undergraduate | 2 Credits

  CATALOG #50410777

  Course competencies align with NCCER level 4 learning outcomes. Advanced carpentry course topics include site layout, angular and distance measurement, advanced roofing systems, and advanced exterior wall systems.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Construction Practices 1 Undergraduate | 4 Credits

  CATALOG #32476305

  In this course, students learn safe buried construction practices for utility services, including using hardware components and equipment for rigging and installation. Students also operate a variety of construction machinery in a controlled site environment and practice maintenance procedures. The course covers hand and power tool operations, loading and unloading machinery to meet DOT regulations, and detained information on the installation, structure, and components of electric, telephone, cable, and broadband systems. The module emphasizes how underground utility systems work and coordinate with 811.

  Rice Lake

  Fall 2024

• Construction Practices 2 Undergraduate | 4 Credits

  CATALOG #32476306

  Introduces the process of planning and executing underground utility services on various types of construction projects. The use of heavy equipment safely such as backhoe, mini excavator, directional drills, vac system and other specialized equipment. Students will perform excavation next to live networks. Students will complete HDD & Vac system online learning certification.

  Rice Lake

  Spring 2025

• Building Automation Continuing Education

  CATALOG #47413406

  In this supplemental electrical-apprenticeship course, students will examine lighting and residential fire systems, determine bonding requirements for various facilities, and apply power supplies in various situations. This course also will focus on uninterruptible system power supply installation requirements as apprentices enhance their skills.

  Online

  Spring 2025