Course List - Industrial Laser Operator – Welding Certificate

The Industrial Laser Operator – Welding Certificate is a 7 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

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First Term

Weld Print Reading 1: Basic Views And Dimensions 1.00

Solidworks 1 1.00

Applied Mathematics 1 2.00

Weld Print Reading 2: Other Views And Symbols 1.00

Second Term

Welding Laser Operations 1.00

Welding Laser Programming 1.00

Credit for Prior Learning Available

Weld Print Reading 1: Basic Views And Dimensions (10442181)

1.00

Develop print interpretation skills needed in metal fabrication. Learners study orthographic projection, dimensioning, welding symbols and bill of materials. Learners apply concepts in hands-on activities, practicing basic layout skills and safe operation of saws, shears and drills.

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This table provides a quick look at how this course is being offered. Please note that course section availability, dates, times, instruction modes and locations are subject to change, so be sure to confirm details closer to registration.

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information
90 Spring	Open	Mar 31 – May 22	Apr 5	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 31 – May 22 - H127 - Computer Lab - H Building Robert Leafblad
92 Spring	Open	Mar 31 – May 20	Apr 5	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Mar 31 – May 20 - P101 - Welding Lab - Phillips Campus Adam Zogata
91 Spring	Open	Apr 1 – May 21	Apr 5	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Apr 1 – May 21 - T110 - Welding Shop/Lab - Antigo Campus Jesse Richardson
80 Fall	Open	Aug 25 – Dec 17	Aug 30	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - H127 - Computer Lab - H Building Robert Leafblad
81 Fall	Open	Aug 25 – Dec 17	Aug 30	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T110 - Welding Shop/Lab - Antigo Campus Jesse Richardson
82 Fall	Open	Aug 25 – Dec 17	Aug 30	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101 - Welding Lab - Phillips Campus Adam Zogata
01 Fall	Open	Aug 27 – Oct 15	Aug 30	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Oct 15 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H124 - Trades Classroom - H Building Jesse Richardson
02 Fall	Open	Aug 27 – Oct 15	Aug 30	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Oct 15 Wednesday 07:00 AM - 09:50 AM H122 - Trades Classroom - H Building Robert Leafblad
90 Fall	Open	Oct 20 – Dec 17	Oct 25	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - H127 - Computer Lab - H Building Robert Leafblad
91 Fall	Open	Oct 20 – Dec 17	Oct 25	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - T110 - Welding Shop/Lab - Antigo Campus Jesse Richardson
92 Fall	Open	Oct 20 – Dec 17	Oct 25	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - P101 - Welding Lab - Phillips Campus Adam Zogata

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Solidworks 1 (10606133)

1.00

Introduces the learner to basic SolidWorks commands to produce 3-dimentsional parts, assemblies and engineering drawings. The learner will master beginner level commands and have a thorough understanding of the basic operation of the software.

Industry Credentials Accepted:

SolidWorks Certified Associate Exam CSWA

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information
02VC Spring	Open	Mar 31 – May 21	Apr 5	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Mar 31 – May 21 - Online Bryan LaVigne
01 Spring	Open	Apr 1 – May 20	Apr 5	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Apr 1 – May 20 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM F206 - Computer Lab - F Building Bryan LaVigne
01VC Summer	Open	Jun 2 – Jul 29	Jun 9	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jun 2 – Jul 29 - Online Bryan LaVigne
01VC Fall	Open	Aug 25 – Dec 15	Aug 30	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Bryan LaVigne
03 Fall	Open	Aug 25 – Oct 13	Aug 30	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 13 Monday 10:30 AM - 01:50 PM F208 - Computer Lab - F Building Bryan LaVigne
02VC Fall	Open	Oct 20 – Dec 15	Oct 25	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 15 - Online Bryan LaVigne

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Applied Mathematics 1 (31804305)

2.00

Review and application of basic arithmetic skills involving whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Introduction and application of percents, area, volume, ratios and proportions will also be covered. The measurement system, angle, perimeter, square and board feet and formulas for geometric shapes as well as algebra will be taught. Keywords: Math, App Math

NTC Assessments Offered:

Test

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Weld Print Reading 2: Other Views And Symbols (10442182)

1.00

Builds on print interpretation skills developed in Weld Print Reading 1. Learners study increasingly complicated prints and welding symbols. Learners will apply concepts in hands-on activities, practicing basic layout skills and safe operation of saws, shears and drills.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information
90 Spring	Open	Mar 31 – May 22	Apr 5	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 31 – May 22 - H127 - Computer Lab - H Building Robert Leafblad
92 Spring	Open	Mar 31 – May 20	Apr 5	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Mar 31 – May 20 - P101 - Welding Lab - Phillips Campus Adam Zogata
91 Spring	Open	Apr 1 – May 21	Apr 5	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Apr 1 – May 21 - T110 - Welding Shop/Lab - Antigo Campus Jesse Richardson
80 Fall	Open	Aug 25 – Dec 17	Aug 30	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - H127 - Computer Lab - H Building Robert Leafblad
81 Fall	Open	Aug 25 – Dec 17	Aug 30	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - T110 - Welding Shop/Lab - Antigo Campus Jesse Richardson
82 Fall	Open	Aug 25 – Dec 17	Aug 30	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - P101 - Welding Lab - Phillips Campus Adam Zogata
90 Fall	Open	Oct 20 – Dec 17	Oct 25	In-Person Open Labs	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - H127 - Computer Lab - H Building Robert Leafblad
91 Fall	Open	Oct 20 – Dec 17	Oct 25	In-Person Open Labs	Antigo Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - T110 - Welding Shop/Lab - Antigo Campus Jesse Richardson
92 Fall	Open	Oct 20 – Dec 17	Oct 25	In-Person Open Labs	Phillips Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - P101 - Welding Lab - Phillips Campus Adam Zogata
01 Fall	Open	Oct 22 – Dec 17	Oct 25	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 22 – Dec 17 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H124 - Trades Classroom - H Building Jesse Richardson
02 Fall	Open	Oct 22 – Dec 17	Oct 25	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 22 – Dec 17 Wednesday 07:00 AM - 09:50 AM H122 - Trades Classroom - H Building Robert Leafblad

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Welding Laser Operations (10442145)

1.00

Develops abilities in industrial laser operation. Learners will develop start-up procedures, perform pre-operation diagnostics, preserve safety in the laser work area and manage job files. Cut quality will be emphasized in relation to cut parameters, and assessed in accordance with common acceptance criteria.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information
02 Fall	Open	Aug 28 – Oct 16	Aug 30	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Oct 16 Thursday 07:00 AM - 11:30 AM H127 - Computer Lab - H Building Veronica Hope

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Welding Laser Programming (10442142)

1.00

Develops abilities in industrial laser programming. Learners will set up software defaults, customize menus, create geometry files, assign cut parameters, optimize processing and finally create part nests. Laser use in local fabrication shops will be explored.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information
01 Fall	Open	Aug 28 – Oct 16	Aug 30	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Oct 16 Thursday 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM H127 - Computer Lab - H Building Veronica Hope

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Test-Out Option Term Definitions

Test

An exam that is scored by faculty or staff in NTC’s Testing Center.

Skill Demonstration

A performance of your expertise that is evaluated by faculty.

Combination: Test & Skill Demonstration

A combination of both a test and a skill demonstration.

Portfolio

A collection and explanation of your past learning through work or life experience.

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