Construction and Electrical Courses
Unlock the language of construction with this Introduction to Blueprint Reading course! Perfect for beginners and those looking to enhance their skills, this class covers essential blueprint symbols, scales, and line types. You'll learn to read floor plans, elevations, and sections while interpreting dimensions, notes, and material callouts. With hands-on practice using real-world blueprints, you'll gain the confidence to navigate construction drawings in architecture, design, and beyond.
#11959, Commercial Avenue Campus, 6/10, Tuesday, 5-9 PM Instructor: William Kojis
This class focuses on the fundamentals of Civil 3D and is appropriate for civil drafters, designers, and engineers new to Civil 3D. In particular you will learn how to work with points, parcels, and surfaces; develop gradings, horizontal and vertical alignments, assemblies and perform basic corridor modeling. Prior to taking this class the student should have a fundamental understanding of surveying, mapping and civil engineering concepts including elevations, contours, stationing, and alignments. Students can earn CEUs for taking this class.
#36438, Truax Main Campus, 9/9-10/28, Tuesday, 6-9 PM Instructor: Richard Schneider
Take your Revit skills to the next level with Dynamo for Revit. This hands-on course introduces you to the fundamentals of visual programming and computational design—powerful tools that are transforming the AEC industry. You’ll learn to create flexible, rule-based models, develop custom scripts, and automate repetitive tasks in Revit. Whether you’re aiming to streamline your workflow or explore advanced design possibilities, this course offers a fun, practical entry point into the future of BIM. Stay ahead of the curve by adding cutting-edge Dynamo skills to your toolkit. Who Should Enroll: Perfect for architects, designers, engineers, and Revit users who want to future-proof their workflows, explore computational design, and unlock new creative potential. No coding experience required.
#37138, Truax-Main Building, 9/23-10/28, Tuesday, 6-8 PM Instructor: Reinaldo Velazquez
Our Dwelling Contractor Initial Qualifier course meets all the State of Wisconsin education requirements for getting your DCQ license. This course can be done at your own pace. This course covers an overview of Wisconsin's construction laws, an introduction into Uniform Dwelling Code and required content of best construction business practices.
Self-paced, Online Course, 12 Hours Instructor: Steve Rewey
This course covers the use of all the tools required to operate as a successful professional manager. You will learn all aspects of a construction project, understanding business structure, administration contracts, blue print constructability review, estimating, project scheduling and all facets of coordination to close out the project. Class exercises develop skills you can use on the job.
#36316, Online Live, 10/4-10/18, Saturday, 10 AM-2 PM Instructor: Pearl Lawson
Our Dwelling Contractor Continuing Education course meets all the State of Wisconsin education requirements for 12 hours of Continuing Education for renewing your DCQ license for a 2 year term. This course is done at your own pace. This course covers an overview of Wisconsin's construction laws, and introduction into Uniform Dwelling Code and required content of best construction business practices.
Self-paced, Online Course, 12 Hours Instructor: Steve Rewey
This is an introduction to Computer Aided Design using the industry-standard software Autodesk AutoCAD and will cover document setup, customizations, two-dimensional drawing, modifications, dimensioning, and document layout for printing. Competency in Windows operating system is required.
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Ready to take charge of your home’s electrical needs? This hands-on course is perfect for homeowners eager to learn the essentials of electrical systems, perform basic repairs, and complete upgrades with confidence and safety. Dive into topics like understanding circuits, troubleshooting common issues, and safely installing outlets, switches, and light fixtures—all under expert guidance. From mastering the fundamentals of electricity to learning about tools, materials, and local code compliance, this course equips you with the skills and knowledge to handle simple electrical projects with ease. Guided demonstrations and supervised practice ensure you gain real-world experience while building confidence in your DIY abilities. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your home maintenance toolkit, this course is your first step to mastering home electrical systems safely and effectively!
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