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Semester 1 - All Categories

Applied Engineering 1 / 2

Free

with Danielle Krueger

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course

 Credit:  1.0 credit

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): Engineering Explorations or by teacher recommendation

Course Description:  Discover how technology has changed the world by pursuing solutions to everyday problems. While using the Scientific Method and the Engineering Design Process, learn how electricity, electronic systems, magnets, and circuits work. Understand the design process and bring your ideas to life. Explore various inventions and solutions that have solved problems across industries. Students will also use the Engineering Design Process and an Engineering Notebook to reverse engineer a product of their choice.

Basic Equipment Fundamentals (2025-26, Sem 1)

Free

with Brent Johnson

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 10-12 

Prerequisite(s): 

Course Description:  Introduces students to heavy equipment used in the construction industry, students will also be instructed on basic safety, maintenance, and communication methods that operating engineers may be exposed to. 

Notes:  Completion of this course, along with Basic Grade & Construction Math and Basic Equipment Maintenance, at a C or better makes the student eligible for a Pre-Apprenticeship Certification endorsed by Local 139–International Union of Operating Engineers. / Completion of this course at a B or better can earn apprenticeship credit at Fox Valley Technical College.

Basic Grade & Construction Math (2025-2026, Sem 1)

Free

with Davey Sapinski

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 11-12 

Prerequisite(s):  Successful completion of Geometry 

Course Description:  In this course students will learn how to use concepts and mathematical calculations with plans sheets to better familiarize themselves with the construction process.

Notes:  Completion of this course, along with Basic Equipment Fundamentals and Mobile Equipment Maintenance, at a C or better makes the student eligible for a Pre-Apprenticeship Certification endorsed by Local 139–International Union of Operating Engineers. / Completion of this course at a B or better can earn apprenticeship credit at Fox Valley Technical College.

Basic Maintenance of Mobile Equipment (2025-2026, Sem 1)

Free

with Brent Johnson

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 10-12 

Prerequisite(s): 

Course Description:   Instructs students in the basics of maintenance of heavy equipment. Students will learn about engines, hydraulic systems, powertrain systems, lubricants and electrical systems. They will also be taught preventative maintenance, how to use parts and technical manuals, shop safety and tools.

Notes:  Completion of this course, along with Basic Equipment Fundamentals and Basic Grade & Construction Math, at a C or better makes the student eligible for a Pre-Apprenticeship Certification endorsed by Local 139–International Union of Operating Engineers. / Completion of this course at a B or better can earn apprenticeship credit at Fox Valley Technical College.

Biology(1st Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free

with Alissa Carravetta

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Course Description: What is life? If you ever had this question cross your mind, then this is the course for you. Biology is the study of life!In this course, students investigate topics in cells, genetics, evolution, natural selection, taxonomy, and ecology. You will learn how to think and investigate like a scientist. It is important to learn how to critically think and solve problems, which can further be applied to making informed decisions about your own life. The program consists of in-depth online lessons including extensive animations, collaborative explorations, and hands-on laboratory experiments students can conduct at home.

 

CDL Prep (2025-2026, Quarter 2)

Free

with Brent Johnson

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Quarter Course (provided 2nd Quarter)

Credit:  .25 credit 

Grades: 12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:   Instructs students in the basics of heavy equipment operation licensure requirements followed by professional skill building and employment readiness. 

Note:  This course does not provide behind-the-wheel instruction nor completion of the Commercial Drivers License exam.  The exam must be scheduled to be taken at a local DMV testing site

Chemistry (1st Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free

with Craig Lebakken

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive survey of all key areas: atomic structure, chemical bonding and reactions, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, and more. The course uses a storyline structure that connects to real-world phenomena, and answers questions like: How can we slow the flow of energy on Earth to protect vulnerable coastal communities?; What causes lightning and why are some places sager than others when it strikes?; How could we find and use the resources we need to live beyond Earth?; Why are oysters dying, and how can we use chemistry to protect them?; and Which fuels should we design our next-generation vehicles to use?

    

 

College & Career Success

Free
Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 11-12

Course Description: This course provides learners with strategies to develop skills for success in college. Learners will work on academic skills such as test taking, note taking, reading etc. And, learners will work on other success strategies such as motivation, goal setting, interdependence, and self-awareness. Learners will apply self-management techniques, explore resource management strategies, practice study skills, and learn about ways to improve personal effectiveness. This is a dual credit course with Madison College.





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