Course Descriptions
College 101 10890101 Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages reflective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Math-Algebra / Trades 10804312 Signed numbers , order of operations , scientific notation , metric units / measurement , calculator operations , algebra , introductory trigonometry , Pythagorean Theorem , solving right triangles . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Arith score greater / equal to 237 AND Rdg score greater / equal to 237 ; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to 9.2 AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.3 ; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to 602 AND Rdg greater / equal to 567 ; OR ACT Math score greater / equal to 14 AND ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 15 ; OR prep courses-contact academic advisor 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
Welding-Gas Service 1 31442315 Position pipe welding utilizing oxyacetylene and gas metal arc welding , welding safety , weld faults and causes , weld joint design , and fitup . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into Gas Utility Construction & Service ; Corequisite : 10-804-312 , Math-Algebra Trades ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
Gas Utility Field Trng 1 31469311 Construction equipment safety and operation ( trenching , backhoe , boring ), equipment maintenance , gas and vehicular safety , and field mapping . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into Gas Utility Construction & Service ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
CDL Preparation Training 10413350 This course is designed to prepare students for the Wisconsin Class A Commercial Drivers License ( CDL ) pre-trip inspection . Preparation will also be given for taking the State DOT written test including general knowledge , air brakes and combination vehicles . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into Gas Utility Construction & Service , Electrical Power Distribution , or Telecommunications programs ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
Metallurgy 10422100 Manufacture of iron and steel , mechanical and physical properties of metals , metal identification , macro and microscopic grain structures , welding metallurgy , applied heat treating processes , and weld failures and fractures . Course Typically Offered :
Advanced Utility Equipment 31469313 Equipment operation standards for the safe use of industry specific equipment . In depth study into Hydraulic , electrical , and pneumatic equipment safe practices and operation . Introduction in proper rigging and shoring practices with a focus on safety standards throughout the industry . ( Pre-Requisite : 314-469-311 , Gas Utility Field Training 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Gas Utility Field Trng 2 31469320 Natural gas line installation standards for plastic pressure testing , fusion , leak detection procedures , general installation procedures and repair of plastic mains and services , introduction to propane gas systems and safety . ( Prerequisite : 31-469-311 , Gas Utility Field Training 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Welding-Gas Service 2 31442325 Position pipe welding utilizing gas metal arc welding and shielded metal arc welding processes , pipe fitup , and pipe weld testing according to API 1104 code . ( Prerequisite : 31-442-315 , Welding-Gas Service 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Gas Utility Field Trng 3 31469330 Installation and repair of steel mains and services , applied field welding and maintenance , line testing and leak detection procedures , approved safety installation procedures using hand tools and supportive equipment . ( Prerequisite : 31-469-320 , Gas Utility Field Training 2 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Communicating-Writing 31801385 Writing techniques , memos , letters , descriptions , instructions , and the job-seeking process ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 237 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Gas Utility Field Trng 4 31469341 Installation , maintenance , and repair of residential gas appliances , venting codes , line stoppering equipment , corrosion control , regulators , metering , first aid , and customer service training . Electrical sources / circuits in gas appliances , safe practices , test equipment , reading wiring diagrams , gas / electrical control functions , ignition systems , sequence of operation and troubleshooting . ( Prerequisite : 31-469- 330 , Gas Utility Field Training 3 ; 31-469-345 , Basic Electricity for Gas Appliances ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Communicating Effectively 31801386 Interpersonal communication , including the function of interpersonal communication , listening techniques , perception , non-verbal communication , language , self-concept , conflict resolution and customer service . ( Prerequisite : One of the following or the equivalent : Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater ; satisfactory reading assessment scores or 10-838-105 , Intro to Reading & Study Skills with " B " or better ). Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
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