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
Renewable Energy & Sustainab 10480101 An overview of various renewable energy technologies and sustainable design practices and their current applications . Emphasis will be placed on policies , renewable energy production , green products and jobs . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
College Technical Math 1A 10804113 Topics include solving linear equations ; graphing ; percent ; proportions ; measurement systems ; computational geometry ; and right triangle trigonometry . Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Arithmetic score greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg score greater / equal to 250 ; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to 12.7 AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.8 ; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to 780 AND Rdg greater / equal to 573 ; OR ACT Math score greater / equal to 15 AND ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Introduction to AC / DC 10660116 Introduces the concepts of AC and DC power and basic circuits . Using a multimeter , students learn about voltage , current , and resistance in both AC and DC circuits . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Intro to Solar 10482126 An overview of the use of sunlight to produce heat and electricity and the practical and economical use of solar power and solar thermal systems . Learn the importance of energy efficiency and the economics of solar hybrid designs . Course Typically Offered : Fall
General Physics 1 10806154 Applications / theory of basic physics principles : problem-solving , laboratory investigation , and applications including unit conversion and analysis , vectors , translational and rotational kinematics / dynamics , heat / temperature , and harmonic motion and waves . ( Prereq : 2.6 GPA & Alg 2 or equiv w / C or better ; OR Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 263 , Arith greater / equal to 250 , & QRAS greater / equal to 250 ; OR ACT Reading greater / equal to 17 & Math greater / equal to 21 ; OR Coll Tech Math 1A OR Int Alg w / C or better ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Machine Fabrication 1 10442150 A study of joining processes including welding , brazing , soldering , mechanical fasteners and adhesives . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
MS Excel Intro 10103131 Creating worksheets , enhancing worksheet appearance , moving data between worksheets and workbooks , using formulas and functions , creating charts and using clip art . Windows experience improves success . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
College Technical Math 1B 10804114 Topics include : performing operations on polynomials ; solving quadratic and rational equations ; formula rearrangement ; solving systems of equations ; and oblique triangle trigonometry . Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems . ( Prerequisite : 10-804-113 , Tech Math 1A with grade C or better ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Automation 1 : Control Logic 10664100 Electric motor control components such as switches , relays , starters , transformers ; and safely mount and install motor and motor control components and perform related wiring and troubleshooting of motor control circuits . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Fluids 1 : Basic Pneumatics 10620100 What fluid power is , differentiate between hydraulics and pneumatics , implement basic pneumatic circuits , utilize schematics , apply Pascal ' s Law , define properties of fluids , implement airflow control and hydraulics cylinder circuits . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Digital 1 : Logic 10660101 AND , OR , NOT , NAND , NOR , logic operation using switch logic , ladder logic , and gate logic . Simplification methods using Boolean theorems and Karnaugh Maps , and timing diagram analysis . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Photovoltaics-Design & Site 10482132 Learn steps to performing a site audit prior to installation of a PV system . Focus on defining the solar window , system site placement , system sizing and design , load analysis and energy efficiency concepts . ( Corequisite : 10-482-126 , Intro to Solar ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Machine Wiring and Safety 10620140 Introduction to machine wiring , including basic documentation , labeling , and wiring practices ; an overview of NFPA 79 machinery , safety and installation standards . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Digital 2 : Sequential 478 10660102