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Wisc-Online, started by Fox Valley Technical College, is a nonprofit platform providing free, high-quality learning objects to learners worldwide. Since 1999, it has offered mobile-friendly, interactive resources that make complex concepts easier to understand while supporting workforce training, academic success, and lifelong learning.
With millions of monthly users, Wisc-Online empowers learners to study at their own pace or connect with others. Backed by award-winning instructional design and collaboration across the Wisconsin Technical College System, Wisc-Online continues to expand access to innovative, effective educational tools for students, educators, and professionals.
Learning Objects
Dive into Wisc-Online’s rich collection of learning objects — bite-sized, interactive, and designed for real learning. These modular digital tools include animations, drag-and-drop exercises, quizzes, videos, and more. You can explore topics across STEM, arts, humanities, career skills, and beyond. Each learning object is crafted to help learners actively engage with content—reviewing, applying, self-checking—in a way that’s flexible and self-paced.
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Learning Object
Calculating Formula Weight and Molecular Weight
In this interactive object, learners calculate formula and molecular weights by working through five examples and two problems.
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Calculating Gas Density from Standard Molar Volume
Learners calculate gas density from the standard molar volume and observe how the density increases with the increasing molecular weight of the gas.
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Calculating Horsepower, RPM, and Torque
In this animated and interactive object, learners examine the formula for horsepower and work practice problems.
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drives, hh0001, horsepower, jj0001, mechanical, motors, power, rpm, shafts, torque, work
Calculating Lengths for Tube Bending
The learner reads an explanation of how to determine lengths for tubing and pipe bending and then performs calculations in an interactive exercise. Two methods for determining angle bends are shown. A calculator is required.
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bender, bending, forming, pipe, tube, tubing
Calculating Speeds and Feeds for Milling Machines
This video will walk through how to calculate speeds and feeds for drilling parts on a milling machine.
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Cut speed, Machine Tool, Mill, shop
Calculating Turning Speeds & Feeds
This document is a visual and text description of Calculating Turning Speeds & Feeds on a lathe.
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feeds, lathe, speeds
Calibrating a Depth Micrometer (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review the steps for calibrating the length of depth micrometer measuring rods.
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adjusting, calibrate, depth, how do I calibrate a micrometer, measuring, micrometer, nut, rods
Calling Programs from Inputs
Robotic welding is an increasingly popular tool used in industrial welding applications. Knowing how to program the robot is key. Explore how to improve your programming skills by using if-then-else, calls and unconditional jumps in this learning activity.
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call, jump, label, loop, robot, weld, welding
Calls and Unconditional Jumps
Robotic welding is an increasingly popular tool used in industrial welding applications. Knowing how to program the robot is key. Explore how to improve your programming skills by using calls and unconditional jumps in this learning activity.
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call, jump, label, loop, robot, weld, welding
Capacitive Reactance Practice Problems
Students solve problems on the determination of total capacitive reactance of series-parallel capacitors.
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aa0006, capacitor, parallel, reactance, series
Capacitor Values (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the physical facets that determine the value of a capacitor.
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aa0003, capacitance, capacitor, capacitors, farads, microfarads, value
Capacitors Series - Parallel: Practice Problems
Students complete 10 practice problems.
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aa0003, capacitors, dc, parallel, series
Capillary Dynamics (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the movement of fluid within the vascular system.
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anatomy
Carbide Tool Geometry
The learner will use the ANSI Insert Identification System to identify and select carbide tools.
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american national standards institute, ansi, ansi standards, carbide insert, chipbreaker, corner radius, inscribed circle, insert type, neutral rake inserts, side rakes, top rakes, turning machines
Carbohydrate Digestion (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the steps of carbohydrate digestion.
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amylase, atp, carbohydrates, digestion, disaccharides, energy, enzymes, liver, monosaccharides, pancreas, pancreatic, polysaccharides, salivary
Cardiac Marker Case Studies
The learner will learn how to understand, interpret, and correlate cardiac marker test results.
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cardiac, ck, creatine, interpreting, kinase, laboratory, markers, mb, tests, troponin
Categories of Acquired Immunity
In this learning activity you'll evaluate the immune response including active, passive, natural, and artificial immunity.
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Active, Artificial immunity, Natural, Passive, Types of immunity, What are the different types of immunity
Cell-Based Models: Organoids and Organs-on-Chips
In this module, you will explore the many kinds of cell models and learn about the ways they differ from animal models.
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cell-based model, Organoid, Organs-on-Chips
Chain of Infection
In this interactive object, learners identify nursing actions that help to prevent the spread of infection.
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agents, host, isolation, reservoir, transmission, vectors
Chain of Infection
In this interactive object, learners identify nursing actions that help to prevent the spread of infection.
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agents, host, isolation, reservoir, transmission, vectors
Changes in Our World: Chemical and Physical (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the kinds of physical and chemical changes that occur in substances.
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chemical, Physical
Changing Gears and Setting the Backlash
In this video, you’ll learn how to make changes to an engine lathe.
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bedways, gear train, gearbox, Gears, headstock, Lathe, Machine Tool
Changing a Decimal to a Fraction (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll explore how to change a decimal to a fraction and learn a method to visually check the fraction for accuracy.
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converting a decimal to a fraction, how to change a decimal to a fraction
Charging Time Constants of an RC Circuit (Screencast)
In this animated object, students view an explanation of how current, voltage, and the charge on a capacitor of a series RC circuit change during five time constants. A short quiz completes the activity.
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aa0003, capacitor, charge, charging, circuit, constants, rc, time
Chemical Formulas
Students read an explanation of chemical formulas in this animated activity. A quiz completes the object.
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chemical
Chemical Hair Bonds: The Hydrogen Bond (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the properties of the hydrogen bond and how the bond changes when hair is shampooed or styled.
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bond, crosslink, curling, hydrogen, side, styling, thermal, wet
Chemistry Math - Solving a Formula (Screencast)
Students use algebra to rearrange formulas and solve for the missing volume, density, or mass quantity.
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conversions, density, gas, laws, temperature
Choosing the Right Fire Extinguisher
Explore the different types of fires and the extinguishers used for each type.
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fire classes, fire extinguisher, fire safety
Circuit Protection
In this learning activity you'll explore how a fuse de-energizes a parallel circuit when too many lamps are connected to a power outlet.
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branches, breaker, cc0005, circuit, fuse
Classification of Joints
In this animated object, learners examine the different types of joints and their movements.
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articulation, capsule, fluid, freely, hinge, immovable, joint, membrane, movable, sutures, synovial
Classification of Joints
In this animated object, learners examine the different types of joints and their movements.
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articulation, capsule, fluid, freely, hinge, immovable, joint, membrane, movable, sutures, synovial
Clock Pulse Triggering of Flip-Flops (Screencast)
This screencast shows the symbols used to represent the type of pulse required at the clock input to activate flip-flops.
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clock, dd0005, edge, flip, flop, flops, input, level, pulse, signals, triggering
Clothing and Safety Equipment for the Machine Shop
This document lists the safety equipment to be used in the machine shop.
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equipment, googles, safety
Coaxial Cables
In this learning activity you'll examine the RG ratings, networking applications, and types of connections for various coaxial cables.
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cable, cables, coax, coaxial, ratings, rg
Collecting Biological Evidence
Explore how to collect a fresh or dry blood specimen and prepare it for the crime lab.
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Blood, Detective, Evidence, Forensic, Police, Swab, Toolkit
Collection of Entomological Evidence
Learners view the scene of a suspicious death and select the evidence that needs to be collected.
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criminal investigation, evidence, forensic entomologist, forensics, suspicious death
Collection of Entomological Evidence Test
A crime scene photo for determination of time since death. The student will need to collect the evidence into the correct item.
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Common Types of Oxidation-Reduction Reactions (Screencast)
Learners identify combination, decomposition, displacement, and combustion types of redox reactions. They also watch a video clip that demonstrates the reaction of sodium and water.
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oxidation, reduction
Communicating in the Workplace
Compare the behaviors and situations that interfere with effective communication in the workplace with those that enhance listening skills and career performance.
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communication, conversation, employability essentials, how to talk to your boss, job, listening, listening skills, soft skills, teamwork, workplace communication
Communication: Identifying Active and Passive Voice
The learner will identify active and passive voice and distinguish between the two.
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active voice versus passive voice, styles of communication, what is the difference between active and passive
Communication: Prepositions
In this study guide, we will review the general rules for using prepositions.
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communication, prepositions, what are prepositions
Communication: The Writing Process
The learner will identify the three steps in the writing process and the elements in each step.
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communication, writing, writing process
Comparing Electronic and Hydraulic Components (Screencast)
Learners read about the similarities of electronic and hydraulic components and then match the schematic symbols in a drag-and-drop exercise.
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components, hydraulic, hydraulics, symbol, symbols
Components of a Computer Workstation: Skills Check 1
In this interactive exercise, learners label the components of a workstation, a Windows desktop, and an application window.
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computer, workstation
Components of a Data Center
In this learning activity you'll describe the typical components of a data center.
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Applications, Cloud Computing, Data Center, Data storage, what is a data center
Components of a Prokaryote (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll assemble the components of a prokaryotic cell and match the names and functions with each structure.
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prokaryote, what are the parts of the cell, What is a prokaryotic cell
Concepts of Programming 4: Structure of Variable Declarations
Understand the pseudocode structure of variable declarations
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programming, robotic, variables
Concepts of Programming 5: Pseudocode Structure of Inputs and Outputs
Understand pseudocode structure of Inputs and Outputs, a vital component of programming computer and industrial applications.
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inputs, IT, outputs, programming
Concepts of Programming 6: Pseudocode Structure of Assigning Data to Variables
Understand the pseudocode structure of variable declarations, a vital component of programming computer and industrial applications.
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IT, programming, variables
Concepts of Programming 7: Pseudocode If Statements Structure
Identify the correct description of pseudocode if statements.
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if, IT, programming, statements
Concepts of Programming 8: Pseudocode Repetition Structures using For Statement
Explore repetition structures, which are commonly referred to as “Looping” statements, are a vital component of programming computer and industrial applications.
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IT, Loops, programming, Pseudocode
Concepts of Programming 9: Pseudocode Repetition Structures using While Statements
Explore repetition structures, which are commonly referred to as “Looping” statements, are a vital component of programming computer and industrial applications.
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Do, IT, Programming, Pseudocode, Statements, While
Construction of the Cell Membrane
In this learning activity you'll study the structure of the cell membrane and construct it using the correct molecules.
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Biochemistry, Biology, Biomolecules, Classroom resources, Educational resources, eLearning, how does a cell membrane work, Interactive learning, Learning activities, Lipid bilayer, membrane, Membrane function, Membrane proteins, Membrane structure, Molecular biology, Molecular structure, Online learning, Phospholipids, Plasma membrane, Student engagement, Study aids, what are the parts of a cell membrane
Construction of the Cell Membrane (Video)
In this video you'll study the structure of the cell membrane and construct it using the correct molecules.
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Biology, how does a cell membrane work, membrane, what are the parts of a cell membrane
Controlling pH
Learners view an animated presentation showing how the pH level of a cleaning solution is controlled in a closed-loop system in a manufacturing setting. A quiz completes the activity.
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acid, alkaline, analytical, control, level, ph, reagent
Conversion Between Mass and Moles of an Element (Screencast)
Atomic weights are used to convert the mass of a sample into the number of moles of the element in the sample and vice versa. Four examples are provided for practice.
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atomic weight, mass, moles
Conversions: Fractions-Decimals- Percents Pre-Test
Students perform conversions among fractions, decimals, and percentages in this assessment.
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convert
Converting Between Gray and Binary Codes
Learners follow steps to convert numbers from Gray code to binary code. They then view steps to change binary values to Gray code numbers.
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between, binary, code, codes, conversions, converting, gray, number, numbers
Converting Between Standard and Metric Measurements
As a welder, you'll need to know how to convert between standard and metric measurements. Try this activity to practice converting between these two measurements. A conversion chart is provided to help you complete this work.
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conversion, convert, weld, welder, welding
Converting Numbers from Standard Form to Engineering Notation
Learners convert a number from standard form to engineering notation.
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amperage, base 10, conversion, decimals, engineering notation, factor of 10, prefix, standard form, voltage
Converting Rotational Velocity to Linear Velocity (Screencast)
Students view an example of how to convert rotational velocity to linear velocity. They then work practice problems.
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circle, circumference, diameter, engineering, jj0001, linear, mech, mechanical, radius, revolutions, rotation, rotational, rpm, velocity
Converting Values in Engineering Notation
The learner will convert various values to engineering notation.
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conversions, engineering notation
Counting Programs
Robotic welding is an increasingly popular tool used in industrial welding applications. Knowing how to program the robot is key. Explore how to improve your programming skills by using if-then-else, calls, unconditional jumps, and counters in this learning activity.
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call, counter, jump, label, loop, robot, weld, welding
Cranial Nerves
In this highly interactive and animated object, learners complete three exercises to identify the cranial nerves and their functions.
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assessment, cranial, function, innervation, motor, nerve, nerves, neuro, neurological, sensory
Creating Histograms
Students follow steps to transfer data from a list to a histogram.
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frequency, histogram, midpoint, range
Critical Thinking: Applying Analysis Steps to a Situation (Screencast)
The learner reviews steps in analyzing a process and applies them to a situation in his/her own work or personal life.
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analyze, critical, implement, improvement, measure, observe, outcomes, process, suggestions, test, thinking
Cross-Site Scripting Defined
In this activity we will learn how vulnerable websites are open to cross site-scripting attacks (XSS).
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cross site scripting, non-persistent, persistent, reflected attack, session, xss
Cross-site Scripting Awareness
In this learning activity, you'll explore the topic of cross-site scripting, (or XSS)
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cookie, What is XSS? What is cross site scripting? Malicious code. XSS study guide.Internet safety
Current Divider Rule (CDR)
Students review the Current Divider Rule (CDR) and work practice problems.
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cdr, current, divider
Current and Voltage Parameters of Digital Circuitry (Screencast)
In this interactive learning object, students read about the voltage and current parameters commonly found on a data sheet. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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data, digital, sheet
Customer Service Skills for IT Professionals - Communication
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the communication model and how it impacts your work as an IT professional.
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communication skills for the IT professional, good communication skills, soft skills, What is communication
Customer Service Skills for IT Professionals - Controlling the Conversation
In this learning activity you'll practice your customer service skills in a number of IT real world job scenarios.
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handling difficult customers, How to improve my customer service skills, IT customer service, people skills, soft skills
Customer Service Skills for IT Professionals - Engaging the Customer
In this learning activity you'll explore four ways to engage your customers and improve your customer service skills.
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attention, customer engagement, Customer service, engaging, how to improve your customer service skills, it, skills, soft skills
Customer Service Skills for IT Professionals - Soft Skills
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to soft skills, or people skills, needed by all IT professionals.
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how do I improve my soft skills, necessary soft skills, soft skills, What are soft skills
Cutting Fluids Types and Uses
In this document you'll review an overview of cutting fluid types and uses.
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cutting, drilling, fluid, fluids
Cutting Slots and Keyseats
In this video, we’ll explore how to cut a keyseat.
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Bridgeport, key seat, keyway, Machine Tool, Mill, Milling Machine
Cutting Speeds & RPM Calculations
In this document you'll review an overview of cutting speeds and RPM calculations.
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drilling
Cutting Tapers Using the Tailstock Offset Method
In this video, you’ll explore how to calculate, setup, and cut a taper using the tailstock offset method.
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cross feed, FVTC, Lathe, Machine tool, Tapers
Cutting Tapers on an Engine Lathe using the Taper Attachment
This video will demonstrate how to cut tapers on an engine lathe using the taper attachment.
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Lathe, Machine Tool, shop
Cutting Tapers using the Taper Attachment
This video will show you how to setup and cut a taper using a taper attachment.
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cross feed, FVTC, Lathe, Machine tool, Tapers
Cycle Time and One-Piece Flow
In a series of three interactive exercises, learners explore the relationship between process cycle time and defect detection, and between process cyle time and smaller batch sizes. The techniques of lean/JIT are applied to achieve the continuous improvement (kaizen) goal of reducing inventory by pursuing one-piece flow.
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batch. batch production, cycle time, decrease inventory, defect, efficiency, JIT, just in time, just-in-time, Lean, less storage, one piece, one-piece, pizza, single unit
Cylindrical Grinder Components - Photos
In this learning object you'll review color photographs of a Brown & Sharpe Universal Cylindrical Grinder.
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cylindrical, grinder, what is a cylindrical grinder
Cylindrical Grinder Components Review
Using this learning object, students will be able to assess their knowledge of cylindrical grinder components.
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components, cylindrical, grinder
DC Current Flow Through a Parallel Circuit
Learners observe current flow throughout the series portion and branches of a parallel circuit. This animated activity includes calculations and a short quiz.
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branch, branches, cc0005, circuit, circuits, current, flow, parallel
DDoS - Distributed Denial of Service Attacks
Explore what DDoS attacks are, the methods used to carry them out, and how to prevent them.
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DDos, hackers, how to prevent hackers, http, internet, server, what is a DDoS attack, what is a distributed denial of service attack
Darex Drill Grinder
In this document you'll review the Darex Drill Grinder.
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darex, drill, drilling, grinder
Darex Model SP2000 Drill Sharpening Machine
Learners view step-by-step instructions for how to set up and sharpen a drill bit in the Darex drill grinder, model SP2000.
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bit, bits, darex, drill, drills, grinder, grinding, model, sp2000
Data Conversion
Learners observe animations showing how data is converted between serial and parallel flow.
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conversion, conversions, data, flow, parallel, serial
Data Flow on the Internet
In this learning activity you'll examine how a data file is broken into packets and transmitted over the Internet.
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ip, layer3, packets, router, routers, routing, tcp, tcp/ip, udp, web, wide, world, www
Data Manipulation Language
Explore what DML is including its main commands INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, and SELECT.
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CRUD, database, DELETE, DML, INSERT, SELECT, SQL, UPDATE
Database Data Types
In this activity, you'll learn about the different data types associated with databases.
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difference between data types, what are databases, What are datatypes
Database Naming Conventions
In this learning activity, you'll discover and then follow established rules when naming database objects.
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convention, how do I use database naming conventions, naming, objects, what are database naming conventions
Datum Precedence and Degrees of Freedom
Datum precedence is a fundamental principle in the design and manufacture of mechanical parts and assemblies. It refers to the order of importance assigned to different datums, which are specific points, lines, or planes on a part, which are used as references for measurement and geometric tolerances.
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3D, GD&T, Models, Tolerance
Debugging: Breakpoints
In this learning activity we will discuss breakpoints: what they are and how to use them.
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break point, code, debug, debugging, step into, step out, step over
Debugging: Immediate Window
In this learning activity, you'll explore the Immediate Window including what is it and how you use it?
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how do I use the Immediate window to debug, What is the immediate window
Debugging: What is It?
Learn more about debugging including: what it is, why we use it, and what it looks like in action.
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breakpoint, bug, Debugging, exception, exception handling, How do I Debug?, What is debugging?
Demultiplexers (Screencast)
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a demultiplexer along with the data output and select lines. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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data, dd0003, demultiplexer, demultiplexers, digital, distributor
Denial of Service Attacks
In this learning activity you'll explore what a denial of service attack is and learn how a single hacker can take down an entire system.
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DDos, how do DDoS attacks work?, http, interface, internet, server, what is a denial of service attack
Wisc-Online FAQs
Explore this section for helpful answers to common questions regarding Wisc-Online.
Why did Wisc-Online change?
Wisc-Online has upported millions of learners for over 20 years. It was time for a refresh! By moving to WisTech Open, we were able to continue offering free, high-quality learning resources on a more modern, sustainable platform.
What happened with the Wisc-Online Arcade?
The Play Games Arcade went offline at the time Wisc-Online moved to WisTech Open.
Do saved links or bookmarks still work?
No, bookmarks to the old site stopped working after December 2025.
What happened to Wisc-Online objects that were downloaded into LMS platforms?
If instructors had downloaded and embedded Wisc-Online objects (like SCORM packages) into their LMS, those continued to work even after the Wisc-Online site transitioned to WisTech Open. These objects were self-contained and did not rely on the live site.
Is there an opportunity to develop new content?
Yes. Ideas for new content could be shared at https://www.wistechopen.org/contact by selecting “Pitch a Project Idea.” All project ideas were considered based on available funding.