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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
Dental Charting
The purpose of this learning object is to introduce the dental hygienist to the process of documenting a patient's dentition.
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Depth Measurement
In this learning activity you'll review a visual overview of depth measurement using the depth micrometer.
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depth, inspection, measurement, micrometer
Depth Micrometer Review
In this interaction the student is presented with 20 questions identifying depth micrometer measurements.
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depth, measurement, micrometer, review
Derivative Control Mode Analogy (Screencast)
In this animated object, learners view a race of two boats as an example of how the derivative function of a PID controller shortens the time duration of an operation.
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control, derivative, intregral, mode, pid, proportional
Deriving the Formulas of the Power Wheel
Use Ohm's law, Watt's law, and the power equation to derive formulas for the DC power wheel.
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formula, Ohm's law, power wheel, system of equations, Watt's Law
Describing the Transactional Communication Model
In this learning activity you'll review definitions then match the transactional communication model element with the definition or example.
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communication methods, communication models, transactional communication, What is the transactional communication model
Design Principles Introduction
Explore the history behind today's eLearning best practices in this introduction to our design principles series.
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design principles, eLearning, good eLearning, multimedia, online learning
Designing a Ladder Diagram
In this animated object, learners examine the design of a ladder circuit that provides manual control to a water pumping system. Students also study modifications to the circuit as the complexity of the system increases.
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circuits, design, ladder circuit, ladder diagram, ladder diagram design, stem, switch
Determining Empirical and Molecular Formulas (Screencast)
Learners follow a four-step process to determine the empirical formula of a compound from the masses of its constituent elements. The molecular formula is determined in a fifth step using the molecular weight of the compound.
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mass, percent
Determining the General Purpose of Your Speech Pt.1 (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll explore the different types of purposes for giving speeches.
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acceptance speech, different speech types, eulogy speech, informative, persuasive speech, What are the different types of speeches
Dial Caliper: Measurements Review
The student is asked to identify measurements on a dial caliper.
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caliper, dial, inspection, measurements, review
Dietary Manager Training: Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates (Screencast)
Learners follow the path of a carbohydrate food from consumption through digestion to absorption into the bloodstream. In a matching exercise, students identify the main type of carbohydrate found in four different foods.
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digestion
Dietary Manager Training: Understanding the Nutrition Facts Label (Screencast)
Learners take a close look at the information on product labels concerning fat, fiber, and serving sizes. A quiz follows the lesson.
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culinary, label, nutrition
Differentiating Acid-Base Disturbances
Through the use of symbols and words, the learner reviews the etiologies, symptoms, and treatment of respiratory and metabolic acid-base disturbances.
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acid, acidosis, alkalosis, base, imbalances, metabolic, ph, pictogram, respiratory
Dilution of Hydrochloric Acid
In this interactive object, learners examine how to properly dilute hydrochloric acid.
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Diode Approximations (Screencast)
This learning object introduces the three approximations of a diode.
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approximation, diode
Directionality and Amount of Broken Glass (Screencast)
Visualizes direction and quantity of glass particles as the glass is impacted by a force.
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Broken Glass, Glass Particles
Discharging Time Constants of an RC Circuit (Screencast)
In this animated object, learners examine how current, voltage and the discharging capacitor of a series RC changes during 5 time constants. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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aa0003, capacitor, circuit, constants, discharging, rc, time
Disk Encryption Simulation
You will encounter real-world challenges that mimic what IT professionals face in day-to-day operations, providing hands-on experience with resolving TPM errors.
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Displacement Level Sensors
In this animated object, learners study how displacement level sensors are used to measure the level of liquid in a tank.
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displacement, level, sensor, sensors
Distance Fallen vs. Stain Diameter (Screencast)
Learners observe how a blood drop in flight continually accelerates and increases in velocity over time. As the drop falls, resistance accumulates. The increase in stain diameter relative to distance of a typical 50 ml drop of blood is represented here. This activity has audio content.
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Blood, forensic, Forensics, friction, gravitational Acceleration
Distinguishing Between the Content Message and the Relational Message (Screencast)
In this screencast, you'll distinguish the differences between the content message and the relational message.
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Distinguishing Leadership and Management Activities (Screencast)
In this screencast, students read about the key differences between management and leadership activities. They will review typical supervisory activities as either management or leadership.
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five major functions, leadership, management, supervision
Diversity in 21st Century Work Teams
Learners test their knowledge of demographics in the United States and in the world. Immediate feedback is provided.
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diversity, diversity in the workplace, study guide for diversity, why is diversity good
Documentation of Bloodstain Evidence (Screencast)
Students will learn how to document bloodstains using roadmapping equipment materials
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Bloodstain, Documentation, Materials, Roadmapping
Doosan Machine Setup and Operation
This video will walk you through the Setup and operation of the Doosan CNC Turning Center Machine.
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Classroom resources, CNC Turning Center, Control panel, Cutting feeds, Doosan, Educational resources, eLearning, G-code programming, Interactive learning, Learning activities, Machine maintenance, Machine operation, Machine setup, Online learning, Safety procedures, Spindle speeds, Student engagement, Study aids, Tool offsets, Tooling, Turning operations, Workholding, Workpiece offsets
Double Trouble With Listening
Learn about the seven common barriers of listening and evaluate a conversation using the barriers.
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anger communication, barriers to listening, communication barriers, conflict, good communication, Listening barriers
Draize Alternatives
Thousands of health and beauty products claim to be cruelty free - but do you know how to spot a fake? Test your knowledge and explore the exciting science that's delivering cutting-edge and better alternatives to animal testing in this interactive experience. Make decisions as both a beauty blogger and a research scientist as you navigate animal testing in the health and beauty industry.
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alternative to anumal testing, BioLeap, Draize, NAVS
Drill Grinding Procedures - Web Thinning
In this document you'll review drill grinding procedures and web thinning diagrams.
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drill, drilling, grinding, sharpening, thinning, web
Drill Press Identification
This learning object assesses the learner's ability to recall the names and locations of the parts of a drill press. This assessment includes drill press type identification.
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drill, identification, parts, press
Drill Press Setup and Operation
This video will walk through the setup and operation of an upright Drill Press.
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Machine Tool, shop
Drill Press Work Holding Devices
In this document you'll review drill press work-holding devices.
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angle, blocks, clamps, jigs, plates, vise
Dusting for Fingerprints
Discover how to select the correct fingerprint powder, the proper dusting and collecting techniques, and how to fill out an evidence card.
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collecting fingerprints, criminal justice, dust for prints, evidence collection, forensic science
Effects of a Rheostat in a Series Circuit
In this animated object, learners examine how the way in which a rheostat is connected in series with other resistors causes current and voltage to change as the resistance is varied. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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rheostat, series, series circuit, voltage
Electrical Grounding
In this learning module, you'll explore what electrical grounding is, how it works, and some real-world applications.
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chassis ground, earth ground, electrical grounding, electrical grounding examples, electrical safety, ground outlet, ground plug, how does electrical grounding work, what is electrical grounding
Electrical Opens and Shorts
In this animated activity, learners examine the difference between opens and shorts in an electrical circuit. A brief quiz completes the object.
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automotive, cc0002, circuits, electrical, opens, shorts, wiring
Electrical Shocks
In this learning activity, we’ll explore the impact of electric shock on the human body.
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amperage, Are electrical shocks dangerous?, electrical safety, electrical shocks, electricity, How can electrical shocks harm or hurt you, safety, voltage
Electrical Switches & Pushbuttons
In this learning activity you'll review the operation and schematic symbols of various types of switches and push buttons used for electronic circuits.
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cc0002, diagram, pushbuttons, schematic, switches, switching
Electromagnetic Radiation (Screencast)
In this animated and interactive object, learners examine the inverse proportionality of wavelength and frequency and their relationship to the speed of light.
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Elements of a Closed-Loop System
Learners study an animated block diagram that describes the function of each element in a closed-loop system used in industrial automation.
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automated, automation, closed, elements, industrial, loop, system
Eliminating Office Waste
Learners review office processes to find ways to save time.
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lean, office, waste
Employability Essentials - Adapt to Change
You will understand why having the ability to adapt to change is an essential employment skill.
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adapting to change business change change manufacturing staying relevant
Employability Essentials -- Think Critically and Creatively
Being a critical and creative thinker is essential in today’s workplace. It’s also crucial to your career success, regardless of your field or your position. Employers are looking for employees who can creatively problem solve to find answers that are best for both employees and the company.
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creative thinker critical thinker, critical, employability, employment essentials, soft skills
Endospores (Screencast)
Learners read about endospores and view video clips demonstrating spore staining procedures. Correctly stained slides are shown.
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Energizing Time Constants of an RL Circuit
In this animated object, students view an explanation of how current, voltage, and the magnetic field strength of a series RL circuit change during five time constants. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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aa0004, circuit, circuits, constants, field, inductor, rl, strength, time
Engine Lathe: Basic Components and Operation
In this video, you’ll explore the engine lathe, its basic components, and you’ll learn to operate its machine controls.
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bedways, gearbox, headstock, Lathe, Machine Tool
Enthalpy (Screencast)
In this interactive object, learners calculate the amount of heat evolved or absorbed in chemical reactions. Four practice problems are provided.
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Equilibrium
Equilibrium plays a vital role in our lives. We'll show you how the equilibrium formula works in real life using our friend the chicken.
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acidosis, alkalosis, balance, emphysema, equilibrium, product, reactant
Equivalent Gates/Ladder Logic Circuits
Learners will identify ladder logic diagrams and the logic functions they perform.
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circuits, exclusive-nor gate, exclusive-or gate, gates, ladder logic diagrams, logic gates, nand gate, nor gate, normally closed contact, normally open contact, or gate
Everyone Knows How to Use a Ruler, Right?
Students review the best practices for using a ruler and answer five basic questions.
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alignment, decimal, fractional, inch, mathematics, measure, metric, parallax, rule, ruler, scale
Exclusive-NOR Gate (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review the operation of an Exclusive-NOR gate by using a truth table, a Boolean Algebra equation, a switch analogy, and a written statement.
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dd0004, digital, electronics, ex, exnor, gate, gates, logic, nor
Exploring Memory
The student reads about encoding, storage, and retrieval and test his or her memory in an interactive exercise.
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memory, recall, reindeer analogy
FTP - What You Need to Know
In this learning activity you'll explore why the FTP protocol is often used to transfer data across the network and more importantly, why it should not be.
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file transfer, ftp, hacker, protocol, security, what is the FTP protocol, white hat
FVTC Welding Lab 360 Tour
A virtual 360 tour of the welding labs located at Fox Valley Technical College
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360, tour, welding
FVTC Welding Lab 360 Tour
Step inside this activity to view a 360° virtual safety tour of the FVTC Welding Labs.
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Facial and Head Muscles in Action (Screencast)
In this screencast, students identify various muscles of the face and scalp and see them in action.
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anatomy, auricularis, corrugator, frontalis, mentalis, muscles, occipitalis, oculi, orbicularis, oris, physiology, posterior, procerus
Facing and Center Drilling Using a Four-Jaw Chuck
In this video, you’ll explore how to set up the chuck, face your part using a left-handed and right-handed tool, center drilling, and facing the part to length.
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center drill, chuck, cross feed, facing, four jaw, FVTC, Lathe, Machine tool, Tapers
Fahrenheit / Celsius Temperature Scales (Screencast)
Learners study the process of mathematically converting temperatures between the Fahrenheit and Celsius scales.
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celsius, converting, fahrenheit, fahrenheit/celsius, fahrenheittemperature, scale, scales, temperatue, temperature
Feasibility Topic Determination
In this learning activity you'll determine appropriate feasibility studies from a list of selected topics.
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How do I pick a topic for a feasibility study, What is a feasibility study
Feed Rate Calculations
This content gives the student a text and photo overview of feed rate calculations.
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drills, twist
Fiber-Optic Cables
In this learning activity you'll explore the physical construction and operation of single-mode and multi-mode fiber-optic cables used in networking.
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cable, cables, connectors, fiber, optic
Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks
Fibre Channel storage area networks can play a pivotal role in the performance of cloud computing. This learning activitywill explain the benefits, components, and some basic configurations of fibre channel networks.
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cloud, compute, interswitch link, SAN, virtual, vm
Files Identification Review
This review assesses the student's ability to use a file.
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file, review
Finding Factorials with Recursion
In this activity we will discover when recursion is the best solution for your computer programming task.
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algorithm, base case, c#, factorial, fibonacci, math
Firewalls: Relationships Among Firewall Perimeters
In this learning activity you'll examine how firewalls block viruses by discussing trusted, semi-trusted, and untrusted networks.
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between, firewall, perimeters, relationships
Fixed Gages Review
This interaction tests the student's knowledge of fixed gages.
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fixed, gages, review
FlexArm Operations
After watching this video, you will know the different parts of the FlexArm, how to set it up, and how to operate the FlexArm.
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Drilling, FlexArm, Machine Tool
Following Instructions
The learner will understand the importance of following instructions.
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following instructions, instructions, manufacturing instructions, soft skills
Forensic Lamp Examination (Screencast)
This learning object is designed to assist students in understanding and interpreting collision evidence found in automotive lamps. In particular, the concepts of Hot Shock, Cold Shock, Hot Break, and Cold Break will be visually addressed.
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Cold Break, Cold Shock, Crash, Evidence, filament, Hot Break, Hot Shock, Lamp
Fork Farms Hydroponics
Explore vertical hydroponic growing with Fork Farms and FVTC. We'll introduce you to what vertical hydroponic growing is, why it's important to our economy and the environment, and how you can get started.
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environment, FVTC, gardening, hydroponic, lettuce
Formation of Radial and Concentric Fractures in Glass (Screencast)
in this screencast, learners examine the formation of radial and concentric fractures as an object breaks a pane of glass.
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Concentric fracture, forensic, glass, gunshot, Radial fracture
Four Steps for Setting and Achieving Your Goals
You will learn four steps for good goal setting.
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better goal setting, goal setting, how do i achieve my goals?, how do i set goals?, learn goal setting
Four Steps for Setting and Achieving Your Goals
You will learn four steps for good goal setting.
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better goal setting, goal setting, how do i achieve my goals?, how do i set goals?, learn goal setting
Four Types of Communication in Conflict
In this activity, you will practice choosing assertive responses to conflict.
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communication, conflict
Fundamentals of a DC Motor
Learners study the interaction between the conductors of the stator and the armature inside a DC motor, which causes the shaft to rotate. A short quiz completes the activity.
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armature, conductors, dc motor, motor basics, stator
Future-State Mapping
The learner reads an explanation of all of the elements that comprise a future-state map. A map is shown.
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enterprise, future, improvement, lean, management, manufacturing, map, mapping, process, state, stream, value
GD&T - The Feature Control Frame (Screencast)
In this screencast, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing: The Feature Control Frame, learners examine geometric characteristic symbols, tolerances, datum feature symbols, and other control frame information.
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blueprint, characteristic, datum, Geometric Dimensioning, tertiary
GD&T: Geometric Characteristic Symbols
In this interactive object, learners test their knowledge of 14 geometric tolerance control symbols.
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angularity, blueprint, cad, circularity, computer, concentricity, cylindricity, dimension, drafter, feature, flatness, form, geometric, line, location, orientation, parallelism, perpendicularity, position, profile, roundness, runout, straightness, surface, symmetry, tolerance, total
GMAW Discontinuities
In this activity, we'll examine some common discontinuities associated with GMAW welding and review ways to prevent these problems from happening.
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defect, trouble shooting, welding
GMAW Modes of Transfer
The learner will identify the advantages and disadvantages of the four modes of GMAW transfer.
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globular welding, pulsed spray welding, short-circuit transfer, spray transfer mode, spray welding, welds
GMAW Process Variable Definitions
The learner will understand and be able to apply the common welding variables of the GMAW process.
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gmaw, welding, welding definitions, welding technique
GO TEAM Problem-Solving Method for Teams
The learner will apply the GO TEAM method in a team environment to solve a problem.
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Critical Core, Team
GTAW Defects and Discontinuities
In this activity, we'll examine some common discontinuities associated with GTAW welding and review ways to prevent these problems from happening.
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GTAW Electrode Characteristics
In this learning module you'll become familiar with different types of GTAW electrodes.
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Electrodes, GTAW, Welding
GTAW Equipment ID
Identify and learn more about the parts of a welding torch, cables, and a welding machine.
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GTAW torch, weld, welding
Gage Block Combinations Review
In this learning activity you'll test your ability to select the proper gage blocks when making a stack.
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blocks, gage, how do I measure with gage blocks, how do I use gage blocks, measurment
Gage Blocks
In this learning activity you'll explore the history behind gage blocks.
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blocks, calibration, gage, how are gage blocks calibrated, how were gage blocks invented, measure, standards, what are gage blocks, wringing
Gas Volume and Molar Amount
In this brief object, learners examine the direct relationship between the volume of a gas sample and the number of moles of gas. A problem is presented so students can test their knowledge of Avogadro's Law.
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Gas Volume vs. Pressure (Boyle's Law)
Boyle's Law states that gas volume varies inversely with the pressure at constant temperature and is described by the equation PV = constant. An example of a sample of gas at two conditions of P and V is used to illustrate the law.
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Gastrointestinal System Anatomy
In this screencast, learners review the parts of the gastrointestinal system and then check their knowledge in a matching exercise.
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anatomy, gastrointestinal, gi
Gear Nomenclature (Screencast)
In this interactive object, learners view various components of gears and read descriptions of them. Learners then identify the location of each of these components in a drag-and-drop exercise.
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addendum, angle, circle, dedendum, pinion, pitch, pressure, root, tooth
Gear Ratio Concepts (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the concept of gear ratios. The number of teeth, diameters, and velocity relationships are discussed and calculated using linear ratio equations.
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angular, displacement, pinion, ratio, rotating, rotation, simple, teeth, train
General Machine Safety Considerations
This text document lists 27 safety items to consider in a machine shop.
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machine, safety
General Safety - Ears and Face
In this learning activity you'll review the safety equipment used to protect a worker's face and ears.
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ear, head, machine, safety
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.