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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
Op Amps 1: The Operational Amplifier
The learner will examine the basic characteristics of the operational amplifier integrated circuit and solve for Vout.
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Op Amps 2: The Non-Inverting Amplifier
The learner will describe the non-inverting op-amp configuration and calculate the circuit gain.
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Op Amps 3: The Inverting Amplifier
Describe the inverting op-amp configuration and calculate the circuit gain.
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amplification configuration, amplifier, bandwidth, circuit gain, electronics, op-amp, output limits, resistor, voltage
Op Amps 4: The Op Amp Buffer
Understand the op-amp buffer configuration and calculate basic circuit impedance.
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amplifier, buffer, buffer configuration, circuit, electronic, op amp, vf, voltage divider, voltage follower
Op Amps 5: Non-Inverting Amplifier Circuit Resistance
The learner will calculate basic circuit resistance.
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circuit, circuit gain, closed loop circuit, electronics, inverting, op amp, resistance
Op Amps 6: Circuit Resistance for the Inverting Amplifier
The learner will calculate input and output circuit resistance for the Inverting Op-Amp configuration.
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circuit resistance, how do i calculate circuit resistance, input and output circuit resistance, inverting amplifier, inverting op-amp configuration
Opens and Shorts (Screencast)
In this screencast, students examine the difference between opens and shorts in an electrical circuit. A brief quiz completes the object. You may also be interested in AMT2404 Electrical Opens and Shorts
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cc0002, open, opens, short, shorts
Optical Encoders (Screencast)
Learners examine the internal components of an optical encoder used in automated manufacturing applications. A brief quiz completes the animated activity.
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encoder, encoders, optical
Order of Operations (Screencast)
In this activity you'll calculate equations using the order of operations. You'll be introduced to what it is and how it works.
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how do I calculate an equation, how do I use the order of operations, What is the order of operations
Organization: The Second Stage in the Perception Process (Screencast)
The student will read a mini-lecture explaining the organization stage in the perception process and will complete an activity.
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organization, perception
Organizational Clue
Observe disorganization in an office setting and choose solutions to the problems as if playing the board game "Clue."
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calendar, daily planner, employability essentials, filing system, office clutter, organizational skills, soft skills
Orthographic Projection #1
In this interactive and animated object, learners examine orthographic projection and the Glass Box Theory. Front, side, and top view development is demonstrated with pictorial views of each object to help develop 2D to 3D visualization skills.
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aided, blueprint, box, computer, design, dimensional, drafting, drawings, engineering, front, glass, isometric, object, pictorial, profile, reading, side, sketch, three, top, two, view, visualize
Orthographic Sketching
The learner will understand how to view an object for interpretation in the standard orthographic format and then accurately sketch three orthographic views using 3rd angle projection.
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blueprint, design, front view, hidden lines, orthographic sketch, orthographic view, orthographics, sketch, sketches, third-angle projection, top view, visible lines
Oscilloscope Frequency Measurements (Screencast)
Learners read a description of how an oscilloscope is used to measure the frequency of a sine wave.
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aa0002, frequency, measurements, oscilloscope
Oscilloscope Phase Shift Measurements (Screencast)
In this animated lesson, learners follow the steps required to read the phase shift difference in degrees between two AC waveforms.
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aa0002, measurements, oscilloscope, oscilloscopes, phase, shift
Osmotic Pressure (Screencast)
Learners conduct an experiment to illustrate how a greater number of particles in a "vessel" increases osmotic pressure.
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fluid, movement, oncotic, osmosis, solvent, water
Overcoming Barriers to Critical Thinking: Being Human
The learner will identify ways to overcome barriers to critical thinking and problem-solving including false memories, personal biases and prejudices, and physical and emotional hindrances.
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belief, biases, communication, confirmation bias, critical, critical thinking, decision-making, false memories, interference, lack of information, perception limitations, perspective, problem-solving, soft skills
Overcoming Barriers to Critical Thinking: People-Related Obstacles
The learner will identify techniques to use to overcome people-related barriers to critical thinking.
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ad hominem fallacy, advertising, arguments, authority effect, bandwagon effect, campaign, critical, critical thinking, emotion, logic, poisoning the well, red herring, shoehorning, soft skills, using emotion
Overflow and Underflow for Signed Binary Numbers
Learners examine the occurrence of overflow and underflow conditions in a programmable logic controller. It is recommended that users view the learning object “Signed Binary Numbers” in advance of this object.
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binary, number, numbering, numbers, overflow, signed, system, underflow
Overview of the Bridgeport Milling Machine
In this video, we’ll identify the parts that make up the Bridgeport and learn how it works.
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Bridgeport, Machine Tool, Mill, Milling Machine, Overview, Parts
Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
Learners examine the meaning of oxidation, reduction, and half-reaction, and watch a film showing the deposition of copper metal from the reduction of copper (II) ion by aluminum. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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PID Control (Screencast)
Learners examine an animated motion-controlled robotic arm and observe the operation of a PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) control that makes movements quickly without overshooting or having a steady-state error. This activity has audio content.
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control, derivative, integral, modes, pid, proportional
PLC Counter Instructions
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of up-counters and down-counters for a programmable controller. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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controller, controllers, counter, counters, logic, plc, plcs, programmable
PLC Output Modules
The learner will understand the operation and configuration of various types of PLC output modules and how they're used.
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controller, logic controller, plc, programmable, relay contact output, sinking output, sourcing output
PLC Timer Instructions
Learners examine the animated Timer-On Delay instruction and the Timer-Off Delay instruction of a PLC timer. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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controller, controllers, logic, plc, programmable, timer, timers
Parallel Capacitance: Practice Problems
Learners solve six problems determining the total capacitance of a parallel circuit. Immediate feedback is provided.
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capacitors, dc, electronics, series
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems Part 1
In this interactive object, students work parallel circuit analysis problems. They solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated.
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analysis, circuit, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems Part 2
In this interactive object, students work 11 practice problems and solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated.
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analysis, circuit, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #10
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
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analysis, dc, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #3
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
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analysis, dc, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #4
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
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analysis, dc, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #5
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
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analysis, dc, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #6
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
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analysis, dc, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #7
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
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analysis, dc, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #8
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
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analysis, dc, parallel
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #9
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
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analysis, dc, parallel
Parameters and Arguments
In this learning activity, you’ll discover the difference between a parameter and an argument.
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expression, function, javascript, programming, variable, what are parameters and arguments
Pascal's Law and Hydraulics
Using the principle of Pascal's Law, the learner will interpret the gauge readings in a hydraulic system to determine when the system is operating properly under various load conditions and when there is a defect.
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hydraulic gauges, hydraulic troubleshooting, hydraulics, hydraulics measurements, pascal, pascal's law
Passenger Vehicle ACMs and PCMs
Video based Learning Object showing passenger vehicle and light duty truck Event Data Recorders (Airbag Control modules and Powertrain Control Modules).
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ACM, Airbag Control Module, EDR, Event Data Recorder, PCM, Powertrain Control Module
Pathology of Cardiac Disease (Screencast)
In this animated activity, learners examine the symptoms of four cardiac conditions: coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, and valvular disease.
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artery, cardiac, congestive, coronary, disease, failure, heart, infarction, myocardial, valvular
Pedestal Grinder Procedures
This lesson gives the student an overview of grinding wheels and pedestal grinder procedures.
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benchwork, dressing, grain, grinder, mounting, pedestal, wheel
Pedestal Grinder Review
This review assesses the student's ability to use a Pedestal Grinder.
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grinder, pedestal, review
Peer-to-Peer Operating Systems
In this learning activity you'll examine how computers operate in a peer-to-peer network operating system.
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computer, network, networking, operating, p2p, peer, sharing, system
Percent Composition of Compounds (Screencast)
Learners examine the method used to calculate the mass percent of an element in a compound. Three examples and one problem illustrate the method.
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Perception - Understanding the World Around You
Learn the definition of perception, its process and how it affects communication
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communication, perception, soft skills
Peripheral Vascular Disease Assessment (Screencast)
Learners use peripheral vascular assessment data to examine characteristics of these four conditions: peripheral arterial disease, deep vein thrombosis, chronic venous insufficiency, and acute arterial occlusion. A matching exercise completes the learning object.
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arterial, assessment, disease, nursing, peripheral, vascular, venous
Personal Pronouns
Read about the difference between the subject and object form of personal pronouns and test your knowledge in practice exercises.
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english, grammer, pronouns
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Explore the different types of personal protective equipment, which protects you against workplace hazards
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hazard prevention, how does PPE work, ppe and hazards, What are the different types of PPE, What is PPE, workplace hazards
Pharmacologic Management of Diabetes Mellitus (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the action of insulin and other antidiabetic medications.
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diabetic, disease, drugs, hypoglycemics, illness, interventions, medical, medications, nursing, pharmacology, surgical, treatment
Phase Relationships Between Line-Neutral and Line-Line Voltages
Learners view a demonstration showing that line-neutral voltages and line-line voltages are not in-phase with each other, but have a definite 30-degree relationship.
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degree, line, phase, relationship, three
Phase-Splitting of Single-Phase Motors
The learner will understand the two methods used to create a phase shift in current between two windings.
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ac motors, armature magnetic field, cap start motor, capacitance, current, induction motor, magnetic fields, non-cap start motor, rotating stator, run winding, split-phase motor, start winding, torque, windings
Physical Development of Children
In this interactive object, learners select the correct description of a child in the five stages of development in the following categories: pattern of growth, vital signs, organ development, vision and hearing, and developmental stage.
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children, development, developmental, growth, organ, patterns, physcial, signs, stages, vision/hearing, vital
Pie Charts/ Basic Social Studies (Video)
Students interpret pie chart information and identify the parts of a chart in an interactive exercise.
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chart, part, percent, pie, represents, whole
Plumbing Sizing Activity: Assigning WSFUs and Pipe Size to the Water Distribution System
The learner assigns water supply fixture units and pipe sizes to a water distribution system using the Wisconsin Plumbing Code and a uniform pressure loss worksheet.
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plumbing
Pneumatic Directional Control Valves (Screencast)
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of two-way, three-way, and four-way directional control valves used in pneumatic systems.
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control, directional, pneumatic, pneumatics, valves
Pointers In C++
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to programming pointers compatible with both the C and C++ languages.
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address-of, arrow operator, dereference, dereference operator, dot operator, memory, pointers, what are C++ pointers?
Port Scanning
In this learning activity you'll explore how port scanning is commonly used by hackers to infiltrate a network and how IT security professionals can detect it.
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how does port scanning work, how is port scanning used by hackers, network infiltration, what is port scanning
Port Scanning - Common Network Protocols
In this learning activity you'll explore three common network protocols that computers use to communicate in a network.
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ICMP, network protocols, Port scanning, security, TCP, UDP
Port States
In this learning activity you'll identify TCP and UDP port states and how they behave during interaction.
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closed, ethical hacking, filtered, firewall, open, packet, rst, security+, syn
Potentiometer Application
In this animated and interactive object, learners examine how a variable voltage is obtained from a variable resistor that is wired as a potentiometer across a fixed DC power supply.
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cc0002, pot, potentiometer, resistor, variable
Power Tapping on a Bridgeport Milling Machine
This video will demonstrate power tapping on a Bridgeport milling machine.
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Bridgeport, Machine Shop, Milling, Tap
Powers of Ten: The Proper Use of Symbols (Screencast)
Students read about the six common terms used to represent the powers of ten in the field of electronics and complete two matching exercises.
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ac, dc, electronics, powers, symbols, ten
Practical Trigonometry (Screencast)
After a brief review, the student solves five practical shop problems using right angle trigonometry.
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adjacent, angle, applied, equation, mathematics, opposite, right, side, tangent, taper, triangle, trigonometry
Practice With Suffixes (Nouns)
Students add suffixes to base words to form nouns in this interactive lesson.
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esl, nouns, reading, suffixes, vocabulary
Practice with Prefixes #1
Students practice adding some of the basic prefixes to words in the English language.
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esl, prefixes, reading, vocabulary
Practice with Prefixes #1
Students practice adding some of the basic prefixes to words in the English language.
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esl, prefixes, reading, vocabulary
Precipitation Reactions
In this interactive and animated object, learners use solubility rules to predict when an insoluble ionic compound will precipitate in a double replacement reaction. Step-by-step examples are given.
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Preparing Thread Cutting Tools
This document is a visual and text description of preparing thread cutting tools, primarily used on a lathe.
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cutting tools, grinder, grinding, lathe, threads
Press Brake - Hydraulic
Identifies the parts of the hydraulic press brake featuring the Adira up-acting press brake. Interactive section asks to identify parts after first learning them.
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acting, brake, brakes, metal, press, up
Pressure Measurement Scales (Screencast)
Learners compare the three scales used in pressure measurements: gage, absolute, and vacuum. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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abolute, absolute, gage, measurement, measurements, pressure, scales, vacuum
Print Reading: An Alphabet of Lines in Print Reading
In this animated activity, learners read about the types of lines found on blueprints. A quiz completes the activity.
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blueprint, break, center, hidden, line, lines, object, phantom, reading, section
Print Reading: Holder
2D and 3D views used to help convey information from a drafter or designer to the welder are provided. This activity will focus on a holder. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.
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Print Reading: Holder
Learners test their ability to visualize a holder in this interactive exercise that features animated pictorial views.
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blueprint, holder, reading
Print Reading: Mounting Wedge
2D and 3D views used to help convey information from a drafter or designer to the welder are provided. This activity will focus on a mounting wedge. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.
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2D, 3D, interactive, orthographic projection, three dimension, two dimension
Print Reading: Mounting Wedge
Learners test their ability to visualize a mounting wedge in this interactive exercise that features animated pictorial views.
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blueprint, orthographic, projection, reading, views, visualization
Print Reading: Slotted Block
2D and 3D views used to help convey information from a drafter or designer to the welder are provided. This activity will focus on a slotted block. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.
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Print Reading: Slotted Block
In this learning activity you'll illustrate your ability to visualize a slotted block.
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blueprint, orthographic, projection, reading, views, visualization
Print Reading: Step Block
In this animated print reading exercise, the learner calculates missing dimensions and identifies surfaces on projected views.
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dimensions, missing, print, reading, surfaces
Print Reading: Three-Step Block
Learners test their ability to visualize a three-step block in this interactive exercise that features animated pictorial views.
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blueprint, orthographic, projection, reading, view
Print Reading: Three-Step Block
2D and 3D views used to help convey information from a drafter or designer to the welder are provided. This activity will focus on a three-step block. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.
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Print Reading: Hub
Learners practice reading prints of a hub. They identify information located on the print and calculate missing dimensions.
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blueprint, bolt, circle, circular, diameter, dimension, dimensions, hole
Problem Solving - Describing the Problem
The learner will understand how to measure a problem over time by using a common run chart to visualize the gap between past performance and future goals.
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fixing problems, manufacturing, manufacturing problems, problem solving, problem solving techniques, run charts, soft skills
Problem Solving - Finding the Root Cause
The learner will understand how to use a cause and effect diagram to find the root cause of a problem.
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cause and effect diagram, manufacturing problem, problem solving, root cause, soft skills
Problem Solving: Using a Decision Matrix
The learner will understand how to use brainstorming and a decision matrix to find the best solution to a problem.
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brainstorming, how do i use a decision matrix?, learn about decision matrix, manufacturing, problem solving, tips for brainstorming, what is a decision matrix?
Problem Solving: Using a Flow Chart
You will learn how to us a flow chart to describe the process actions and decisions to find a solution.
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critical core skills, flowchart examples, how do i use a flowchart?, problem solving, soft skills, what is a flowchart?
Problem Solving: Using a Run Chart
You'll understand how to use a run chart to describe a manufacturing problem.
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how do i use a run chart, problem solving, run chart examples, run chart homework, what is a run chart
Process Variation
In manufacturing, controlling the production process is critical. Part of this control is knowing when to make adjustments and when to let the line run. Step onto the production line in our manufacturing plant and learn what process variation is and how it impacts your bottom line.
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adjustments, control, manufacturing, Metrology, production
Product Yields in Chemical Reactions (Screencast)
Learners examine the meaning of theoretical yield, actual yield, and percent yield. They test their knowledge by solving two problems.
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chemical reaction
Productive Meetings
The learner will identify the steps for preparing and facilitating a team meeting.
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agenda, assigning a note-taker, facilitating meetings, how to conduct a meeting, how to facilitate meetings, productive meetings, soft skills, team meetings, work meetings, writing minutes
Programming a PLC Timer
In this animated object, learners examine the types of information to enter, and the sequence of steps required, to program a programmable logic controller (PLC) timer.
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controller, controllers, logic, plc, plcs, programmable, programming, timer, timers
Programming in C++ Using Constants
In this learning activity you'll discover the const keyword and it’s uses in C++.
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function, keyword, memory, pointer, programming, variable, what is the const keyword
Protected Classes
In this activity, you'll identify what constitutes harassment and discrimination of a protected class member.
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protected class, workplace discrimination
Protecting Data in the Real World
You’re the IT pro on call. Use VPN, Remote Desktop, and BitLocker to secure company data to troubleshoot the kinds of challenges cybersecurity teams face every day.
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Protein Synthesis (Video)
In this video, you'll review how every protein molecule of an organism is synthesized.
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acid, amino, best protein synthesis video, dna, how does protein synthesis work, how is protein made, protein, ribosomes, rna, synthesis, what is protein synthesis
Public Speaking for Biosecurity Advocates I: Creating a Persuasive Presentation
Be the force to create a safer agricultural community by creating and presenting effective educational presentations. By informing others about biosecurity strategies, you’ll become a biosecurity advocate as you spread the word about its importance!
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presentation, speaking, speech
Public Speaking for Biosecurity Advocates II: Presenting Effectively
Be the force to create a safer agricultural community by creating and presenting effective educational presentations. By informing others about biosecurity strategies, you’ll become a biosecurity advocate as you spread the word about its importance!
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farm, presentation, speaking, speech
Questioning Assumptions (Screencast)
Learners watch a commercial for a fictitious product and pose questions to challenge the assumptions made in it.
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assumptions, Big E, commercial, critical, Energy enhancement, evaluate, facts, questioning, thinking
Questions Associated with Steel Rules
In this learning object you'll explore some frequently asked questions concerning steel rule usage.
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how do I use a steel rule, measurement, questions, rule, steel, use
Quick-Return Mechanism Velocity Calculations
In this animated and interactive object, learners calculate the maximum velocity of the work stroke and the return stroke.
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bar, crank, engineering, four, jj0003, linkages, mechanical, mechanism, quick, return, slider, stroke, velocity, work
RC Time Constant
In this animated object, learners observe the voltage on a capacitor at various time constants when it either charges or discharges. Students then answer questions in the categories of Identify, Compare, and Compute.
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capacitor, capacitors, charge, charging, circuit, constant, constants, discharge, discharging, network, rc, series, time
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.