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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
REVIEW: Work Holding
The student reviews milling machine work-holding devices.
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holding, milling, work
RL Time Constant
Learners read an explanation of the RL time constant and examine the formula for calculating the instantaneous current value. The current is graphed as it climbs to maximum or drops to zero. Note* In the formulas in this module, the Greek letter epsilon should be the mathematical constant 'e'.
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constant, dc, electronics, inductance, inductor, L/R time constant, tau
RPM of AC Motors
Learners study factors that affect the synchronous speed of an AC motor: the applied AC frequency and the number of stator poles.
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ac motor, motor speed, number of poles, pole pairs, rpm, synchronous speed
Radial Drilling Machines
In this document you'll review text and photos of the radial drilling machines.
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arm, radial
Ratios and Proportions
In this interactive object, learners simplify ratios and solve problems using proportions. All terms are defined.
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Reading Indicator Quiz
In this learning activity you'll test your skill at reading indicators.
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balanced, continuous, counter, dial, discrimination, face, indicator, indicators, revolution, tolerance, units
Reading Vernier Height Gage Quiz
Students take a 13-question quiz to practice reading 25- and 50-division Vernier height gages.
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discrimination, gage, graduations, height, main, measurement, scale, vernier
Reading a Micrometer
In this learning activity you'll practice reading an inch micrometer.
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calculations, how to read a micrometer, measuring, micrometer, precision
Reading a Triple Beam Balance
Students identify the parts of a triple beam balance and practice measuring the mass of objects.
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balance, beam, hands-on learning, laboratory equipment, mass, mass measurement, measurement, measurement tools, measuring mass, metric, parts of a balance, reading, scales, science education, science experiments, scientific measurements, weighing objects
Reading and Interpreting Bar Graphs
In this learning activity you'll identify the various parts of a bar graph, read and interpret its data, and calculate the data to solve various application problems.
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analysis, bar, data, graph, graphs, interpreting, reading
Reading the Title Block
In this activity we’ll explain what a title block is and how to read the information it holds.
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Reality Shock (Screencast)
Learners examine the phases and characteristics of the reality shock experienced by nurses. They also identify strategies to deal with reality shock and with the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.
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novice, nurse, stress, transition
Recharging Your Attitude
Learners will determine if they are satisfied with their attitudes and then rank tips for regaining a positive disposition in the workplace.
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attitude, attitude of gratitude, attitudes in the workplace, disposition, how to relieve stress, positive disposition, productivity, self-improvement tips
Records Management: An Introduction to Filing Rules and Indexing (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners read an explanation of the file rules and indexing that have been developed by the Association of Records Managers and Administrators.
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file, files, filing, index, indexing, record, records
Records Management: Applying ARMA Rules to Business Filing
In this interactive object, learners apply their knowledge of the Association of Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA) filing rules by organizing and filing records alphabetically, numerically, and by subject.
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arma, business, document, filing, indexing, office, organizing, records
Recursion - See Recursion
In this learning object you'll learn what recursion is and how to use it.
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base case, c#, call stack, carl franklin, function, interface, programming, recursion
Referential Integrity
Explore what referential integrity is, why it's important to reliable data organization, and learn how it enforces constraints.
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constraint, database, erd, foreign key, how does referential integrity work, lookup table, normal form, normalization, primary key, RDBMS, relational
Regional Body Parts
In this interactive object, learners identify a person's regional body parts.
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anatomy, human
Regional Body Parts
In this interactive object, learners identify a person's regional body parts.
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anatomy, human
Religions of the World
In this learning activity you'll analyzes the structures and processes of religion within a global context.
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Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, what are the religions of the world, World religions
Religions of the World - Buddhism
In this learning activity you'll analyze the structures of Buddhism and identifies the countries with the largest Buddhist populations.
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Buddhism, What countries have the largest Buddhist populations
Religions of the World - Christianity
In this learning activity you'll identify the counties with the largest Christian populations.
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Christianity, What countries have the largest Christian populations
Religions of the World - Hinduism
In this learning activity you'll identify the 10 countries with the largest Hindu populations.
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Hinduism, What countries have the largest Hindu populations
Religions of the World - Judaism
In this learning activity you'll use a map to identify the 10 countries with the largest populations of Jewish people.
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What countries have the largest Jewish communities, Where are the largest Jewish communities
Request Response: How the Web Works
In this learning activity we’ll learn how the web works by using a Request and Response algorithm.
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dns, http, javascript, server, website
Resistor Color Code Description
In this interactive activity, students read about the colored stripes on a resistor and interpret the placement of those colors to determine the value of four-band resistors.
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cc0001, code, color, dc, electronics, resistor
Resistor Color Code Practice
In this learning activity you'll build a resistor's color code based on the bands.
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cc0001, code, color, resistor
Respiratory System Drug Treatment Review
Learners match respiratory drug actions to the appropriate drug category.
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Respiratory Terms
In this interactive object, learners review respiratory system terminology and then match the terms with their definitions.
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breathing, lung, respiratory, terminology, terms
Restful Services
In this learning activity, we’ll explore what RESTful services are, how they interact with clients and servers, and finally, understand how it works within an HTTP framework.
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architecure, crud, delete, get, http verbs, post, put, rest, what are restful services, what is the restful architecture
Reversing the Rotation of DC Motors
Learners view animations showing how to change the connections to cause a DC motor to reverse its rotation. A short quiz completes the activity.
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dc, direction, motor, motors, reversing, rotation
Review - Drill Press Accessories and Procedures
This review tests the student's knowledge of drill press accessories and procedures.
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drilling
Review - Radial Drill Press Parts Identification
This interaction tests the student's knowledge of parts on a radial drill press.
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drilling
Review: Cutting Speeds & RPM Calculations for Drilling
This review tests the student's knowledge of cutting speeds and RPM calculations for drilling machines.
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drill
Review: Drill Press Advanced Cutting Tools and Operations
This review tests the student's knowledge of advanced cutting tools and operations on a drill press.
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drilling
Rigging & Lifting Safety
This content module will review rigging and lifting techniques and equipment.
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Machine Tool, shop
Right Triangles That Are Special: Using the Pythagorean Theorem
In this learning activity you'll apply the Pythagorean Theorem to isosceles and equilateral triangles.
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pythagorean, right, theorem, triangles
Robotic Welding Instructions
The learner will gain an understanding of how a robot uses welding instructions to perform tasks. This learning activity includes video.
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linear motion incorrect weld end, linear motion while welding, linear motion without welding, robot, welding data parameters, welding instruction, welding instructions, welding robot
Rotating Vector Representation of the Sine Function
The learner will be able to represent steady-state AC sinusoidal signals using phasors, which will lead to a simplified technique of analyzing AC circuits in a very similar way that we analyze DC circuits.
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circuit, circuit analysis, phase vector, phasor, sine wave, steady-state
Routers
In this learning activity you'll examine how routers transfer data between local area networks and the Internet.
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data, flow, how do routers work, lan, lans, network, router, routers, routing
SEO - A Brief Overview
This learning activity provides an overview of Search Engine Optimization, or SEO.
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optimize, search engine optimization, seo, traffic, website
SEO - Promoting your Website
This learning object explains new, free, and traditional ways to market your website.
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drive traffic, more hits, optimize, promote, SEO
SEO - Site Optimization
This learning activity explains how site structure and organization can have a positive effect on optimization and driving traffic to your website.
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Directory, Drive traffic, Optimize, SEO
SEO - Site Organization and Structure
In this activity, we will explain the mechanics of site structure and the role it plays in search engine optimization.
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Design, Developer, Graphic Design, IT, Search Engine Optimization, SEO
SEO: Analytics
In this activity, you will explore what web analytics are and how to use them for site optimization.
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analytics, get unstuck, SEO, web development, What is SEO?
SIPOC
In this module, we'll be introducing you to SIPOC, a powerful tool that can help you improve your business processes. It's a high-level process mapping tool that helps you identify the key components of a process and how they relate to each other. SIPOC diagrams are often used in Six Sigma and Lean methodologies, but they can be useful for any process improvement initiative. We’ll explain the key SIPOC components and demonstrate how to build one. Then, we’ll walk through a few scenarios and let you build your own.
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SMAW Discontinuities
In this activity, we'll examine some common discontinuities associated with SMAW welding and review ways to prevent these problems from happening.
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SMAW Electrode Characteristics
In this learning activity, you’ll explore the characteristics of common, carbon steel shielded metal arc welding electrodes, which fall under American Welding Society specification A5.1.
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SMAW Electrodes, welding electrodes, Welding specifications, what's the difference between SMAW electrodes
SQ5R
Instead of trying to memorize content, the SQ5R technique focuses on understanding concepts and new ideas.
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learning, review, study, test prep, understand
SSH - Secure Shell
In this activity you will learn the benefits of SSH, Secure shell, versus plain FTP.
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FTP, Man in the middle attack, secure channel, SSH, unix
STP - The Spanning Tree Protocol
In this learning activity you'll use the Spanning Tree Protocol to correctly set up a loop-free Ethernet local area network.
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how does the spanning tree protocol work, lan, loop, network, what is the spanning tree protocol
Safe Handling and Installation of Shielding Gas Cylinders
The learner will understand proper safe handling and installation procedures for shielding gas cylinders.
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cylinder valves, flowmeter, regulator, shielding gas, shielding gas cylinders, transporting shielding gas cylinders, welding gas, welding station
Safety Scene - Grinding Edition
In this learning activity you'll recognize potential safety hazards around grinding equipment
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avoiding welding hazards, grinding safely, Welding safety, what are welding hazards
Safety Scene - Welding Edition
In this activity you'll identify several hazards in a welding environment.
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, hazard, problems in a welding shop, safety, welding hazards, welding shop, wrong
Sample Size & Reduction
Discover the fascinating intersection of veterinary science and human medicine in this module. "Can Animal Studies Predict Human Results?" Dive into groundbreaking research and ethical debates as we explore how animal testing influences the future of medical breakthroughs by unraveling the complexities of animal and human testing.
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animal studies, BioLeap, NAVS, Negative Outcomes, Positive Outcomes
Sawing Review
In this interaction the student is asked 19 questions related to sawing machines.
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machines, review, sawing, saws
Schematic Diagram Symbols
In this learning activity you'll review various types of common components used in electronics and view their schematic diagram symbols.
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cc0002, components, diagram, drawings, electronic, schematic, symbols
Science Lab Equipment - Pt 1 (Screencast)
In this screencast we are introduced to the lab equipment used to contain and dispense chemicals.
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chemistry, lab, science, tools
Scientific Notation - Converting Numbers Larger Than 1 to Scientific Notation (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review scientific notation and practice expressing numbers larger than 1.
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how do I use scientific notation, notation, scientific, what is scientific notation
Scientific Notation - Converting Numbers Smaller Than 1 to Scientific Notation (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll read an explanation of scientific notation and practice expressing numbers smaller than 1 in scientific notation.
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how do I convert numbers using scientific notation, notation, scientific, what is scientific notation
Screw Threads and Fasteners
This document gives the student a text and graphic overview of screw threads and fasteners.
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benchwork, fasteners, screws, thread, threads
Screw Threads and Fasteners Review
This review assesses the student's ability to understand screw threads and fasteners.
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fasteners, review, screws, threads
Seatbelt Evidence
This Learning Object is designed to identify the various components of a vehicle's seatbelt system, and to show evidence of seatbelt use following a collision.
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seatbelt
Sectional Views
In this interactive object, learners examine sectional views used in engineering drawings. The sections shown are full, half, offset, aligned, revolved, and broken-out. Learners match drawings of sectional views with the names of the views.
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aided, aligned, arrow, blueprint, broken, computer, cutting, design, detail, dimensional, drafting, drawings, engineering, front, full, half, hatch, isometric, line, model, object, out, pictorial, plane, profile, reading, revolved, sections, side, sketch, three, top, two, view, visualize
Secure Data Erasure
In this simulation, you’ll learn to differentiate between basic deletion and secure erasure to protect sensitive information.
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data, erasing data, hard drive, HDD, ssd
Selection: The First Stage in the Perception Process (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review the selection stage in the perception process and apply the information to complete an activity.
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motives, perception, selection, selective perception, stimuli, what is the perception process
Selector Switch Labeling
In this animated object, learners examine the method of interpreting the truth tables for two-position and three-position selector switches on ladder logic circuit diagrams.
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circuits, diagrams, labeling, ladder, logic, selector, switch, switches
Sequencing Impacts Using Radial and Concentric Fractures (Screencast)
Learners examine radial and concentric fractures in glass to determine the sequence of the impacts.
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Concentric fractures, Glass cracks, Radial fractures, Sequencing impacts
Series Capacitance
Students view the steps for determining the total capacitance for a series circuit. They then work practice problems.
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aa0003, capacitance, capacitors, dc, electronics, series, total
Series Circuit Analysis Practice Problems Part 2
In this interactive object, learners solve additional problems involving total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated.
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analysis, dc, series
Series Inductance
In this learning activity you'll calculate the total inductance of a series circuit.
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aa0004, circuit, inductance, inductor, inductors, series
Series Motor Runaway (Screencast)
Learners consider the changes inside a series motor that could cause it to break apart if the load was disconnected. A quiz completes the activity.
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away, dc, motor, motors, run, series
Series-Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #5
Learners examine a series-parallel circuit and solve 14 problems related to voltage, current, and power. A help screen is provided.
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dc, electronics, parallel, practice, problems, series
Series-Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit 2
In this interactive object, learners solve a series-parallel DC circuit analysis problem. Immediate step-by-step feedback is given.
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analysis, circuit, dc, parallel, series
Series-Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit 3
In this interactive object, learners solve a series-parallel DC circuit analysis problem. Immediate step-by-step feedback is given.
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analysis, circuit, parallel, series
Series-Parallel Circuit Analysis: Practice Problems Circuit 1
In this interactive object, learners analyze a series-parallel DC circuit problem in a series of steps. Immediate feedback is provided.
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analysis, circuit, dc, parallel, series
Series-Parallel DC Circuits Analysis
Learners follow a methodical approach for the dc analysis of series-parallel circuits.
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analysis, dc, parallel, series, STEM
Series-Parallel Practice Problems Circuit 4
In this interactive object, learners work 12 problems dealing with dc circuit analysis.
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dc, parallel, practice, problems, seris
Setting Up Your Virtual Private Network (VPN)
The learner will understand how to set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN) using a home computer network.
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network, private, secure, virtual, VPN
Setting Up and Using an Offset Boring Head
This video will examine the parts of an offset boring head, and how to setup and use the head.
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Boring, Boring Hea, Bridgeport, Machine Tool, Mill, Milling Machine, Offset
Seven Barriers to Listening
The learner will identify common barriers to effective listening.
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core skills, Gamma+, Seven Barriers, soft skills
Sexual Harassment: Preventing and Addressing Sexual Harassment
In this activity, you'll identify ways to prevent and address sexual harassment.
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HR, human resources, management, sexual harassment, workplace ethics
Sexual Harassment: Separating Fact from Fiction
In this activity, you'll distinguish between sexual harassment facts and fiction.
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animation, fear, scenario, sexual harassment
Sexual Harassment: The Three Types
In this learning activity, you'll identify the three types of sexual harassment.
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sexual harassment
Shapes of Simple Molecules - Part 1 (Screencast)
In this animated and interactive object, learners observe how two, three, or four groups of electrons around the central atom cause the shape of the molecule to be linear, trigonal planar, bent, tetrahedral, or pyramidal. Seven examples and eight interactive questions are provided.
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Shop Safety Review Sheet
The student takes a 14-question quiz of shop safety.
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quiz, safety, shop
Signed Binary Numbers: 2's Complement
Learners use this interactive and animated object to examine the use of binary numbers in a programmable logic controller. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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binary, numbering, numbers, signed, singed, system
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions: Addition & Subtraction
Learners read definitions of the terminology associated with algebraic operations and then follow steps to simplify algebraic expressions.
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Single-Phase Motors: Introduction to Phase-Splitting
Learners will understand how the interaction of the armature magnetic field and the rotating stator field cause the rotor of a single-phase AC motor to turn.
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ac, electrical, motors, phase, single, split
Sizing Motor Overloads
Learners use the National Electrical Code to determine the size of a motor overload protection device.
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device, devices, moter, motor, motors, overload, overloads, protection, sizing
Sizing a Sanitary Sump (Single Pump)
Learners follow steps to size a sanitary sump using the Wisconsin Plumbing Code. A quiz completes the activity.
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non, piping, public, sizing, supply
Sizing a Tank Type Water Heater
In this interactive learning object, the learner practices sizing a tank-type water heater for one- and two-family residences, townhouses, and apartments with individual water heaters.
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plumbing, tank water heater, water heater sizing
Sizing an Automatic Car Wash Interceptor
Learners follow steps for sizing a car wash interceptor according to the Wisconsin Administrative Plumbing Code. A quiz completes the activity. (Hover your mouse in lower right corner to see the next button)
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interceptors
Sizing an Interior Grease Interceptor (Screencast)
Learners follow steps to size an interior grease interceptor in a plumbing system that is collecting deleterious materials from a commercial kitchen sink. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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plumbing
Sizing an Interior Grease Interceptor for a Commercial Dishwasher
Learners follow steps to size an interior grease interceptor for a commercial dishwasher. This animated learning object presents plumbing code requirements and industry standards. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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grease, traps
Skin and the Integumentary System
Learners examine the structure and function of skin including the production of melanin.
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anatomy, dermis, eLearning, epidermis, follicles, glands, hair, integumentary, interactive educational activity, melanin, melanin production, melanocytes skin, physiology, sebum, skin function, skin structure, sweat, tissue
Social Engineering Attacks
In this learning activity, you’ll identify information hackers use to gain access to a company, explain different types of social engineering attacks, and recognize different solutions to avoid these attacks.
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black hat, cognitive bias, hacker, phishing, phishing and baiting, psychological manipulation, what are social engineering attacks
Socialization: The Process of Becoming Ourselves
In this learning activity you'll review socialization and agents of socialization and create your own lifeline.
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how do events impact your life, how do i create my own timeline, What are the agents of socialization
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.