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Practical Microbiology for Wastewater Treatment and Operations

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 9-11, 2025 (D622)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Sep. 8-10, 2026 (D645)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Wastewater treatment plants depend heavily on the work of microorganisms. This course will help you understand and manage biological processes and improve your wastewater treatment projects and facilities. You will also learn how to use microscopes to monitor and improve wastewater treatment operation, with hands-on practice with microscopes.
Customizable
RA01533

Electrical Systems Design for the Non-Electrical Engineer

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 28 - May 2, 2025 (D246)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Sep. 15-19, 2025 (D631)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
Take this course to learn fundamental electrical concepts and electrical power distribution design for industrial and commercial systems—1,000 volts and below. Expert instructors will start with basic science concepts and extend them to explain single-phase and three-phase alternating current systems. You will gain a sound understanding of electrical circuits, electrical construction materials, grounding, power quality, arc flash, and applicable national safety and energy codes and standards. This course is intended for those responsible for the design, operation and maintenance of electric power and lighting systems in commercial and institutional buildings and manufacturing plants, and it assumes you have no formal training in electrical engineering.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA00066

Repair of Concrete

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 9-11, 2025 (D400)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
This course will show you how to evaluate the condition of your concrete and how to protect your existing concrete with the right repair materials and techniques. You’ll come away with specific repair methods for structural concrete, floor slabs, and slabs on grade, along with strategies for reinforcing and post-tensioning.
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RA00280

Ammonia Refrigeration System Safety

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 2-4, 2025 (D279)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Apr. 1-3, 2026 (D297)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Ammonia is the refrigerant of choice in the industrial refrigeration sector due to its unmatched thermodynamic properties. Belonging to a group of "natural" refrigerants, ammonia is also favored because of its environmental friendliness. Ammonia, however, is not without hazards. This course will teach you how to utilize ammonia refrigeration while ensuring safety and preventing future risks.
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Discipline: Mechanical
RA00370

Solid Waste Landfill Design

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 7-9, 2025 (D405)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
Developing or expanding a successful solid waste landfill requires extensive planning, a clear understanding of landfill engineering practices, and careful technical design and delivery. This course will guide you through the development process from start to finish. Interactive learning with group discussion and idea exchange will be emphasized. Learn about the critical factors of solid waste landfill design, operations, evolving industry issues, and economics from a diverse, highly experienced, and expert course faculty. 
RA00423

The Commissioning Process for Existing Buildings

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  • Mar. 17-18, 2025 (D391)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • May 15-16, 2025 (D582)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
You will learn an effective approach to access the potential benefits of commissioning existing buildings, and develop a plan to identify opportunities and execute activities in all phases for existing buildings and retro-commissioning programs. Also, you will learn how to implement a campus-, city-, or corporate-wide commissioning process program. The cost and benefits of the process and the role in performance contracts—for energy and retro-commissioning programs—will be discussed.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00752

Precision and Predictive Maintenance

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  • Apr. 7-8, 2025 (D551)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,295
In this course, you will learn to apply proven predictive maintenance approaches that optimize availability of equipment, reduce maintenance costs, and improve product quality. Our expert instructor will help you understand which PdM diagnostic technologies are best for your plant.
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Discipline: Industrial
RA01068
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