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College of Engineering

Professional Development Courses

Advance your skills with courses designed for engineers and technical professionals.

Offered by the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering, our offerings focus on practical, job-relevant learning you can apply immediately. Choose from a wide range of topics across engineering, technology, and leadership, taught by experienced faculty and industry experts.

Options are available in flexible formats, including in person, live online, and Online Anytime (asynchronous), making it easier to build expertise, stay current in your field, or prepare for the next step in your career.

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Leadership Beyond Your Team Managing Up and Across

Upcoming Dates
  • Jan. 26-29, 2026 (D772)
    Live Online
    $1,695
  • Sep. 14-15, 2026 (D775)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
Master the art of influencing those at your level or higher to become a more effective leader. Learn how to make yourself heard and change others' behavior to ensure reliable partnerships in your programs and projects.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01406

Effectively Managing Technical Teams

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 2-6, 2026 (D771)
    Live Online
    $1,995
  • Sep. 9-11, 2026 (D774)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,995
Technical teams present many challenges for engineering managers. Team leaders must often give up some of their technical authority to focus on strategic management, operational planning and human resource management. They also need solid communications skills and know how to represent the team across the organization and at a high level. In this hands-on course, you will learn strategic and operational planning tools to set goals, establish objectives and build defensible budgets from an instructor who has actually “walked the talk” of this course with his own experiences.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01092

QRM Business Process Optimization Improving Support Operations with Advanced Cell Design

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 3-4, 2026 (E064)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Aug. 4-5, 2026 (E065)
    Live Online
    $1,495
Unlock the potential of your support operations with advanced cell design techniques to streamline quoting, design, and order processing workflows. Learn how to implement office cells to significantly reduce lead times and enhance overall business performance.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA00058

QRM Introduction Fundamentals of Quick Response Manufacturing

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 5, 2026 (E050)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Apr. 24, 2026 (E052)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Jun. 18, 2026 (E053)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Aug. 6, 2026 (E054)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Oct. 22, 2026 (E056)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Dec. 1, 2026 (E057)
    Live Online
    $250
This introductory course provides a foundational understanding of Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM), emphasizing lead time reduction to enhance organizational competitiveness. Participants will explore key strategies for eliminating inefficiencies and fostering enterprise-wide improvements.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA18013

Fundamentals of Power Electronics

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 9-12, 2026 (E077)
    Live Online
    $1,895
Power electronics plays a crucial role in modern technologies by enabling efficient control and conversion of electric power in devices and systems. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, connecting concepts from electronics, magnetics, energy conversion, and control systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electrification , EV and Hybrid Power, Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives
RA01185

Maintaining Asphalt Pavements

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 9-10, 2026 (E117)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
Are your asphalt pavements deteriorating faster than your budget—those pavements that were built in the boom and are now going bust? Learn practical pavement evaluation, repair, maintenance, and rehabilitation techniques to extend the life of your pavements while stretching your budgets.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00315

Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 11-12, 2026 (E118)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
Sharpen your construction inspection skills with practical techniques, engineering fundamentals, and real-world insights tailored for public works projects. This course builds confidence and competence for inspectors, technicians, and engineers working with contractors and the public.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Public Works and Municipal
RA00383

Using HEC-RAS to Model Bridges, Culverts, and Floodplains

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 20 - Mar. 27, 2026 (D999)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Sep. 18 - Oct. 23, 2026 (E001)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Feb. 19 - Mar. 26, 2027 (E002)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Sep. 17 - Oct. 22, 2027 (E003)
    Live Online
    $1,495
HEC-RAS training for basic river modeling, bridge modeling, and culvert modeling, as well as for mixed flow, multiple culverts, and bridge openings.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Water and Environmental, Stormwater, Rivers, and Groundwater
RA00353

Intermediate Power Electronics Power Converter Topologies, Modeling & Control

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 23-26, 2026 (E025)
    Live Online
    $1,995
Advance your understanding of power electronics by mastering converter topologies, modeling techniques, and control strategies critical for high-performance systems. This expert-led course combines theory, practical application, and hands-on learning to equip professionals with the skills to optimize modern power systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electrification , Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives
RA00072
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