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Join us today and unlock your full potential for success in the rapidly changing world of engineering and technology. UW-Madison’s College of Engineering (COE) is a leading professional development organization dedicated to empowering engineers and technical professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their fields. We offer a wide range of cutting-edge courses designed to enhance professional growth and provide opportunities for career advancement. Our expert instructors, both faculty and industry veterans, deliver engaging and practical training sessions that bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise in a specific technical area, stay abreast of the latest industry trends, or broaden your skill set to adapt to evolving challenges, UW-Madison’s College of Engineering is your trusted partner in engineering professional development.

 

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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.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00370

Precision and Predictive Maintenance

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 7-8, 2025 (D551)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
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.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01068

QRM Introduction New Fundamentals of Quick Response Manufacturing

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 7-8, 2025 (D693)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Jul. 14-15, 2025 (D663)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Oct. 27-28, 2025 (D664)
    Live Online
    $250
This entry-level course provides an essential overview of QRM. It's a great foundational starting point for anyone new to QRM, offering key concepts for reducing lead times and increasing organizational competitiveness.  Course duration: Two 2-hour modules (Virtual only).
Customizable
RA18013

Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 8-9, 2025 (D408)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Nov. 17-20, 2025 (D650)
    Live Online
    $1,495
Moving into a management role can be challenging, especially for those who have spent years completing technical work without direct reports or those who are new to the workforce.  In this course, you'll develop the skills and knowledge to succeed as a manager through practical discussions of management and leadership fundamentals and tools that will aid in your transition. Classroom exercises along with a tactical action plan will allow you to immediately make a positive impact.
Customizable
RA00014

Repair of Concrete

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 9-11, 2025 (D400)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Apr. 14-16, 2026 (D724)
    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.
Customizable
RA00280

Blowers for Wastewater and Industrial Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 14 - May 2, 2025 (D647)
    Live Online
    $795
Blowers are critical to meeting process and energy objectives for water resource recovery facilities and for many industrial processes. This course will provide valuable expertise on blower essentials, with topics ranging from the fundamentals of thermodynamics to routine blower maintenance. Operators and designers will benefit from the instructor’s 40+ years of experience in blower applications. The content includes selection, specification, control, and optimization of blower systems.  The discussions will explain characteristics of new and established blower technologies.
Customizable
RA01856

Best Practices in Maintenance and Reliability

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 15-17, 2025 (D550)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
  • Sep. 23-25, 2025 (D560)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
This required 3-day, highly interactive course designed to build student's knowledge on global best practices regardless of the learner’s starting point is new and improved, as one of the 5 total courses required for the MRM Certificate.  Course content as outlined is based on the Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) knowledge base.   Extensive research was conducted using today’s leading and latest sources for best practices.  Many who have completed this program gain confidence and, along with independent study, go on to successfully achieve their certification as a maintenance and reliability professional (CMRP). 
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01362
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