Professional Development Courses

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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Courses (52)

    Maintaining Asphalt Pavements

    Upcoming Dates
    • Jan. 13 - Feb. 17, 2026 (E115)
      Live Online
      $1,095
    • 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
    RA00315

    Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills

    Upcoming Dates
    • Jan. 15 - Feb. 19, 2026 (E116)
      Live Online
      $1,095
    • 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
    RA00383

    Critical Conversations Results-based Communication

    Upcoming Dates
    • Jan. 20-23, 2026 (D773)
      Live Online
      $1,695
    • Sep. 16-17, 2026 (D776)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,695
    This course gives engineers and technical professionals a practical framework for having clear, honest, and productive conversations—especially when stakes are high or conflict is likely. Learn how to plan, deliver, and recover conversations using a proven model that supports better outcomes without damaging relationships.
    RA01567

    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
    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
    RA01092

    Wisconsin Commercial Building Code Refresher

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 16-18, 2026 (D956)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $825/$595/$345
    Get current, hands-on information to understand and use the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code (WCBC). Presented by UW–Madison and the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), this annual event is a valuable opportunity to learn the latest updates. Discover best practices to make your plan submittal process a success.
    RA00303

    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
    RA00353
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