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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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    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

    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

    Wisconsin Commercial Building Code Refresher

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 16-18, 2026 (D956)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $825/$595/$345
    Learn about the newly adopted Wisconsin Commercial Building Code, which adopts IBC 2021 code with Wisconsin modifications. The conference also has sessions covering Wisconsin plumbing and electrical code topics. Attendees will gain insights from DSPS staff and ICC experts, ensuring they’re equipped to apply best practices in design, construction, and inspection. With breakout sessions and real-world examples, this event is a must-attend for professionals who need to stay current and compliant.
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Codes and Standards
    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
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Water and Environmental, Stormwater, Rivers, and Groundwater
    RA00353

    Introduction to Railroad Engineering and Operations

    Upcoming Dates
    • Mar. 10-19, 2026 (E121)
      Live Online
      $1,295
    • Nov. 10-11, 2026 (E124)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,295
    Build a strong foundation in railroad engineering and operations with this comprehensive introduction to freight, passenger, commuter, and transit rail systems. This course demystifies the technical aspects of rail infrastructure, signaling, and operations planning for professionals entering or expanding their role in the rail industry.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering
    RA00336

    Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 8-9, 2026 (D813)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,495
    • Nov. 17-18, 2026 (E125)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,595
    Make the leap from technical expert to confident leader by mastering the skills of communication, delegation, and team motivation. This course equips engineers and technical professionals with the tools to lead effectively, manage meetings, and inspire performance.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA00014
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