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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Courses (206)

    Leading Digital Change Transforming People, Process, and Purpose

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 6-8, 2026 (E102)
      Live Online
      $1,995
    Leading digital change goes beyond new technology; it's about empowering people, optimizing processes, and defining a clear purpose. This course provides leaders and teams with the practical tools and frameworks needed to navigate complex strategic and cultural transformations. You will leave with an actionable roadmap for your organization's ongoing success in the digital age.
    RA00020

    Developing a Winning Strategic Plan for Reliability

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 11-12, 2026 (D902)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    • Apr. 12-13, 2027 (E080)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    In today’s competitive business environment, the difference between success and failure is often based on how well our machines and facilities perform. Learn detailed strategic approaches to management and leadership in maintenance and reliability.
    Discipline: Industrial
    RA01483

    Fundamentals of Substation Equipment and Control Systems

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 12-14, 2026 (D896)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,895
    • Oct. 6-8, 2026 (D740)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,895
    Explore the essential components of an electric substation and master the control and wiring diagrams that govern their operation. Guided by professional engineers with decades of experience, you'll learn start-up and troubleshooting procedures for substation equipment.
    Discipline: Electrical
    RA00509

    Introduction to the International Building Code (IBC) Fire and Life Safety

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 12-13, 2026 (D700)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,195
    • May 11-12, 2027 (E111)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,195
    Tackle the complexities of code compliance with this practical, two-day course that dives into the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and its fire and life safety provisions. Professionals will gain essential knowledge to ensure safe and compliant building design, construction, and operation.
    Customizable
    RA00672

    QRM Foundation Implementing QRM for Time-Based Competitiveness

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 12-14, 2026 (E059)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,995
    • Sep. 15-17, 2026 (E060)
      Live Online
      $1,995
    Unlock the potential of Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) and Manufacturing Critical-path Time (MCT) to significantly reduce lead times and improve operational efficiency. This foundational course provides essential implementation skills through hands-on exercises and expert instruction.
    Customizable
    RA00054

    Root Cause Analysis Tools for Technical Applications

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 13-14, 2026 (D908)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    • Apr. 14-15, 2027 (E087)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    Master the tools and techniques of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to eliminate recurring problems and drive sustainable improvements in your technical operations. This course equips engineers and technical professionals with practical, proven methods to identify, analyze, and resolve the root causes of complex issues.
    RA01659

    Complying with the International Existing Building Code (IEBC)

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 14-15, 2026 (D701)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,095
    Learn how to confidently apply the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) to renovation and retrofit projects using one of three compliance paths. This course equips professionals with the tools to evaluate code requirements for safety, accessibility, and structural upgrades in existing buildings.
    RA01613

    PE Ethics Workshop

    Upcoming Dates
    • Start Anytime
      Online Anytime
      $195
    • May 14, 2026 (E147)
      Live Online
      $195
    • Dec. 4, 2026 (E126)
      Live Online
      $195
    This interactive ethics workshop explores real-world conflicts of interest that engineers and technical professionals may face in both public and private sectors. Through case studies and open discussion, participants will gain practical tools for navigating ethical gray areas with confidence and integrity.
    Customizable
    RA01666

    Precision and Predictive Maintenance Technologies and Utilization

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 18-19, 2026 (D946)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    • May 17-18, 2027 (E089)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    Master the principles of precision and predictive maintenance (PdM) to optimize equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and cut maintenance costs. This course provides proven strategies and tools to help you improve product quality, anticipate equipment failures, and sustain long-term operational efficiency. Our expert instructor will help you understand which PdM diagnostic technologies are best for your plant.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Industrial
    RA01068
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