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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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Water Storage Tanks Operation, Maintenance, and Rehabilitation

Upcoming Dates
  • May 20-22, 2025 (D656)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,395
Water storage tanks are an important, visible component of your water distribution system. Operation and maintenance of water storage tanks can significantly impact fire protection, water quality, service delivery, and maintenance costs. Rehabilitation costs for existing tanks sometimes exceed original construction costs, so it is important to select operation, maintenance, inspection, and repair procedures that will minimize the life cycle costs of your tanks. In this course, you will learn how to properly and cost-effectively operate, maintain, and rehabilitate steel and concrete elevated tanks, ground storage tanks, and standpipes. 
Customizable
RA00207

Essentials of Drinking Water Treatment

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 24-26, 2025 (D545)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
  • Jun. 23-25, 2026 (D644)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
Clean and safe drinking water is one of the most important assets in any city or community. This course will provide you with a good working knowledge of current water regulations, technical principles, recent technology developments, and case study examples so you can improve your organization’s water treatment facilities, operations, and future projects.
Customizable
RA01015

Financial Analysis for Technical Professionals, Managers, and Planners New

Upcoming Dates
  • Jul. 11 - Aug. 22, 2025 (D737)
    Live Online
    $1,795
The goal of this course is to provide technical professionals, managers and planners with foundational understanding and skills in financial analysis to support the development and planning for projects, products and services.  Methods covered in this course are applicable to both – private industries and public / government service agencies.
Customizable
RA01421

Corrosion Control and Water Quality Improvement in Drinking Water Distribution Systems

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    Online Anytime
    $695
Stay ahead of stricter lead & copper regulations with real solutions. Water quality within municipal water distribution systems and building plumbing is of growing interest to engineers, consultants, and operating professionals throughout the U.S. Taught by nationally known experts, this course combines important principles, latest technologies, and case studies to help you improve and control water quality in your distribution systems and premise plumbing.
Customizable
RA01377

Asset Management Practices - A Practical Approach - For Both Basic and Advanced Practitioners

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Aging infrastructure across various sectors — including water, wastewater, energy, transportation, and more — demands critical attention. In the U.S. alone, trillions of dollars in repairs, upgrades, and replacements will be needed over the next two decades in both public infrastructure and private industry. Effective asset management is essential for prioritizing and managing these vital assets, regardless of the industry, to ensure long-term physical and financial sustainability. Learn how to implement strategies that improve the health of your systems while extending their lifespan and optimizing resource allocation.
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RA01294
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