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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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

The Commissioning Process for Delivering Quality Constructed Projects

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 23-27, 2026 (D978)
    Live Online
    $1,595
  • Apr. 20-22, 2026 (D981)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Learn why the Commissioning Process (CxP) provides consistent, cost-effective, and successful delivery of new buildings and constructed projects, and enhances the performance of existing buildings. Gain tools and techniques to incorporate this quality process from pre-design through the life of the facility. Highly valuable for all project team members, this course covers CxP goals, process steps, cost and benefits, case studies, and more.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00257

Project Management for the Commissioning Process Strategies for Controlling Projects and Avoiding Overruns

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 2-3, 2026 (D979)
    Live Online
    $1,095
This course teaches engineers and commissioning professionals how to apply structured project management principles to commissioning efforts using a repeatable, five-phase framework. Learn to control scope, manage resources, and deliver successful CxP outcomes without budget overruns or schedule delays.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01570

Certification Orientation/Review and Examination For Accredited Commissioning Process Provider

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 4-16, 2026 (D980)
    Online
    $875
  • Apr. 25 - May 7, 2026 (D983)
    Online
    $875
Earn a Commissioning Process Provider certification from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The QCxP certification provides recognition for individuals with knowledge of the ASHRAE Guideline 0 Commissioning Process. To qualify, complete the required courses and pass an examination.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00508

Fundamentals of HVAC

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 10-12, 2026 (D694)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Sep. 29 - Oct. 1, 2026 (D754)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Mar. 9-11, 2027 (E108)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Build a solid foundation in HVAC and refrigeration systems with a focus on commercial building applications, system components, and energy-efficient design. This course equips non-specialists with the knowledge to understand, evaluate, and manage HVAC systems using ASHRAE standards and real-world examples.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00367

The Commissioning Process for Existing Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 16-17, 2026 (D995)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • Apr. 23-24, 2026 (D982)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
Master the commissioning process (CxP) for existing buildings to optimize energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and building performance. This course equips engineers with the knowledge to develop and execute commissioning and retro-commissioning programs, while evaluating costs and benefits.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00752

Advanced Topics and Current Issues in Low-Slope Roofing

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 24-25, 2026 (D759)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
New course developed for students who have previously taken the Low Slope Roofing Systems course and are looking for more detailed information.  Some topics that will be expanded on include wind design per ASCE 7 and FM Global, moisture migration control and analysis, attachment and flashing details, legal issues, and recent trends in the roofing industry.
RA01850

National Electrical Code

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 8-10, 2026 (D636)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
The National Electrical Code® is the "benchmark for safe electrical design, installation, and inspection to protect consumers and property from electrical hazards," according to the National Fire Protection Association. Stay current with the National Electrical Code® (NEC®) and learn how to apply its standards to ensure safe, compliant electrical system design and installation. This course provides practical guidance for interpreting and implementing NEC® requirements in real-world projects.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00001

Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 13-17, 2026 (D810)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
  • Sep. 14-18, 2026 (E048)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
Gain hands-on experience in testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance, comfort, and energy efficiency. This course combines classroom instruction with real-world labs using professional TAB equipment to build practical skills you can apply immediately.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00263
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