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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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Managing Snow and Ice Control Operations

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 13-14, 2026 (E363)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
Learn how to effectively manage snow and ice control operations with practical strategies for plowing, deicing, and anti-icing across roads, sidewalks, and facilities. This course equips you to improve safety, reduce environmental impact, and optimize winter maintenance costs through smart planning and technology.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00322

Principles of Substation Design and Construction

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 19-21, 2026 (D881)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,895
  • Feb. 22-24, 2027 (E286)
    Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
    $1,995
  • Oct. 18-20, 2027 (E164)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,895
Build a solid foundation in substation design and construction by learning the full project phases, from site selection to commissioning. This course equips engineers with practical tools to design reliable substations, manage costs, and stay on schedule.
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage, Transmission
RA00063

Intermediate Power Electronics Power Converter Topologies, Modeling & Control

Upcoming Dates
  • May 24-27, 2027 (E467)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
Advance your understanding of power electronics by mastering converter topologies, modeling techniques, and control strategies critical for high-performance systems. This expert-led course combines theory, practical application, and hands-on learning to equip professionals with the skills to optimize modern power systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electrification , Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives
RA00072

Water Entry Prevention and Moisture Control in Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 27-29, 2026 (E091)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Master the science of moisture control in buildings to prevent costly failures and ensure long-term performance. This course equips engineers and construction professionals with actionable strategies for managing water and vapor across all building systems.
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00291

Introduction to Railroad Engineering and Operations

Upcoming Dates
  • 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

Fundamentals of Railway Train Control and Signaling

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 29-30, 2026 (E200)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,395
Learn the foundational principles behind modern railway train control and signaling systems, including block signal design, interlockings, and Positive Train Control (PTC). This course equips engineers and rail professionals with the knowledge to understand, evaluate, and contribute to safe and efficient rail operations.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering
RA00549

Fundamentals of Substation Equipment and Control Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 6-8, 2026 (D740)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
  • Feb. 16-18, 2027 (E249)
    Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
    $1,995
  • May 11-13, 2027 (E337)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Oct. 5-7, 2027 (E449)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
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
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage, Transmission
RA00509
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