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Maintaining Asphalt Pavements

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  • Jan. 13 - Feb. 17, 2026 (E115)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • 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.
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RA00315

Ammonia Refrigeration System Safety

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 1-3, 2026 (D297)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Apr. 7-9, 2027 (E032)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Apr. 5-7, 2028 (E040)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Ammonia is a powerful and environmentally friendly refrigerant—but it comes with serious safety responsibilities. This course equips professionals with the knowledge to operate ammonia refrigeration systems safely, comply with regulations, and prevent hazardous incidents.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00370

Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills

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  • Jan. 15 - Feb. 19, 2026 (E116)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • 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.
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RA00383

Fundamentals of Power Electronics

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  • Feb. 9-12, 2026 (E077)
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    $1,895
Power electronics plays a crucial role in modern technologies by enabling efficient control and conversion of electric power in devices and systems. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, connecting concepts from electronics, magnetics, energy conversion, and control systems.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA01185

Emergency Railroad Bridge Inspections

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    Online Anytime
    $395
When emergency railroad bridge incidents strike without warning, time is critical—this course trains frontline personnel to act as competent observers, enabling fast, informed decisions by remote bridge experts. Learn how to identify key components, assess damage, and communicate effectively during emergencies like floods, fires, collisions, and earthquakes.
RA01658

Essentials of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

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  • Feb. 23 - Mar. 30, 2026 (D821)
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    $1,795
Learn how to apply Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to evaluate environmental impacts, support sustainability goals, and meet regulatory requirements. This course provides practical, industry-relevant training in LCA methods, tools, and applications—designed by professionals, for professionals.
RA00076

New Supply Chain Management

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    Online Anytime
    $295
Master the fundamentals of supply chain management and learn how to align logistics strategies with business goals. This three-day asynchronous course equips engineers and operations professionals with practical tools to optimize capacity, inventory, and service levels for maximum efficiency.
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Discipline: Industrial
RA01822
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