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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Future Combustion Fuels for Mobility

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 19-21, 2027 (E013)
    Live Online
    $1,995
As battery-based powertrains face limitations in certain mobility sectors, renewable combustion fuels are emerging as a viable low-carbon alternative. This course equips engineers with the technical and economic insights needed to evaluate, compare, and apply future fuel options for internal combustion systems.
Customizable
RA00026

Supervision and the Art of Supervising

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 19-21, 2027 (E085)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
Maintenance supervisors occupy one of the most influential roles in any organization. They don't simply supervise work—they transform organizational intent into operational results by leading people, developing capability, and driving execution. The Supervising Maintenance course equips maintenance supervisors and frontline leaders with the leadership knowledge, practical tools, and supervisory practices needed to transform organizational goals into daily execution. Participants learn how to lead people, improve team performance, communicate effectively, and develop practical action plans that strengthen both their leadership capability and the performance of their maintenance organization.
Customizable
RA01840

Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 25-26, 2027 (E086)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
Master the critical processes and strategies for effective maintenance planning and scheduling to reduce downtime, control costs, and achieve operational excellence. This course provides practical tools to develop robust workflows, optimize schedules, and track KPIs and metrics for continuous improvement.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01259

National Electrical Safety Code

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 26-28, 2027 (E433)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
Gain an essential and comprehensive understanding of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC®) and the expertise to apply its rules confidently in real-world scenarios. This course equips engineers and utility professionals with the knowledge to design, operate, and maintain electrical systems that meet the latest safety and compliance standards.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00008

CMMS Setup and Utilization

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 27-28, 2027 (E078)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
Unlock the full potential of your Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) by learning how to configure, implement, and sustain it for long-term success. This course provides practical strategies to improve asset performance, streamline maintenance operations, and make data-driven decisions.
Discipline: Industrial
RA01639

Data Center Mechanical and Electrical Design and Operation

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 16-18, 2027 (E411)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the mechanical and electrical systems that support modern data centers, including HVAC, power distribution, and IT infrastructure. Participants will learn to design, operate, and maintain data centers with a focus on energy efficiency, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.
Discipline: Electrical, Mechanical
RA01524

Continuous Improvement

Upcoming Dates
  • Start Anytime
    Online Anytime
    $295
Unlock the power of continuous improvement to drive productivity, quality, and innovation in manufacturing. This course equips engineers with practical tools and lean strategies to identify inefficiencies and lead sustainable change.
RA01826
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