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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Municipal Engineering Fundamentals for Non-Engineers

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Gain a practical understanding of how municipal infrastructure systems are designed, operated, and maintained—even if you’re not an engineer. This course demystifies the technical side of streets, water, sewer, and storm drainage systems so you can make informed decisions and contribute confidently to public works projects.
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RA00356

Leading the Commissioning Process Step-by-Step Strategies for New Construction Projects

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Gain hands-on experience with the full Commissioning Process (CxP) for new construction projects, from pre-design through the first year of operation. This course, developed by the Building Commissioning Association (BCA), equips professionals with the tools and strategies needed to ensure project success while following ASHRAE Guideline 0. Prior understanding of the CxP, as defined by ASHRAE Guideline 0, is highly recommended.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00846

Analysis of Transients in Power Systems

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Master the complexities of electromagnetic transients in power systems through hands-on simulations and real-world case studies. This course equips engineers with the tools and techniques to model, analyze, and mitigate transient events using EMTP®.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA00967

Fundamentals of Power Delivery for the Non-Electrical Professional

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Gain a clear, practical understanding of how electricity is generated, transmitted, and distributed—even if you don’t have an electrical engineering background. This course demystifies utility operations and equips professionals with the knowledge to make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA01590

HVAC Applications

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Explore how HVAC systems are applied across a wide range of specialized facilities—from hospitals and data centers to museums and indoor agriculture. This intermediate course builds on HVAC fundamentals to help engineers design and evaluate systems that meet complex performance, safety, and environmental requirements.
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Discipline: Mechanical
RA01649

QRM for Consultants Driving Client Success through Quick Response Manufacturing

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This course is tailored for consultants. It provides a deep dive into applying QRM principles to deliver measurable results for clients. It equips consultants with the tools to drive QRM transformations in various industries, making them trusted advisors in lead time reduction and operational efficiency. Course duration: Two days (In-person or Virtual).
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RA00059

Laser-Based Manufacturing

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Master the principles and applications of laser-based manufacturing with a focus on metal part fabrication and key uses in polymers and ceramics. This course blends foundational theory with real-world implementation strategies to help engineers optimize laser systems across industries.
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RA00085
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