Interdisciplinary Professional Programs
College of Engineering

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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Highway Bridge System Design

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Gain hands-on expertise in highway bridge system design using AASHTO LRFD procedures, with real-world examples in steel, concrete, and prestressed structures. This course bridges theory and practice, equipping structural engineers with the tools to tackle modern bridge design challenges confidently.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00326

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.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01649

Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills

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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.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Public Works and Municipal
RA00383

Intermediate Power Electronics Power Converter Topologies, Modeling & Control

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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.
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Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electrification , Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives
RA00072

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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Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
RA00085

Lean, Six Sigma, and Maintenance Best Practices

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Discover the latest maintenance best practices, combining Lean, Six Sigma, and reliability strategies to enhance asset management and operational efficiency. This course equips engineers with the tools and methods to drive continuous improvement using modern maintenance processes and metrics.
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Discipline: Industrial
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
RA01267

Maintaining Asphalt Pavements

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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.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00315

Managing Snow and Ice Control Operations

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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.
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Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00322

Medium-Voltage Electrical Distribution for Mission Critical, Industrial, and Campus Facilities

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Master the design, layout, and code requirements of medium voltage (1kV–38kV) electrical systems in mission-critical, industrial, and campus environments. This course provides practical insights into system components, reliability trade-offs, and NEC compliance for non-utility applications.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage
RA01619
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