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Join us today and unlock your full potential for success in the rapidly changing world of engineering and technology. UW-Madison’s College of Engineering (COE) is a leading professional development organization dedicated to empowering engineers and technical professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their fields. We offer a wide range of cutting-edge courses designed to enhance professional growth and provide opportunities for career advancement. Our expert instructors, both faculty and industry veterans, deliver engaging and practical training sessions that bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise in a specific technical area, stay abreast of the latest industry trends, or broaden your skill set to adapt to evolving challenges, UW-Madison’s College of Engineering is your trusted partner in engineering professional development.

 

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Introduction to Railroad Engineering and Operations

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If you are new to the rail industry and/or want to expand your knowledge this is a good overview course.  We cover infrastructure and operating fundamentals applicable to transit, commuter, passenger, and freight rail. This course has been taught for over 20 years and has been attended by managers, technicians, engineers, administrative staff, supervisors, and others interested in learning technical aspects of rail.
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RA00336

Laser-Based Manufacturing

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Explore the fundamentals of laser-based manufacturing with a focus on metal part fabrication, plus key applications in polymers and ceramics. This course blends theory with real-world examples to build a strong foundation in laser processes, system implementation, and troubleshooting across industries including aerospace, automotive, and medical devices.
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RA00085

Leading for Sustainability and Profitability

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This course is a 3-day, highly interactive program that highlights the route to achieve the two biggest organization’s objectives - to be profitable and sustainable.   Profitability stems from the fiscally responsible utilization of assets and sustainability is predicated on the ability to guarantee the performance of those assets well into the future.  
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RA01838

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
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.
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RA00315

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.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA01619

Municipal Engineering Fundamentals for Non-Engineers

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In this course, you will learn about key municipal engineering systems and about the concepts and methods used to design, operate, and maintain the following systems, specifically related to streets, water supply, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems. You will also get the answers to some essential questions you must ask yourself and your team prior to designing any municipal system.
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RA00356

Pavement System Design

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Improve the design and performance of your pavement systems and learn how to predict their performance by starting with the fundamentals. You will learn the principles of stress and strain analyses in typical highway pavement structures, how to design new and rehabilitated flexible and rigid pavement structures, and how to use various mechanistic-empirical methods to conduct pavement analysis.  
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RA00392
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