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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HVAC Design and Analysis

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Advance your HVAC expertise with hands-on design, analysis, and system layout skills essential for modern building systems. This course bridges theory and application, equipping engineers with the tools to size, select, and specify HVAC components using real-world standards and software..
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01589

Industrial Data Analytics: Models, Forecasts, and AI Tools

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Unlock the power of data to drive smarter decisions in engineering and industry. This hands-on course introduces engineers and technical professionals to the tools and methods needed to turn raw data into actionable insights. Using Python, participants will master data preparation, visualization, and advanced analytics techniques such as classification, clustering, and pattern mining. Building on this foundation, the course explores predictive modeling, anomaly detection, deep learning, failure event modeling, and time series forecasting. Designed with real-world applications in mind, the course emphasizes solving practical challenges in manufacturing, reliability, and quality control. Through interactive exercises and guided examples, participants will gain not only technical proficiency but also the confidence to apply analytics for improved performance, efficiency, and innovation in their organizations.
RA00118

Interconnection of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and Grid Modernization

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Learn how to safely and effectively interconnect Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) to the electric grid while navigating the complexities of grid modernization. This course equips engineers with the technical knowledge and strategic insight needed to support a resilient, efficient, and future-ready power system.
Discipline: Electrical
RA01586

Laser-Based Manufacturing I Fundamentals

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This course is the first in the Laser-Based Manufacturing Series and provides the foundational knowledge required for advanced study of laser processing technologies. Participants develop an understanding of laser operation, optics, beam behavior, safety, and the fundamental principles that govern laser-material interactions. Successful completion of this course is required before enrollment in Laser-Based Manufacturing II: Laser-Material Interactions or Laser-Based Manufacturing III: Synthesis & Projects.
RA00145

Laser-Based Manufacturing II Laser-Material Interactions

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This course serves as Module II of the Laser-Based Manufacturing Series, building upon the foundational concepts introduced in Module A: Fundamentals of Laser-Based Manufacturing. Participants explore the physical principles governing how laser energy interacts with materials and how these interactions influence process performance, product quality, and manufacturing outcomes. Successful completion of Module I is required.
RA00148

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.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01267

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

Property Maintenance Code Compliance and Enforcement

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Strengthen your community’s housing safety and livability by mastering property maintenance code compliance and enforcement. This course equips professionals with the tools to identify violations, manage inspection programs, and enforce health and safety standards effectively.
RA01552
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