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
    RA00326

    Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Safety

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    Learn how to prevent train-vehicle collisions and pedestrian fatalities by applying proven highway-rail grade crossing safety principles. This course equips transportation professionals with the tools to design, evaluate, and improve crossings using current regulations, technologies, and best practices.
    Customizable
    RA00344

    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
    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.
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    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.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Electrical
    RA00072

    Landfill Gas Design and Management

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    Unlock the full potential of landfill gas systems by mastering the design, management, and recovery techniques that turn waste into a revenue-generating resource. This course equips engineers with the tools to optimize emissions control, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive sustainable innovation.
    RA01833

    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.
    Customizable
    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.
    Customizable
    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.
    Customizable
    RA00315
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