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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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

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

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

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.
Customizable
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.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA01619

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

Pavement System Design

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Master the science and strategy behind pavement system design—from soil testing and material selection to mechanistic-empirical modeling and performance prediction. This course equips professionals with the tools to design, evaluate, and improve both flexible and rigid pavement systems for long-term durability and cost-efficiency.
Customizable
RA00392

Power Electronics Design Boot Camp Electrical, Thermal, EMI, Reliability, and New Devices

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Power electronics is a critical technology that requires multi-disciplinary design knowledge. This course will teach you how to develop competitive products utilizing many core disciplines needed for power electronic design.
Discipline: Electrical
RA01448

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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