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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Courses (204)

Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 26-27, 2026 (D907)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Oct. 25-26, 2027 (E086)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Master the critical processes and strategies for effective maintenance planning and scheduling to reduce downtime, control costs, and achieve operational excellence. This course provides practical tools to develop robust workflows, optimize schedules, and track KPIs and metrics for continuous improvement.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01259

Permanent Magnet Machines and Drives Principles, Design and Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 26-29, 2026 (E139)
    Live Online
    $1,875
Explore the principles, design, and applications of permanent magnet (PM) AC machines and drives to optimize performance across various industries. Gain essential skills in PM machine control, self-sensing methods, and fault mitigation techniques to enhance reliability and efficiency.
Discipline: Electrical
RA01084

Laser-Based Manufacturing III Synthesis & Projects

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 27 - Dec. 8, 2026 (E378)
    Live Online
    $500
This course serves as Module III of the Laser-Based Manufacturing Series, focusing on the practical application of laser technologies in manufacturing environments. Participants apply the foundational concepts developed in Module I: Fundamentals of Laser-Based Manufacturing to evaluate manufacturing processes, troubleshoot performance issues, and explore emerging laser technologies and successful completion of Module I is required.
RA00151

National Electrical Safety Code

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 27-29, 2026 (E095)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
  • Oct. 26-28, 2027 (E433)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
Gain an essential and comprehensive understanding of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC®) and the expertise to apply its rules confidently in real-world scenarios. This course equips engineers and utility professionals with the knowledge to design, operate, and maintain electrical systems that meet the latest safety and compliance standards.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00008

Water Entry Prevention and Moisture Control in Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 27-29, 2026 (E091)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Master the science of moisture control in buildings to prevent costly failures and ensure long-term performance. This course equips engineers and construction professionals with actionable strategies for managing water and vapor across all building systems.
RA00291

CMMS Setup and Utilization

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 28-29, 2026 (D903)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Oct. 27-28, 2027 (E078)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Unlock the full potential of your Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) by learning how to configure, implement, and sustain it for long-term success. This course provides practical strategies to improve asset performance, streamline maintenance operations, and make data-driven decisions.
Discipline: Industrial
RA01639

New Advanced 2D Modeling with HEC-RAS and RAS Mapper

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 30 - Dec. 11, 2026 (E429)
    Live Online
    $1,795
  • Apr. 2 - May 7, 2027 (E434)
    Live Online
    $1,795
This advanced HEC-RAS training provides hands-on experience developing practical two-dimensional flood models using HEC-RAS and RAS Mapper. Gain proficiency in 2D model setup, terrain and spatial data management, mesh development, spatially varying roughness and infiltration, unsteady boundary conditions, sensitivity analysis, troubleshooting, and inundation mapping. Prior HEC-RAS experience is recommended.
RA00156

Batteries for Electrification Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 2-4, 2026 (E277)
    Live Online
    $1,695
As electric vehicles reshape the future of mobility, understanding rapidly evolving battery technology, a critical component of EV systems, is essential for engineers driving innovation. This course delivers a comprehensive, hands-on exploration of battery systems—from chemistry and safety to modeling, management, and second-life applications.
Customizable
RA01816
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