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 (103)

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Project Management for the Commissioning Process Strategies for Controlling Projects and Avoiding Overruns

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 28-29, 2026 (E207)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • Mar. 1-2, 2027 (E210)
    Live Online
    $1,095
This course teaches engineers and commissioning professionals how to apply structured project management principles to commissioning efforts using a repeatable, five-phase framework. Learn to control scope, manage resources, and deliver successful CxP outcomes without budget overruns or schedule delays.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01570

Fundamentals of HVAC

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 29 - Oct. 1, 2026 (D754)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Mar. 9-11, 2027 (E108)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Sep. 28-30, 2027 (E183)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Build a solid foundation in HVAC and refrigeration systems with a focus on commercial building applications, system components, and energy-efficient design. This course equips non-specialists with the knowledge to understand, evaluate, and manage HVAC systems using ASHRAE standards and real-world examples.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00367

Fundamentals of Railway Train Control and Signaling

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 29-30, 2026 (E200)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,395
Learn the foundational principles behind modern railway train control and signaling systems, including block signal design, interlockings, and Positive Train Control (PTC). This course equips engineers and rail professionals with the knowledge to understand, evaluate, and contribute to safe and efficient rail operations.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00549

Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 30 - Oct. 2, 2026 (D300)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Mar. 3-5, 2027 (E030)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Oct. 6-8, 2027 (E035)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Mar. 1-3, 2028 (E038)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Oct. 4-6, 2028 (E071)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Explore the fundamentals of ammonia refrigeration systems and discover why this natural refrigerant is a top choice for sustainable, high-performance cooling. This course provides a practical foundation in system components, thermodynamics, safety, and best practices for immediate on-the-job application.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00369

Managing Snow and Ice Control Operations

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 1 - Nov. 5, 2026 (E362)
    Live Online
    $1,195
  • Oct. 13-14, 2026 (E363)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
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

Underground Electrical Distribution Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 5-7, 2026 (E152)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
We'll introduce you to underground components and walk you through the principles of planning, policy, design, construction, cost, and cable testing. You'll work through class exercises in policy, design, system layout, and fuse/protective device coordination. We'll also review operations considerations and NESC safety requirements.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00010

Supervision and the Art of Supervising

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 6-8, 2026 (D905)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
  • Sep. 28-30, 2027 (E085)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Maintenance supervisors occupy one of the most influential roles in any organization. They don't simply supervise work—they transform organizational intent into operational results by leading people, developing capability, and driving execution. The Supervising Maintenance course equips maintenance supervisors and frontline leaders with the leadership knowledge, practical tools, and supervisory practices needed to transform organizational goals into daily execution. Participants learn how to lead people, improve team performance, communicate effectively, and develop practical action plans that strengthen both their leadership capability and the performance of their maintenance organization.
Customizable
RA01840

Nutrient Removal Engineering Phosphorus and Nitrogen in Wastewater Treatment

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 13 - Nov. 12, 2026 (E273)
    Live Online
    $1,695
Explore the principles and emerging practices of phosphorus and nitrogen removal in wastewater treatment, from nutrient removal fundamentals to advanced biological nutrient removal (BNR), anammox, biofilm systems, membranes, greenhouse gas considerations, and digital twins.
Customizable
RA01245
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