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Join us today and unlock your full potential for success in the rapidly changing world of engineering and technology. UW-Madison’s College of Engineering (COE) is a leading professional development organization dedicated to empowering engineers and technical professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their fields. We offer a wide range of cutting-edge courses designed to enhance professional growth and provide opportunities for career advancement. Our expert instructors, both faculty and industry veterans, deliver engaging and practical training sessions that bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise in a specific technical area, stay abreast of the latest industry trends, or broaden your skill set to adapt to evolving challenges, UW-Madison’s College of Engineering is your trusted partner in engineering professional development.

 

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    Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader

    Upcoming Dates
    • Nov. 17-20, 2025 (D650)
      Live Online
      $1,495
    • Apr. 14-15, 2026 (D813)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,495
    Make the leap from technical expert to confident leader by mastering the skills of communication, delegation, and team motivation. This course equips engineers and technical professionals with the tools to lead effectively, manage meetings, and inspire performance.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA00014

    National Electrical Code

    Upcoming Dates
    • Nov. 17-21, 2025 (D634)
      Live Online
      $1,495
    • Apr. 8-10, 2026 (D636)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,595
    The National Electrical Code® is the "benchmark for safe electrical design, installation, and inspection to protect consumers and property from electrical hazards," according to the National Fire Protection Association. Stay current with the National Electrical Code® (NEC®) and learn how to apply its standards to ensure safe, compliant electrical system design and installation. This course provides practical guidance for interpreting and implementing NEC® requirements in real-world projects.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Electrical
    Topic: Electric Power, Distribution and Low Voltage
    RA00001

    Computerized Transmission Line Design PLS-CADD Hands-On Training

    Upcoming Dates
    • Dec. 8-12, 2025 (D749)
      Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
      $2,395
    • Mar. 2-6, 2026 (D769)
      Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
      $2,395
    Master the use of PLS-CADD software to design, model, and optimize transmission lines with real-world accuracy and efficiency. This hands-on course equips engineers and technicians with the skills to streamline line design, assess existing infrastructure, and generate construction-ready documentation.
    Discipline: Electrical
    Topic: Electric Power, Transmission
    RA00069

    Medium-Voltage Electrical Distribution for Mission Critical, Industrial, and Campus Facilities

    Upcoming Dates
    • Jan. 12-16, 2026 (D862)
      Live Online
      $1,695
    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.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Electrical
    Topic: Electric Power, Distribution and Low Voltage
    RA01619

    Critical Conversations Results-based Communication

    Upcoming Dates
    • Jan. 20-23, 2026 (D773)
      Live Online
      $1,695
    • Sep. 16-17, 2026 (D776)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,695
    This course gives engineers and technical professionals a practical framework for having clear, honest, and productive conversations—especially when stakes are high or conflict is likely. Learn how to plan, deliver, and recover conversations using a proven model that supports better outcomes without damaging relationships.
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA01567

    Leadership Beyond Your Team Managing Up and Across

    Upcoming Dates
    • Jan. 26-29, 2026 (D772)
      Live Online
      $1,695
    • Sep. 14-15, 2026 (D775)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,695
    Master the art of influencing those at your level or higher to become a more effective leader. Learn how to make yourself heard and change others' behavior to ensure reliable partnerships in your programs and projects.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA01406

    Effectively Managing Technical Teams

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 2-6, 2026 (D771)
      Live Online
      $1,995
    • Sep. 9-11, 2026 (D774)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,995
    Technical teams present many challenges for engineering managers. Team leaders must often give up some of their technical authority to focus on strategic management, operational planning and human resource management. They also need solid communications skills and know how to represent the team across the organization and at a high level. In this hands-on course, you will learn strategic and operational planning tools to set goals, establish objectives and build defensible budgets from an instructor who has actually “walked the talk” of this course with his own experiences.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA01092
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