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College of Engineering

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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    Effectively Managing Technical Teams

    Upcoming Dates
    • Sep. 9-11, 2026 (D774)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,995
    • May 12-14, 2027 (E185)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $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

    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.
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
    RA00291

    Coaching Skills for Technical Leaders

    Upcoming Dates
    • Nov. 3-4, 2026 (E169)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,695
    Learn to effectively coach and develop the next generation of technical leaders in your organization using the proven Situational Leadership model. This course equips technical leaders with tools to foster employee growth, enhance communication, and build leadership capabilities that drive organizational success.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA01299

    Introduction to Railroad Engineering and Operations

    Upcoming Dates
    • Nov. 10-11, 2026 (E124)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,295
    Build a strong foundation in railroad engineering and operations with this comprehensive introduction to freight, passenger, commuter, and transit rail systems. This course demystifies the technical aspects of rail infrastructure, signaling, and operations planning for professionals entering or expanding their role in the rail industry.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering
    RA00336

    Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader

    Upcoming Dates
    • Nov. 17-18, 2026 (E125)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,595
    • Apr. 19-22, 2027 (E199)
      Live Online
      $1,595
    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
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