Professional Development Courses

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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Courses (52)

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Wastewater Treatment Processes and Technologies

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 23-25, 2025 (D640)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Sep. 15-17, 2026 (D646)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
Learn the key processes, latest technologies, and current regulations driving effective wastewater treatment facilities to protect public health and the environment. This comprehensive course empowers engineers to design, manage, and improve wastewater facilities and operations for current and future projects.
Customizable
RA01043

Leadership Beyond Your Team Managing Up and Across

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 29-30, 2025 (D359)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
  • Jan. 26-29, 2026 (D772)
    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
RA01406

Critical Conversations Results-based Communication

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 1-2, 2025 (D360)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
  • Feb. 2-5, 2026 (D773)
    Live Online
    $1,695
  • Sep. 16-17, 2026 (D776)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
To achieve good outcomes in the workplace, we need all stakeholders to have open, clear and honest conversations with their team, bosses, peers and customers. Often conversations go wrong through misunderstandings and perceptions of ulterior motives. People are often aware that their conversations are not achieving the results they want but do not have any specific tools to improve them.
RA01567

Effectively Managing Technical Teams

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 6-8, 2025 (D361)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Jan. 19-23, 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
RA01092

Water Entry Prevention and Moisture Control in Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 6-8, 2025 (D566)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Learn about the fundamentals of moisture and moisture control in buildings and the basics of water and water-vapor behavior. You'll also receive moisture-control guidance for building design, construction, and maintenance and understand how to prevent and solve moisture problems in walls, foundations, and roofs.
RA00291

Essentials of Hydraulics for Civil and Environmental Professionals

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 21-23, 2025 (D690)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
Build a solid foundation in applied hydraulics to address real-world challenges faced by civil and environmental professionals. This course covers essential principles and techniques for solving hydraulic problems across water supply systems, wastewater facilities, groundwater wells, stormwater management, and more.
Customizable
RA01106

Coaching and Mentoring for Technical Leaders

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 4-5, 2025 (D699)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
Learn to effectively coach, mentor, and develop the next generation of technical leaders in your organization using the proven Situational Leadership II® (SLII®) system. This course equips technical leaders with tools to foster employee growth, enhance communication, and build leadership capabilities that drive organizational success.
Customizable
RA01299
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