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College of Engineering

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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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    Fundamentals of Substation Equipment and Control Systems

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 10-12, 2026 (D770)
      Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
      $1,895
    • May 12-14, 2026 (D896)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,895
    • Oct. 6-8, 2026 (D740)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,895
    Explore the essential components of an electric substation and master the control and wiring diagrams that govern their operation. Guided by professional engineers with decades of experience, you'll learn start-up and troubleshooting procedures for substation equipment.
    Discipline: Electrical
    Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage, Transmission
    RA00509

    Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 11-12, 2026 (E118)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,095
    Sharpen your construction inspection skills with practical techniques, engineering fundamentals, and real-world insights tailored for public works projects. This course builds confidence and competence for inspectors, technicians, and engineers working with contractors and the public.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Public Works and Municipal
    RA00383

    Wisconsin Commercial Building Code Refresher

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 16-18, 2026 (D956)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $825/$595/$345
    Get current, hands-on information to understand and use the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code (WCBC). Presented by UW–Madison and the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), this annual event is a valuable opportunity to learn the latest updates. Discover best practices to make your plan submittal process a success.
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Codes and Standards
    RA00303

    Using HEC-RAS to Model Bridges, Culverts, and Floodplains

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 20 - Mar. 27, 2026 (D999)
      Live Online
      $1,495
    • Sep. 18 - Oct. 23, 2026 (E001)
      Live Online
      $1,495
    • Feb. 19 - Mar. 26, 2027 (E002)
      Live Online
      $1,495
    • Sep. 17 - Oct. 22, 2027 (E003)
      Live Online
      $1,495
    HEC-RAS training for basic river modeling, bridge modeling, and culvert modeling, as well as for mixed flow, multiple culverts, and bridge openings.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Water and Environmental, Stormwater, Rivers, and Groundwater
    RA00353

    Essentials of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 23 - Mar. 30, 2026 (D821)
      Live Online
      $1,795
    Learn how to apply Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to evaluate environmental impacts, support sustainability goals, and meet regulatory requirements. This course provides practical, industry-relevant training in LCA methods, tools, and applications—designed by professionals, for professionals.
    Topic: Water and Environmental
    RA00076

    Intermediate Power Electronics Power Converter Topologies, Modeling & Control

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 23-26, 2026 (E025)
      Live Online
      $1,995
    Advance your understanding of power electronics by mastering converter topologies, modeling techniques, and control strategies critical for high-performance systems. This expert-led course combines theory, practical application, and hands-on learning to equip professionals with the skills to optimize modern power systems.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Electrical
    Topic: Electrification , Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives
    RA00072

    The Commissioning Process for Delivering Quality Constructed Projects

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 23-27, 2026 (D978)
      Live Online
      $1,595
    • Apr. 20-22, 2026 (D981)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,595
    Learn why the Commissioning Process (CxP) provides consistent, cost-effective, and successful delivery of new buildings and constructed projects, and enhances the performance of existing buildings. Gain tools and techniques to incorporate this quality process from pre-design through the life of the facility. Highly valuable for all project team members, this course covers CxP goals, process steps, cost and benefits, case studies, and more.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Mechanical
    Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Commissioning
    RA00257

    Computerized Transmission Line Design PLS-CADD Hands-On Training

    Upcoming Dates
    • 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 Systems, Transmission
    RA00069
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