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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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Courses (185)

    Interconnection of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) to Utility Systems

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 30 - May 2, 2024 (C997)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,895
    • Sep. 24-26, 2024 (D230)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,895
    The past few years have seen an exponential growth in distributed energy resources. This has created new challenges due to Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) being connected to a grid that was not designed for this purpose. This course addresses these challenges and give you the tools that will help in planning and interconnecting DERs to the grid.
    Discipline: Electrical
    RA01586

    Root Cause Analysis Tools for Technical Applications

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 1-2, 2024 (D076)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,295
    This course will provide you with the skills to dig deep into a particular situation and to develop strong countermeasures and resolution plans to improve your operation, product, or system. Root cause analysis leads to elimination of repeat errors, improved efficiencies, enhanced quality products and services, and improved morale.
    RA01659

    The Commissioning Process for Existing Buildings

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 2-3, 2024 (D059)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $995
    • Mar. 17-18, 2025 (D391)
      Live Online
      $1,095
    You will learn an effective approach to access the potential benefits of commissioning existing buildings, and develop a plan to identify opportunities and execute activities in all phases for existing buildings and retro-commissioning programs. Also, you will learn how to implement a campus-, city-, or corporate-wide commissioning process program. The cost and benefits of the process and the role in performance contracts—for energy and retro-commissioning programs—will be discussed.
    Discipline: Mechanical
    RA00752

    Certification Orientation/Review and Examination For Accredited Commissioning Process Provider

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 4-15, 2024 (D060)
      Online
      $775
    • Jul. 20-31, 2024 (D313)
      Online
      $775
    • Oct. 2-13, 2024 (D325)
      Live Online
      $775
    Earn a Commissioning Process Provider certification from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The QCxP certification provides recognition for individuals with knowledge of the ASHRAE Guideline 0 Commissioning Process. To qualify, complete the required courses and pass an examination.
    Discipline: Mechanical
    RA00508

    Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Safety

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 6-7, 2024 (D242)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,195
    Reducing train-vehicle collisions and pedestrian deaths from train accidents is a goal every railroad and road authority should try to reach. In this course, you will learn the basic principles of highway-rail crossing safety and how to apply them to new and existing projects to avoid accidents.
    Customizable
    RA00344

    Introduction to the International Building Code (IBC) - Fire and Life Safety

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 6-7, 2024 (D038)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,195
    • Nov. 12-13, 2024 (D222)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,195
    Code compliance is one of the more challenging aspects of the design, construction, and operation of a building. Attend this practical, two-day course, to jump start your understanding of the International Building Code by learning the major changes in the 2021 edition, and how to effectively apply the fire and life safety requirements on your projects.
    Customizable
    RA00672

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

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 6-10, 2024 (D068)
      Live Online
      $1,695
    After completing this course, you will better understand the components that make up medium voltage systems used in non-utility applications. You will learn how systems are laid out and how components are designed and selected. You will also better understand reliability and cost trade-offs in design as well as installation requirements in the National Electrical Code and other applicable codes.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Electrical
    RA01619

    Leading for Sustainability and Profitability New

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 7-9, 2024 (D077)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,695
    This course is a 3-day, highly interactive program that highlights the route to achieve the two biggest organization’s objectives - to be profitable and sustainable.   Profitability stems from the fiscally responsible utilization of assets and sustainability is predicated on the ability to guarantee the performance of those assets well into the future.  
    Customizable
    RA01838
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