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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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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

PE Ethics Workshop

Upcoming Dates
  • Start Anytime
    Online Anytime
    $195
  • Dec. 4, 2026 (E126)
    Live Online
    $195
This interactive ethics workshop explores real-world conflicts of interest that engineers and technical professionals may face in both public and private sectors. Through case studies and open discussion, participants will gain practical tools for navigating ethical gray areas with confidence and integrity.
Customizable
Topic: Leadership, Engineering Ethics
RA01666

Root Cause Analysis Tools for Technical Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 14-15, 2027 (E087)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Master the tools and techniques of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to eliminate recurring problems and drive sustainable improvements in your technical operations. This course equips engineers and technical professionals with practical, proven methods to identify, analyze, and resolve the root causes of complex issues.
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management, Operations and Manufacturing Processes, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA01659

Applied Leadership for Performance Culture

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Transform your leadership approach and drive a high-performance culture with this hands-on, 3-day course. Learn Hoshin Planning and master the people-focused leadership skills needed to implement and sustain continuous improvement across your organization.
Customizable
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01803
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