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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Industrial Data Analytics: Models, Forecasts, and AI Tools

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Unlock the power of data to drive smarter decisions in engineering and industry. This hands-on course introduces engineers and technical professionals to the tools and methods needed to turn raw data into actionable insights. Using Python, participants will master data preparation, visualization, and advanced analytics techniques such as classification, clustering, and pattern mining. Building on this foundation, the course explores predictive modeling, anomaly detection, deep learning, failure event modeling, and time series forecasting. Designed with real-world applications in mind, the course emphasizes solving practical challenges in manufacturing, reliability, and quality control. Through interactive exercises and guided examples, participants will gain not only technical proficiency but also the confidence to apply analytics for improved performance, efficiency, and innovation in their organizations.
RA00118

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Water and Wastewater Sector Comprehensive Training

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This course provides water and wastewater professionals with practical knowledge and skills realted to how AI is currently being used in the Water/Wastewater field be used and how it can drive smarter, more efficient, and more resilient design and operations. The course helps professionals understand current implementation, the opportunities and the real-world requirements for successful adoption. Participants learn how to evaluate AI use cases, assess data and system readiness, and make informed decisions about implementation, governance, legal considerations, and long-term value.
RA00132

Solving Neighborhood Traffic Problems

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Learn how to identify, analyze, and solve traffic issues in residential neighborhoods using proven traffic calming strategies and real-world case studies. This course equips professionals with practical tools to enhance safety, reduce congestion, and improve livability in communities.
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RA00165

Solid Waste Landfill Design

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Designing or expanding a solid waste landfill requires technical precision, regulatory insight, and a deep understanding of evolving environmental challenges. This course equips professionals with the tools to plan, design, and manage landfills that are safe, sustainable, and compliant.
RA00423

Fundamentals of Railway Bridge Engineering and Management

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This course provides a detailed understanding of basic railway bridge engineering and design, emphasizing compliance with FRA 237, bridge management, and safety assurance practices. Attendees will learn modern techniques such as drone inspections, bridge load capacity assessment, and effective repair strategies.
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RA00550

HVAC Applications

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Explore how HVAC systems are applied across a wide range of specialized facilities—from hospitals and data centers to museums and indoor agriculture. This intermediate course builds on HVAC fundamentals to help engineers design and evaluate systems that meet complex performance, safety, and environmental requirements.
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Discipline: Mechanical
RA01649

Soil Engineering for Non-Soils Engineers and Technicians

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This hands-on course demystifies soil behavior for non-specialists, giving engineers and technicians the confidence to select tests, interpret reports, and apply soil principles in real-world projects. Learn how soil strength, settlement, and permeability impact your designs—and how to manage them effectively.
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RA00334
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