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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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Global Leadership for Technical Teams New

Upcoming Dates
  • Aug. 19-20, 2025 (D653)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
A large and growing proportion of technology projects are global, with teams spread across many locations, time zones and cultures. This course will show the participant how to manage these organizations more effectively and efficiently.
Customizable
RA00042

Managing Snow and Ice Control Operations

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 5 - Oct. 10, 2025 (D829)
    Live Online
    $1,195
  • Oct. 7-8, 2025 (D830)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
In this course, you will learn practical management approaches to help you respond to storm situations affecting urban and rural roadways, parking lots, sidewalks, and other facilities. You will learn how to establish plans and policies, select equipment, and properly time the use of plowing, chemical deicers and abrasives. 
Customizable
RA00322

Performance Testing of Blowers for Wastewater and Industrial Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 5-22, 2025 (D675)
    Live Online
    $795
Blowers are critical to meeting process and energy objectives for water resource recovery facilities and for many industrial processes. This course will provide design engineers, manufacturers, and owners with detailed understanding of the theory and practice of performance verification testing of blowers. This course will provide valuable expertise on blower essentials, with topics ranging from the fundamentals of thermodynamics to routine blower maintenance. Operators and designers will benefit from the instructor’s 40+ years of experience in blower applications. The content includes selection, specification, control, and optimization of blower systems.  The discussions will explain characteristics of new and established blower technologies.
Customizable
RA00067

Total Productive Maintenance and Operator Driven Reliability

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 10-11, 2025 (D557)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Unlock the full potential of your equipment and workforce with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Operator Driven Reliability (ODR). This course equips teams with the tools to drive sustainable performance improvements through planned and autonomous maintenance strategies.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01638

Underground Electrical Distribution Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 10-12, 2025 (D632)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
We'll introduce you to underground components and walk you through the principles of planning, policy, design, construction, cost, and cable testing. You'll work through class exercises in policy, design, system layout, and fuse/protective device coordination. We'll also review operations considerations and NESC safety requirements.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00010

Electrical Systems Design for the Non-Electrical Engineer

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 15-19, 2025 (D631)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Apr. 20-24, 2026 (D637)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
Take this course to learn fundamental electrical concepts and electrical power distribution design for industrial and commercial systems—1,000 volts and below. This course is intended for those with no formal training in electrical engineering.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00066

Fundamentals of Power Electronics

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 15-18, 2025 (D800)
    Live Online
    $1,875
Power electronics plays a crucial role in modern technologies by enabling efficient control and conversion of electric power in devices and systems. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, connecting concepts from electronics, magnetics, energy conversion, and control systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA01185
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