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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Courses (46)

    Repair of Concrete

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 24-26, 2027 (E430)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,595
    Learn how to assess, repair, and protect concrete structures using proven techniques and materials that ensure long-term durability and performance. This course equips you with practical strategies for structural repairs, slab restoration, and corrosion prevention based on real-world applications.
    Customizable
    RA00280

    Emergency Railroad Bridge Inspections

    Upcoming Dates
    • Start Anytime
      Online Anytime
      $395
    When emergency railroad bridge incidents strike without warning, time is critical—this course trains frontline personnel to act as competent observers, enabling fast, informed decisions by remote bridge experts. Learn how to identify key components, assess damage, and communicate effectively during emergencies like floods, fires, collisions, and earthquakes.
    RA01658

    Asset Management Practices A Practical Approach for Both Basic and Advanced Practitioners

    Upcoming Dates
    • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

    Address the pressing challenges of aging infrastructure by mastering the principles and practices of effective asset management. This course equips participants with tools and strategies to extend asset lifespans, optimize resource allocation, and ensure long-term sustainability in diverse industries.
    Customizable
    RA01294

    Complying with the International Existing Building Code (IEBC)

    Upcoming Dates
    • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

    Learn how to confidently apply the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) to renovation and retrofit projects using one of three compliance paths. This course equips professionals with the tools to evaluate code requirements for safety, accessibility, and structural upgrades in existing buildings.
    RA01613

    Effective Roadway Lighting

    Upcoming Dates
    • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

    This course provides hands-on experience in modern roadway lighting design, incorporating the latest technologies and updated best practices from the 2025 IES RP-8 Recommended Practice for Roadway Lighting. Participants will explore sustainable, energy-efficient lighting solutions that enhance visibility, safety, and efficiency for all road users.
    Customizable
    RA00194
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