Professional Development Courses

Master the art of influencing those at your level or higher to become a more effective leader. Learn how to make yourself heard and change others' behavior to ensure reliable partnerships in your programs and projects.

Break the response time spiral with MCT mapping, QRM cell design, and POLCA in this 3-day workshop led by the Center for QRM.

This is a 10-week online course that covers the essentials of modeling wastewater treatment systems. Many in the wastewater field are familiar with various wastewater modeling softwares; however, these softwares cannot provide accurate and reliable results without a solid understanding of the modeling process. This course therefore provides a foundational understanding of the modeling process to ensure your modeling is performed correctly and that the modeling results and accurate, meaningful, and truly useful to you. This course is applicable to wastewater professionals, regardless of what wastewater modeling software they may choose to use. While the course is intended for those who will be performing the modeling work, it is also recommended for professionals who may be overseeing, reviewing, and wanting to understand modeling results. No prior modeling experience is required.

Bridge the gap between mechanical and electrical engineering with this foundational course in circuits, embedded systems, and power electronics. Designed for non-electrical engineers, it equips you with the essential knowledge to contribute confidently to multidisciplinary projects and modern electrification efforts.

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.

Work more efficiently and stay on top of the latest innovations by learning about the expanding industry of power electric drives. You'll learn the latest technologies through hands-on examples you can apply immediately on the job.

Explore the essential components of an electric substation and master the control and wiring diagrams that govern their operation. Guided by professional engineers with decades of experience, you'll learn start-up and troubleshooting procedures for substation equipment.

HEC-RAS training for basic river modeling, bridge modeling, and culvert modeling, as well as for mixed flow, multiple culverts, and bridge openings.

An updated analytics course for technical leaders, focused on practical tools, Excel-based analysis, and data-driven decision-making.

Build a solid foundation in substation design and construction by learning the full project phases, from site selection to commissioning. This course equips engineers with practical tools to design reliable substations, manage costs, and stay on schedule.