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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Foundations of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML)

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 15-18, 2026 (E024)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,195
Gain a practical understanding of how AI and machine learning work—and how to apply them effectively in real-world business and engineering contexts. This course demystifies core concepts like supervised learning, model training, and data preparation so you can make informed decisions and lead AI-driven initiatives.
RA01851

Hybrid Vehicle Powertrain and Systems Controls

Upcoming Dates
  • May 19-21, 2026 (E004)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Oct. 13-15, 2026 (E008)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • May 18-20, 2027 (E009)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Oct. 12-14, 2027 (E010)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
Master the architecture and control strategies behind today’s advanced powertrain systems—from system-level design to component-level implementation. This course equips engineers and managers with the tools to understand, design, and develop modern control systems for electrified and conventional powertrains.
Customizable
RA01854

Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 26-27, 2026 (D907)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Oct. 25-26, 2027 (E086)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Master the critical processes and strategies for effective maintenance planning and scheduling to reduce downtime, control costs, and achieve operational excellence. This course provides practical tools to develop robust workflows, optimize schedules, and track KPIs and metrics for continuous improvement.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01259

Manufacturing Systems and Design

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  • Start Anytime
    Online Anytime
    $295
Explore the core manufacturing systems that drive modern production, from traditional models to agile, customer-focused methodologies. This course equips engineers with the tools to evaluate system performance, optimize processes, and align operations with strategic goals.
Customizable
RA01823

Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 21-23, 2026 (D945)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
  • May 11-13, 2027 (E079)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Prepare your maintenance team for CMRT certification with a hands-on course built around the SMRP Body of Knowledge. This program equips technicians and leaders with the practical skills, strategic alignment, and confidence needed to pass the exam and drive reliability excellence.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA00022

QRM Shop Floor Mastery Cell Design and Scheduling for High-Mix, Low-Volume, and Custom Production

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 15-16, 2026 (E062)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Oct. 20-21, 2026 (E063)
    Live Online
    $1,495
Elevate your shop floor operations with advanced strategies in cell design and scheduling tailored for high-mix, low-volume, and custom manufacturing environments. This course combines Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles with the innovative POLCA system to optimize production flow and reduce lead times.
Customizable
RA00057

Intermediate Power Electronics Power Converter Topologies, Modeling & Control

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 23-26, 2026 (E025)
    Live Online
    $1,995
Advance your understanding of power electronics by mastering converter topologies, modeling techniques, and control strategies critical for high-performance systems. This expert-led course combines theory, practical application, and hands-on learning to equip professionals with the skills to optimize modern power systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00072

New Industrial Data Analytics: Models, Forecasts, and AI Tools

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 16-19, 2026 (E107)
    Live Online
    $1,695
This advanced data analytics course empowers engineers and technical professionals to transform complex data into actionable insights. Participants will gain hands-on experience with R and Python, applying techniques such as classification, clustering, frequent pattern mining, anomaly detection, failure event modeling, deep learning and forecasting to predict system performance and optimize processes. Emphasizing real-world industrial applications, the course bridges analytics with practical outcomes in reliability, quality, and data-driven decision-making, enabling participants to deliver measurable impact in their organizations.
RA00118
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