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 (113)

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Introduction to Electromagnetic Interference and Compatibility (EMI/EMC) and Best Practices

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 13-16, 2026 (E075)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
EMI/EMC is a critical requirement for developing competitive products and systems. Gain essential knowledge on Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) to develop competitive products and systems. Understand coupling mechanisms, circuit board layout, emissions, susceptibility, bonding, grounding, and lightning with practical examples.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA01371

Designing Electrical Overhead Distribution Lines

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 14-16, 2026 (D875)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
Master the design of electrical overhead distribution lines with hands-on exercises grounded in real-world scenarios and the latest National Electrical Safety Code® (NESC) updates. This course equips engineers with the technical, legal, and safety knowledge needed to design reliable and compliant overhead systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00002

Repair of Concrete

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 14-16, 2026 (D724)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
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

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

Electrical Systems Design for the Non-Electrical Engineer

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 20-24, 2026 (D637)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Sep. 14-18, 2026 (D638)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
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

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

Supply Chain Analytics

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 21-22, 2026 (E119)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Hands-on supply chain analytics course focused on applying advanced data methods to real operations challenges, improving forecasting, planning, and decision-making.
Customizable
RA00109
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