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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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    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

    Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

    Upcoming Dates
    • Sep. 8-12, 2025 (D618)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,695
    • Apr. 13-17, 2026 (D810)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,695
    Proper balancing procedures can prevent or eliminate many common problems in HVAC systems. Learn how to balance air and water systems, adjust new and existing systems to provide design quantities, and verify equipment and automatic controls performance.  Working in small groups, you will apply classroom learning during hands-on labs and workshops using actual TAB test equipment.
    Discipline: Mechanical
    RA00263

    Coordinated Fire Protection Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Systems

    Upcoming Dates
    • Sep. 9-11, 2025 (D574)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,395
    • Sep. 15-17, 2026 (D758)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,395
    This course equips engineers and project teams with the knowledge to design and coordinate sprinkler and fire alarm systems in compliance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 72. Learn how to integrate detection and suppression systems effectively while navigating code requirements, system tradeoffs, and emerging technologies.
    Discipline: Mechanical
    RA01547

    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
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