Professional Development Courses

This course, and related cross-connection control and backflow prevention courses, are being offered by our partner, Madison College. These courses will provide the same high-quality cross-connection control and backflow prevention training you have come to expect from UW–Madison InterPro. Sharpen your skills in backflow preventer repair with expert-led instruction and hands-on practice using real-world assemblies. This course empowers certified testers and plumbers to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a wide range of devices with confidence and precision.

This course, and related cross-connection control and backflow prevention courses, are being offered by our partner, Madison College. These courses will provide the same high-quality cross-connection and backflow prevention training you have come to expect from UW–Madison InterPro. This course provides practical training through hands-on sessions that will teach you how to test backflow prevention assemblies and identify and resolve problems with backflow prevention assemblies. Backflow theory; selection of backflow prevention methods, devices and assemblies for specific applications; and state and local agency rules and regulations will also be discussed. Participation in this course and successful completion of the hands-on and written examinations fulfill the training requirements for registration as a Cross-Connection Control Tester in Wisconsin and for certification in several other states.

Preserve cultural heritage with precision and efficiency in diverse environments. Master the art of creating optimal conditions for material conservation in museums, libraries, and archives.

Proper acoustics are critically important in recording studios and music and performing arts centers, as well as office environments, hospitality spaces, and even experimental research laboratories. Learn acoustical and vibration criteria, understand material and equipment isolation, and discover ways to mitigate potential issues.

This course gives engineers and project managers the tools to confidently develop, evaluate, and defend construction budgets and cost estimates. Learn how to anticipate cost drivers, manage change, and align financial planning with technical project execution.

Explore how HVAC systems are applied across a wide range of specialized facilities—from hospitals and data centers to museums and indoor agriculture. This intermediate course builds on HVAC fundamentals to help engineers design and evaluate systems that meet complex performance, safety, and environmental requirements.

Gain hands-on experience with the full Commissioning Process (CxP) for new construction projects, from pre-design through the first year of operation. This course, developed by the Building Commissioning Association (BCA), equips professionals with the tools and strategies needed to ensure project success while following ASHRAE Guideline 0. Prior understanding of the CxP, as defined by ASHRAE Guideline 0, is highly recommended.

This course teaches engineers and commissioning professionals how to apply structured project management principles to commissioning efforts using a repeatable, five-phase framework. Learn to control scope, manage resources, and deliver successful CxP outcomes without budget overruns or schedule delays.

Strengthen your community’s housing safety and livability by mastering property maintenance code compliance and enforcement. This course equips professionals with the tools to identify violations, manage inspection programs, and enforce health and safety standards effectively.

Solidify your engineering expertise with a deep dive into the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) structural provisions and standards from ASCE, AISC, and ACI. This course is tailored to empower engineers to confidently apply code updates in structural design, plan review, and safety compliance.