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 (207)

Critical Conversations Results-based Communication

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 16-17, 2026 (D776)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
  • May 19-20, 2027 (E187)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
This course gives engineers and technical professionals a practical framework for having clear, honest, and productive conversations—especially when stakes are high or conflict is likely. Learn how to plan, deliver, and recover conversations using a proven model that supports better outcomes without damaging relationships.
RA01567

Process Hazard Analysis Emphasizing Ammonia Refrigeration Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 16-18, 2026 (D299)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Sep. 15-17, 2027 (E033)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Sep. 13-15, 2028 (E072)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Learn how to effectively identify, evaluate, and control hazards in ammonia refrigeration facilities with this comprehensive Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) course. Gain the skills and tools needed to move beyond generic PHA checklists and enhance the safety of ammonia refrigeration systems.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00722

Asset Strategy Development with FMEA, PMO and RCM

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 21-22, 2026 (D949)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Sep. 20-21, 2027 (E083)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Develop a proactive, data-driven asset strategy using proven methodologies like FMEA, PM Optimization, and RCM. This course equips engineers with the tools to reduce equipment failures, optimize maintenance plans, and drive operational reliability.
Discipline: Industrial
RA01644

Batteries for Electrification Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 21-23, 2026 (E277)
    Live Online
    $1,695
As electric vehicles reshape the future of mobility, understanding rapidly evolving battery technology, a critical component of EV systems, is essential for engineers driving innovation. This course delivers a comprehensive, hands-on exploration of battery systems—from chemistry and safety to modeling, management, and second-life applications.
Customizable
RA01816

Design of Ammonia Refrigeration Systems for Peak Performance and Efficiency

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 21-25, 2026 (D298)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,895
  • Sep. 20-24, 2027 (E034)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,995
  • Sep. 18-22, 2028 (E073)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,995
This course will teach you techniques to size and properly lay out system components. You will expand your knowledge about ammonia refrigeration and better understand design principles, safety precautions, and best practices.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00375

The Commissioning Process for Delivering Quality Constructed Projects

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 21-25, 2026 (E206)
    Live Online
    $1,595
  • Feb. 22-26, 2027 (E209)
    Live Online
    $1,595
  • Jun. 7-9, 2027 (E173)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Learn why the Commissioning Process (CxP) provides consistent, cost-effective, and successful delivery of new buildings and constructed projects, and enhances the performance of existing buildings. Gain tools and techniques to incorporate this quality process from pre-design through the life of the facility. Highly valuable for all project team members, this course covers CxP goals, process steps, cost and benefits, case studies, and more.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00257
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