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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Work Management for Maintenance and Reliability

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Master the 10 essential maintenance work processes that drive reliability and operational excellence through structured workflows and RACI-based accountability. This interactive course equips professionals with the tools to build, implement, and continuously improve world-class work management systems.
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RA01839

Electrical Grounding and Bonding per the National Electrical Code

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In this course, you will learn about specific facility grounding problems and their consequences, such as fires, electrocutions, and equipment damage. We'll discuss grounding problems experienced on systems 1000V or less and how to avoid them. You'll build a firm foundation of knowledge about grounding and bonding to help you successfully complete your next project.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA00004

Underground Electrical Distribution Systems

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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.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA00010

Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

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Gain hands-on experience in testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance, comfort, and energy efficiency. This course combines classroom instruction with real-world labs using professional TAB equipment to build practical skills you can apply immediately.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00263

Managing Snow and Ice Control Operations

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Learn how to effectively manage snow and ice control operations with practical strategies for plowing, deicing, and anti-icing across roads, sidewalks, and facilities. This course equips you to improve safety, reduce environmental impact, and optimize winter maintenance costs through smart planning and technology.
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RA00322

Solid Waste Landfill Design

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Designing or expanding a solid waste landfill requires technical precision, regulatory insight, and a deep understanding of evolving environmental challenges. This course equips professionals with the tools to plan, design, and manage landfills that are safe, sustainable, and compliant.
RA00423

Fundamentals of Railway Bridge Engineering and Management

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This course provides a detailed understanding of basic railway bridge engineering and design, emphasizing compliance with FRA 237, bridge management, and safety assurance practices. Attendees will learn modern techniques such as drone inspections, bridge load capacity assessment, and effective repair strategies.
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RA00550

Electrical Rail Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems

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Gain a comprehensive understanding of rail traction power and overhead contact systems, essential for anyone working with electrically powered rail systems. Learn the principles of design, construction, and operation for traction power and overhead contact systems.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA01357
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