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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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National Electrical Code

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 8-10, 2026 (D636)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
The National Electrical Code® is the "benchmark for safe electrical design, installation, and inspection to protect consumers and property from electrical hazards," according to the National Fire Protection Association. Stay current with the National Electrical Code® (NEC®) and learn how to apply its standards to ensure safe, compliant electrical system design and installation. This course provides practical guidance for interpreting and implementing NEC® requirements in real-world projects.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage
RA00001

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
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage
RA00066

Low-Slope Roofing Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Dec. 1-2, 2026 (D755)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
Master the design, installation, and maintenance of low-slope roofing systems with practical tools and proven techniques. This course equips professionals with the knowledge to deliver durable, code-compliant roofing solutions for new construction, re-roofing, and maintenance projects.
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00289

Ammonia Refrigeration System Safety

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 1-3, 2026 (D297)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Apr. 7-9, 2027 (E032)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Apr. 5-7, 2028 (E040)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Ammonia is a powerful and environmentally friendly refrigerant—but it comes with serious safety responsibilities. This course equips professionals with the knowledge to operate ammonia refrigeration systems safely, comply with regulations, and prevent hazardous incidents.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Industrial, Ammonia Refrigeration
RA00370

Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Safety

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 27-28, 2026 (E123)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,295
Learn how to prevent train-vehicle collisions and pedestrian fatalities by applying proven highway-rail grade crossing safety principles. This course equips transportation professionals with the tools to design, evaluate, and improve crossings using current regulations, technologies, and best practices.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering
RA00344

Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 4-6, 2026 (D295)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Sep. 30 - Oct. 2, 2026 (D300)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Mar. 3-5, 2027 (E030)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Oct. 6-8, 2027 (E035)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Mar. 1-3, 2028 (E038)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Oct. 4-6, 2028 (E071)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Explore the fundamentals of ammonia refrigeration systems and discover why this natural refrigerant is a top choice for sustainable, high-performance cooling. This course provides a practical foundation in system components, thermodynamics, safety, and best practices for immediate on-the-job application.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Industrial, Ammonia Refrigeration
RA00369

Fundamentals of HVAC

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 10-12, 2026 (D694)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Sep. 29 - Oct. 1, 2026 (D754)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Mar. 9-11, 2027 (E108)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Build a solid foundation in HVAC and refrigeration systems with a focus on commercial building applications, system components, and energy-efficient design. This course equips non-specialists with the knowledge to understand, evaluate, and manage HVAC systems using ASHRAE standards and real-world examples.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00367

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
Topic: Industrial, Ammonia Refrigeration
RA00722

The Commissioning Process for Existing Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 16-17, 2026 (D995)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • Apr. 23-24, 2026 (D982)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
Master the commissioning process (CxP) for existing buildings to optimize energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and building performance. This course equips engineers with the knowledge to develop and execute commissioning and retro-commissioning programs, while evaluating costs and benefits.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Commissioning
RA00752

Effectively Managing Technical Teams

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 2-6, 2026 (D771)
    Live Online
    $1,995
  • Sep. 9-11, 2026 (D774)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,995
Technical teams present many challenges for engineering managers. Team leaders must often give up some of their technical authority to focus on strategic management, operational planning and human resource management. They also need solid communications skills and know how to represent the team across the organization and at a high level. In this hands-on course, you will learn strategic and operational planning tools to set goals, establish objectives and build defensible budgets from an instructor who has actually “walked the talk” of this course with his own experiences.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01092
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