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 (100)

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Project Management for the Commissioning Process Strategies for Controlling Projects and Avoiding Overruns

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 1-2, 2027 (E210)
    Live Online
    $1,095
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.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01570

Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • 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
RA00369

Fundamentals of HVAC

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 9-11, 2027 (E108)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Sep. 28-30, 2027 (E183)
    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
RA00367

Designing Electrical Overhead Distribution Lines

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 6-8, 2027 (E287)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
Master the design of electrical overhead distribution lines with hands-on exercises grounded in real-world scenarios and the latest National Electrical Safety Code® (NESC) updates. This course equips engineers with the technical, legal, and safety knowledge needed to design reliable and compliant overhead systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00002

Ammonia Refrigeration System Safety

Upcoming Dates
  • 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
RA00370

Municipal Engineering Fundamentals for Non-Engineers

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 16 - May 14, 2027 (E379)
    Live Online
    $1,095
Gain a practical understanding of how municipal infrastructure systems are designed, operated, and maintained—even if you not an engineer. This course demystifies the technical side of streets, water, sewer, and storm drainage systems so you can make informed decisions and contribute confidently to public works projects.
Customizable
RA00356

Electrical Systems Design for the Non-Electrical Engineer

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 19-23, 2027 (E261)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
  • Sep. 13-17, 2027 (E262)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
  • Apr. 3-7, 2028 (E263)
    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
RA00066

Introduction to the International Building Code (IBC) Fire and Life Safety

Upcoming Dates
  • May 11-12, 2027 (E111)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
Tackle the complexities of code compliance with this practical, two-day course that dives into the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and its fire and life safety provisions. Professionals will gain essential knowledge to ensure safe and compliant building design, construction, and operation.
Customizable
RA00672

Effectively Managing Technical Teams

Upcoming Dates
  • May 12-14, 2027 (E185)
    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
RA01092
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