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Join us today and unlock your full potential for success in the rapidly changing world of engineering and technology. UW-Madison’s College of Engineering (COE) is a leading professional development organization dedicated to empowering engineers and technical professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their fields. We offer a wide range of cutting-edge courses designed to enhance professional growth and provide opportunities for career advancement. Our expert instructors, both faculty and industry veterans, deliver engaging and practical training sessions that bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise in a specific technical area, stay abreast of the latest industry trends, or broaden your skill set to adapt to evolving challenges, UW-Madison’s College of Engineering is your trusted partner in engineering professional development.

 

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New QRM Shop Floor Mastery Cell Design and Scheduling for High-Mix, Low-Volume, and Custom Production

Upcoming Dates
  • Dec. 9-10, 2025 (D684)
    Live Online
    $1,325
Elevate your shop floor operations with advanced strategies in cell design and scheduling tailored for high-mix, low-volume, and custom manufacturing environments. This course combines Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles with the innovative POLCA system to optimize production flow and reduce lead times.
Customizable
RA00057

Medium-Voltage Electrical Distribution for Mission Critical, Industrial, and Campus Facilities

Upcoming Dates
  • Jan. 12-16, 2026 (D862)
    Live Online
    $1,695
Master the design, layout, and code requirements of medium voltage (1kV–38kV) electrical systems in mission-critical, industrial, and campus environments. This course provides practical insights into system components, reliability trade-offs, and NEC compliance for non-utility applications.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA01619

Process Safety Management Audits for Compliance and Continuous Safety Improvement

Upcoming Dates
  • Jan. 14-16, 2026 (D294)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Learn how to conduct high-performance Process Safety Management (PSM) audits that drive compliance, continuous improvement and save your organization time and money. This hands-on course equips safety professionals with the tools to assess, report, and enhance PSM systems effectively.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00381

New Building AI Chatbots Without Code From Idea to Launch

Upcoming Dates
  • Jan. 20 - Feb. 17, 2026 (D974)
    Live Online
    $1,495
Learn to build powerful AI chatbots without needing to write code. This course empowers technical professionals to create, deploy, and optimize generative AI systems using Azure AI’s no-code tools.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial
RA00091

Wastewater Modeling Essentials

Upcoming Dates
  • Jan. 22 - Mar. 26, 2026 (D998)
    Live Online
    $1,795
This is a 10 week online course that covers the essentials of modeling wastewater treatment systems. Many in the wastewater field are familiar with various wastewater modeling softwares; however, these softwares cannot provide accurate and reliable results without a solid understanding of the modeling process. This course therefore provides a foundational understanding of the modeling process to ensure your modeling is performed correctly and that the modeling results and accurate, meaningful, and truly useful to you. This course is applicable to wastewater professionals, regardless of what wastewater modeling software they may choose to use. While the course is intended for those who will be performing the modeling work, it is also recommended for professionals who may be overseeing, reviewing, and wanting to understand modeling results. No prior modeling experience is required.
Customizable
RA00106

Data Analytics for Technical Leaders

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 23-26, 2026 (D814)
    Live Online
    $1,495
Unlock the power of data to lead with confidence—this course equips technical leaders with practical analytics tools to make smarter, faster decisions. Through hands-on exercises and real-world examples, you'll learn how to extract insights and effective leadership decisions using descriptive, causal, predictive, and prescriptive analytics.
Customizable
RA01793

Intermediate Power Electronics Power Converter Topologies, Modeling & Control

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 23-26, 2026 (E025)
    Live Online
    $1,995
Advance your understanding of power electronics by mastering converter topologies, modeling techniques, and control strategies critical for high-performance systems. This expert-led course combines theory, practical application, and hands-on learning to equip professionals with the skills to optimize modern power systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00072
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