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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PE Ethics Workshop

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    $195
  • Dec. 4, 2026 (E126)
    Live Online
    $195
This interactive ethics workshop explores real-world conflicts of interest that engineers and technical professionals may face in both public and private sectors. Through case studies and open discussion, participants will gain practical tools for navigating ethical gray areas with confidence and integrity.
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Low Temperature Combustion

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    $300
Dive into the science and strategy behind low temperature combustion in modern internal combustion engines, including GDI, DISI, SIDI, and SC configurations. This self-paced course explores lean burn principles, HCCI, and SACI technologies to help engineers understand the future of cleaner, more efficient engine design.
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Turbocharging Internal Combustion Engines

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    $300
Explore the science and strategy behind turbocharging in internal combustion engines through this self-paced, expert-led online course. From compressor maps to turbine sizing, gain the knowledge needed to optimize performance and efficiency in modern engine design.
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Engine Heat Transfer

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    $300
Master the fundamentals and advanced concepts of heat transfer in internal combustion engines with this self-paced, expert-led online course. Learn how thermal energy moves through engine systems and how to design for optimal performance, durability, and efficiency.
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Engine Exhaust Aftertreatment Aging

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    $300
Explore the science of exhaust aftertreatment aging in internal combustion engines through this expert-led, self-paced online course. Learn how catalysts degrade over time in both spark-ignited and compression-ignited systems—and how to counteract it through smart design and regeneration strategies.
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Particulate Emissions PN vs. PM and GDI

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    Online Anytime
    $300
Delve into the science of particulate emissions from Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines in this self-paced, research-driven course. Learn how Particle Number (PN) and Particulate Matter (PM) are measured, interpreted, and mitigated in the face of evolving emissions regulations.
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Tribology in Engines

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    Online Anytime
    $300
Explore the science of friction, lubrication, and wear as it applies to internal combustion engines in this self-paced, expert-led course. Learn how tribological principles influence engine performance, efficiency, and longevity across critical components.
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Introduction to CI Combustion Modeling

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    $300
Gain a foundational understanding of compression ignition (CI) combustion modeling in this self-paced, expert-led online course. Explore key concepts like turbulence, fuel spray dynamics, and emissions modeling to support simulation-driven engine design.
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