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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Electrical Distribution Principles and Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Jul. 14-16, 2026 (D973)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
Master the core principles of AC electricity and three-phase distribution systems to enhance your ability to design, operate, and troubleshoot utility-scale electrical networks. This course blends theory with hands-on problem-solving to help you make informed decisions about conductors, transformers, protection systems, and planning strategies.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00533

Global Leadership for Technical Teams

Upcoming Dates
  • Aug. 18-19, 2026 (E014)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Aug. 17-18, 2027 (E015)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Managing global technical teams requires more than just time zone coordination—it demands cultural fluency, virtual leadership, and the right tools. This course equips engineers and project leaders with the skills to lead diverse, distributed teams with confidence and clarity.
Customizable
RA00042

Electrical Engineering Fundamentals for the Non-Electrical Engineer - Circuits Through Embedded Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Aug. 31 - Sep. 11, 2026 (E028)
    Live Online
    $1,995
Bridge the gap between mechanical and electrical engineering with this foundational course in circuits, embedded systems, and power electronics. Designed for non-electrical engineers, it equips you with the essential knowledge to contribute confidently to multidisciplinary projects and modern electrification efforts.
Customizable
RA00049

Total Productive Maintenance and Operator Driven Reliability

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 23-24, 2026 (D948)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Sep. 22-23, 2027 (E084)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Unlock the full potential of your equipment and workforce with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Operator Driven Reliability (ODR). This course equips teams with the tools to drive sustainable performance improvements through planned and autonomous maintenance strategies.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01638

Supervision and the Art of Supervising

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 6-8, 2026 (D905)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
  • Sep. 28-30, 2027 (E085)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Develop the leadership mindset and supervisory skills needed to inspire teams, resolve conflict, and drive performance. This hands-on course blends modern leadership techniques with classic supervisory principles to help you lead with confidence and clarity.
Customizable
RA01840

Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 26-27, 2026 (D907)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
  • Oct. 25-26, 2027 (E086)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Master the critical processes and strategies for effective maintenance planning and scheduling to reduce downtime, control costs, and achieve operational excellence. This course provides practical tools to develop robust workflows, optimize schedules, and track KPIs and metrics for continuous improvement.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01259
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