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College of Engineering

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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    Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 21-23, 2026 (D945)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,795
    • May 11-13, 2027 (E079)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,795
    Prepare your maintenance team for CMRT certification with a hands-on course built around the SMRP Body of Knowledge. This program equips technicians and leaders with the practical skills, strategic alignment, and confidence needed to pass the exam and drive reliability excellence.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Industrial
    Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
    RA00022

    Supply Chain Analytics

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 21-22, 2026 (E119)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    Hands-on supply chain analytics course focused on applying advanced data methods to real operations challenges, improving forecasting, planning, and decision-making.
    Customizable
    Topic: AI and Data Analytics , Data Analytics
    RA00109

    Critical Conversations Results-based Communication

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 27-30, 2026 (D773)
      Live Online
      $1,695
    • Sep. 16-17, 2026 (D776)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,695
    This course gives engineers and technical professionals a practical framework for having clear, honest, and productive conversations—especially when stakes are high or conflict is likely. Learn how to plan, deliver, and recover conversations using a proven model that supports better outcomes without damaging relationships.
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA01567

    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 Science Lab Building Systems

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 28-30, 2026 (D702)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,495
    • Apr. 13-15, 2027 (E109)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,495
    This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the specialized building systems that support science and engineering laboratories, with a focus on safety, energy efficiency, and performance. Participants will learn to assess HVAC systems, validate design criteria, and evaluate high-performance fume hoods to improve lab operations.
    Discipline: Mechanical
    Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
    RA01517

    Leading Digital Change Transforming People, Process, and Purpose

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 6-8, 2026 (E102)
      Live Online
      $1,995
    Leading digital change goes beyond new technology; it's about empowering people, optimizing processes, and defining a clear purpose. This course provides leaders and teams with the practical tools and frameworks needed to navigate complex strategic and cultural transformations. You will leave with an actionable roadmap for your organization's ongoing success in the digital age.
    Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes, Quick Response Manufacturing
    RA00020

    Developing a Winning Strategic Plan for Reliability

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 11-12, 2026 (D902)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    • Apr. 12-13, 2027 (E080)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,495
    In today’s competitive business environment, the difference between success and failure is often based on how well our machines and facilities perform. Learn detailed strategic approaches to management and leadership in maintenance and reliability.
    Discipline: Industrial
    Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
    RA01483
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