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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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Manufacturing Systems and Design New

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    $295
Ensuring that manufacturing processes align with the evolving needs of customers is fundamental to the success of any operation. Manufacturing encompasses various systems, each characterized by unique methodologies and terminologies. This asynchronous course is tailored to provide participants with an understanding of the diverse manufacturing systems and associated terminology, enabling them to navigate the intricacies of the industry with confidence.
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Topic: Industrial
RA01823

Plastics Recycling and Sustainability

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    $300
An asynchronous, self-paced online course on plastics recycling. We will discuss how plastics are recycled in practice, and which materials are typically recycled and why. An introduction to the main types of recycling (mechanical recycling and chemical recycling including pyrolysis) will be covered. Examples of downcycling and upcycling will be given, including efforts to reclaim ocean plastics and post-consumer textiles. Sustainable and biodegradable polymer chemistry will also be covered.
Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
RA01664

Self-Paced Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices

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    $1,795
This self-paced Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices course plays a critical part in any well-functioning organization, providing maintenance excellence on the right assets at the right frequencies.  Companies that excel with the world class practices as outlined throughout the learning, can reduce machine downtime by up to 50% and extend machinery and/or asset life by over 25%.
Discipline: Industrial
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
RA01817

Technical Project Management New

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Project management serves diverse industries, playing a pivotal role in the seamless delivery of products to market, providing services to customers, and meeting or exceeding expectations. This asynchronous course represents a departure from conventional project management approaches by zeroing in on the nuances of Technical Project Management, tailoring its content to professionals immersed in technical fields.
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Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
RA01829

Decisionmaking as a Competitive Advantage Choosing by Advantages (CBA)

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Join our course to master a proven decisionmaking* process essential for professionals in capital-intensive manufacturing, facilities, and construction projects. Developed by Jim Suhr in 1981 and detailed in his influential works, CBA offers a structured five-phase approach to making sound decisions using both objective and subjective data. Participants will learn to discern decision contexts, effectively use data, and apply CBA methods through hands-on case studies. This course is designed for leaders, managers, engineers, and consultants, equipping them with practical skills to make better, more informed decisions, enhance collaboration, and drive continuous improvement in their organizations. Enhance your decision-making capabilities and achieve better outcomes in today's complex business environment.
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA00027

Effectively Managing Your Maintenance Team Through Change Leadership

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This course provides an in-depth exploration of change leadership principles and practices specifically tailored for professionals in maintenance and reliability. Participants will learn how to effectively lead change initiatives, improve maintenance and reliability processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
RA00075

Fundamentals of Manufacturing System Design and Analysis

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Participants will learn how to analyze and evaluate discrete manufacturing systems in different types of production environments.  The course will emphasize production flow, manufacturing cell design, inventory buffers, and performance metrics.  Course will also cover continuous improvement techniques and strategy deployment.
Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
RA01799
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