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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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Introduction to Science Lab Building Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • 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

Root Cause Analysis Tools for Technical Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 14-15, 2027 (E087)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Master the tools and techniques of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to eliminate recurring problems and drive sustainable improvements in your technical operations. This course equips engineers and technical professionals with practical, proven methods to identify, analyze, and resolve the root causes of complex issues.
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management, Operations and Manufacturing Processes, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA01659

Municipal Engineering Fundamentals for Non-Engineers

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 16 - May 14, 2027 (E379)
    Live Online
    $1,095
Gain a practical understanding of how municipal infrastructure systems are designed, operated, and maintained—even if you not an engineer. This course demystifies the technical side of streets, water, sewer, and storm drainage systems so you can make informed decisions and contribute confidently to public works projects.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Public Works and Municipal
RA00356

Electrical Systems Design for the Non-Electrical Engineer

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 19-23, 2027 (E261)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
  • Sep. 13-17, 2027 (E262)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
  • Apr. 3-7, 2028 (E263)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
Take this course to learn fundamental electrical concepts and electrical power distribution design for industrial and commercial systems—1,000 volts and below. This course is intended for those with no formal training in electrical engineering.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage
RA00066

Introduction to the International Building Code (IBC) Fire and Life Safety

Upcoming Dates
  • May 11-12, 2027 (E111)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
Tackle the complexities of code compliance with this practical, two-day course that dives into the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and its fire and life safety provisions. Professionals will gain essential knowledge to ensure safe and compliant building design, construction, and operation.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Codes and Standards
RA00672

Total Performance Reliability (TPR360)

Upcoming Dates
  • May 11-13, 2027 (E408)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
TPR360 (Total Performance Reliability) complements the Developing a Winning Strategic Plan for Reliability course by providing a complete model of what a high-performing Maintenance and Reliability organization actually looks like.  In coordination with an organizational strategic plan, TPR360 focuses on the structure of Maintenance and Reliability itself. Participants learn the complete Maintenance Performance System, including the 3 Strategic Pillars, 6 Management Domains, 24 Tactical Disciplines, and 9 System Enablers that collectively define Maintenance and Reliability excellence. 
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
RA00153

Effectively Managing Technical Teams

Upcoming Dates
  • May 12-14, 2027 (E185)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,995
Technical teams present many challenges for engineering managers. Team leaders must often give up some of their technical authority to focus on strategic management, operational planning and human resource management. They also need solid communications skills and know how to represent the team across the organization and at a high level. In this hands-on course, you will learn strategic and operational planning tools to set goals, establish objectives and build defensible budgets from an instructor who has actually “walked the talk” of this course with his own experiences.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01092
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