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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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Essentials of Hydraulics for Civil and Environmental Professionals

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 21-23, 2025 (D690)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
Build a solid foundation in applied hydraulics to address real-world challenges faced by civil and environmental professionals. This course covers essential principles and techniques for solving hydraulic problems across water supply systems, wastewater facilities, groundwater wells, stormwater management, and more.
Customizable
RA01106

Fundamentals of Substation Equipment and Control Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 21-23, 2025 (D625)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
  • Feb. 10-12, 2026 (D770)
    Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
    $1,895
Explore the essential components of an electric substation and master the control and wiring diagrams that govern their operation. Guided by professional engineers with decades of experience, you'll learn start-up and troubleshooting procedures for substation equipment.
Discipline: Electrical
RA00509

QRM Strategic Leadership New Driving Empowerment, Financial Success, and Sustained Gains

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 21-23, 2025 (D682)
    Live Online
    $1,975
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, operations leadership must implement Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles and foster a culture of empowerment, accountability, and financial acumen to drive superior and sustained results. This advanced course equips leaders with the strategic skills and insights to lead QRM initiatives, empower cross-functional teams, and make sound financial decisions supporting long-term competitiveness.
Customizable
RA00062

Supervision and the Art of Supervising

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 21-23, 2025 (D579)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Learn the latest techniques in conflict resolution, effective communication, and team building to capitalize on traditional traits and characteristics of supervision. Participation in multiple case-study-practice sessions will ease implementation of your new knowledge after the course!
Customizable
RA01840

Leading the Commissioning Process Step-by-Step Strategies for New Construction Projects

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 27-31, 2025 (D752)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $2,295
Gain hands-on experience with the full Commissioning Process (CxP) for new construction projects, from pre-design through the first year of operation. This course, developed by the Building Commissioning Association (BCA), equips professionals with the tools and strategies needed to ensure project success while following ASHRAE Guideline 0. Prior understanding of the CxP, as defined by ASHRAE Guideline 0, is highly recommended.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00846

Advanced World-Class Storeroom Principles

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 28-30, 2025 (D580)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Learn traditional storeroom processes and the evolution to today's world class storeroom. This is a highly interactive course designed to not only build on students' knowledge of world-class storeroom principles, but to offer advanced instruction on making the storeroom a value-driver to any reliability effort. This instructor-led course is light on lecture with engaging discussion and student activities to confirm knowledge, understanding, and implementation.
RA01835

Fundamentals of Railway Train Control and Signaling

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 28-29, 2025 (D748)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,295
This entry-level course offers a comprehensive overview of railway train control and signaling systems, including Block Signal Design, Traffic Control Systems (TCS), Track Circuit Theory, and Positive Train Control (PTC). Participants will develop the knowledge and skills needed to design, analyze, and implement systems that enhance railway capacity, reliability, and safety.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00549

HVAC Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 28-30, 2025 (D570)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,295
  • Oct. 27-29, 2026 (D764)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,395
Explore how HVAC systems are applied across a wide range of specialized facilities—from hospitals and data centers to museums and indoor agriculture. This intermediate course builds on HVAC fundamentals to help engineers design and evaluate systems that meet complex performance, safety, and environmental requirements.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01649
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