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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Piston Rings for Internal Combustion Engines

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  • Start Anytime
    Online Anytime
    $300
Explore the critical role of piston rings in internal combustion engines with this self-paced, expert-led online course. Learn how ring design, dynamics, and wear mechanisms impact engine performance, oil control, and durability in both two- and four-stroke engines.
RA01771

Utilizing 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing) in Your Organization

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  • Jun. 4 - Jul. 9, 2026 (E180)
    Live Online
    $1,795
Unlock the potential of 3D printing in your organization with a hands-on introduction to additive manufacturing technologies, workflows, and applications. This course demystifies the process and empowers participants to identify opportunities, justify ROI, and begin prototyping with confidence.
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RA01798

Manufacturing Systems and Design

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    Online Anytime
    $295
Explore the core manufacturing systems that drive modern production, from traditional models to agile, customer-focused methodologies. This course equips engineers with the tools to evaluate system performance, optimize processes, and align operations with strategic goals.
RA01823

Continuous Improvement

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    Online Anytime
    $295
Unlock the power of continuous improvement to drive productivity, quality, and innovation in manufacturing. This course equips engineers with practical tools and lean strategies to identify inefficiencies and lead sustainable change.
RA01826

Design of Experiments

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    Online Anytime
    $295
Unlock the power of statistically designed experiments to identify key process variables, reduce variation, and optimize performance. This self-paced course introduces factorial and fractional factorial designs, equipping participants with practical tools to drive quality improvement in industrial settings.
RA01846
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