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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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Landfill Gas Design and Management

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Unlock the full potential of landfill gas systems by mastering the design, management, and recovery techniques that turn waste into a revenue-generating resource. This course equips engineers with the tools to optimize emissions control, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive sustainable innovation.
Topic: Water and Environmental, Geotechnical and Solid Waste
RA01833

Rapid Design and Innovation Prototype (almost) Anything?

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Turn your ideas into reality with hands-on experience in rapid prototyping using CAD, 3D printing, laser cutting, and more. This immersive course empowers participants to design, build, and test physical products—starting with a custom desk lamp and ending with their own DIY creations.
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Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
RA01845

Advanced Topics and Current Issues in Low-Slope Roofing

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New course developed for students who have previously taken the Low Slope Roofing Systems course and are looking for more detailed information.  Some topics that will be expanded on include wind design per ASCE 7 and FM Global, moisture migration control and analysis, attachment and flashing details, legal issues, and recent trends in the roofing industry.
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01850

QRM for Consultants Driving Client Success through Quick Response Manufacturing

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This course is tailored for consultants. It provides a deep dive into applying QRM principles to deliver measurable results for clients. It equips consultants with the tools to drive QRM transformations in various industries, making them trusted advisors in lead time reduction and operational efficiency. Course duration: Two days (In-person or Virtual).
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Topic: Industrial, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA00059

Laser-Based Manufacturing

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Master the principles and applications of laser-based manufacturing with a focus on metal part fabrication and key uses in polymers and ceramics. This course blends foundational theory with real-world implementation strategies to help engineers optimize laser systems across industries.
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Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
RA00085

Wastewater Modeling Essentials

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This is a 10-week online course that covers the essentials of modeling wastewater treatment systems. Many in the wastewater field are familiar with various wastewater modeling softwares; however, these softwares cannot provide accurate and reliable results without a solid understanding of the modeling process. This course therefore provides a foundational understanding of the modeling process to ensure your modeling is performed correctly and that the modeling results and accurate, meaningful, and truly useful to you. This course is applicable to wastewater professionals, regardless of what wastewater modeling software they may choose to use. While the course is intended for those who will be performing the modeling work, it is also recommended for professionals who may be overseeing, reviewing, and wanting to understand modeling results. No prior modeling experience is required.
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Topic: Water and Environmental, Wastewater
RA00106

Effective Roadway Lighting

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This course provides hands-on experience in modern roadway lighting design, incorporating the latest technologies and updated best practices from the 2025 IES RP-8 Recommended Practice for Roadway Lighting. Participants will explore sustainable, energy-efficient lighting solutions that enhance visibility, safety, and efficiency for all road users.
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Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Public Works and Municipal
RA00194

Solving Neighborhood Traffic Problems

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Learn how to identify, analyze, and solve traffic issues in residential neighborhoods using proven traffic calming strategies and real-world case studies. This course equips professionals with practical tools to enhance safety, reduce congestion, and improve livability in communities.
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Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00165
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