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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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Fundamentals of Railway Bridge Engineering and Management

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This course provides a detailed understanding of basic railway bridge engineering and design, emphasizing compliance with FRA 237, bridge management, and safety assurance practices. Attendees will learn modern techniques such as drone inspections, bridge load capacity assessment, and effective repair strategies.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering
RA00550

Highway Bridge System Design

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Gain hands-on expertise in highway bridge system design using AASHTO LRFD procedures, with real-world examples in steel, concrete, and prestressed structures. This course bridges theory and practice, equipping structural engineers with the tools to tackle modern bridge design challenges confidently.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00326

Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Safety

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Learn how to prevent train-vehicle collisions and pedestrian fatalities by applying proven highway-rail grade crossing safety principles. This course equips transportation professionals with the tools to design, evaluate, and improve crossings using current regulations, technologies, and best practices.
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Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering
RA00344

HVAC Applications

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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.
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Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01649

Intermediate Power Electronics Power Converter Topologies, Modeling & Control

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Advance your understanding of power electronics by mastering converter topologies, modeling techniques, and control strategies critical for high-performance systems. This expert-led course combines theory, practical application, and hands-on learning to equip professionals with the skills to optimize modern power systems.
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Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electrification , Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives
RA00072

Lean, Six Sigma, and Maintenance Best Practices

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Discover the latest maintenance best practices, combining Lean, Six Sigma, and reliability strategies to enhance asset management and operational efficiency. This course equips engineers with the tools and methods to drive continuous improvement using modern maintenance processes and metrics.
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Discipline: Industrial
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
RA01267

Medium-Voltage Electrical Distribution for Mission Critical, Industrial, and Campus Facilities

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Master the design, layout, and code requirements of medium voltage (1kV–38kV) electrical systems in mission-critical, industrial, and campus environments. This course provides practical insights into system components, reliability trade-offs, and NEC compliance for non-utility applications.
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Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage
RA01619

Pavement System Design

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Master the science and strategy behind pavement system design—from soil testing and material selection to mechanistic-empirical modeling and performance prediction. This course equips professionals with the tools to design, evaluate, and improve both flexible and rigid pavement systems for long-term durability and cost-efficiency.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00392

Power System Protection: Applications and Performance Analysis

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Understanding of Power System Protection is critical for those concerned with power system relays. In this course, learn various protection schemes commonly used in electric utilities along with real-world applications.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage, Transmission
RA00045

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).
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA00059
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