Interdisciplinary Professional Programs
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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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.
Customizable
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.
Customizable
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.
Customizable
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.
Customizable
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

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

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

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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.
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Topic: Industrial, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA00062

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.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
RA01845
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