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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Courses (211)

    Computerized Transmission Line Design PLS-CADD Hands-On Training

    Upcoming Dates
    • Dec. 7-11, 2026 (E142)
      Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
      $2,495
    • Mar. 8-12, 2027 (E219)
      Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
      $2,495
    Master the use of PLS-CADD software to design, model, and optimize transmission lines with real-world accuracy and efficiency. This hands-on course equips engineers and technicians with the skills to streamline line design, assess existing infrastructure, and generate construction-ready documentation.
    Discipline: Electrical
    RA00069

    Fundamentals of Electric Rail Vehicle Systems Design, Procurement, Operations, and Maintenance

    Upcoming Dates
    • Dec. 7-9, 2026 (E282)
      Live Online
      $1,495
    This course provides a comprehensive foundation in the design, procurement, operation, and maintenance of electric rail vehicles, including light rail, heavy rail, and commuter rail systems. Participants will explore the integration of complex subsystems, industry standards, and best practices for ensuring safety, reliability, and performance.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Electrical
    RA01521

    Process Safety Management Audits for Compliance and Continuous Safety Improvement

    Upcoming Dates
    • Jan. 20-22, 2027 (E029)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,595
    • Jan. 19-21, 2028 (E037)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,595
    Learn how to conduct high-performance Process Safety Management (PSM) audits that drive compliance, continuous improvement and save your organization time and money. This hands-on course equips safety professionals with the tools to assess, report, and enhance PSM systems effectively.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Mechanical
    RA00381

    Shielding Strategies for EMI Prevention

    Upcoming Dates
    • Jan. 27, 2027 (E247)
      Live Online
      $700
    This course offers a comprehensive guide for implementing shielding in ways that are most effective to prevent different kinds of electromagnetic interference (EM).  It is designed for students involved in multiple areas of hardware design, including mechanical as well as electrical.  We will cover shielding for both high frequency electric fields as well as lower frequency magnetic fields.  Shielding implementation will be discussed at the board, enclosure, cabling, and integrated platform levels.  There is a lot of confusion a lot this particular topic, so lessons are reinforced with live hardware demonstrations that show these principles paying out on real hardware.  Students will have the opportunity to do shielding calculations and think deeply about the interactions being demonstrated on the bend.  This topic never fails to yield excellent interactive discussions.
    RA00138

    Electrical Engineering Fundamentals for the Non-Electrical Engineer - Circuits Through Embedded Systems

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 1-5, 2027 (E028)
      Live Online
      $1,995
    Bridge the gap between mechanical and electrical engineering with this foundational course in circuits, embedded systems, and power electronics. Designed for non-electrical engineers, it equips you with the essential knowledge to contribute confidently to multidisciplinary projects and modern electrification efforts.
    Customizable
    RA00049

    Maintaining Asphalt Pavements

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 23 - Mar. 30, 2027 (E371)
      Live Online
      $1,095
    • Mar. 1-2, 2027 (E373)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,095
    Are your asphalt pavements deteriorating faster than your budget—those pavements that were built in the boom and are now going bust? Learn practical pavement evaluation, repair, maintenance, and rehabilitation techniques to extend the life of your pavements while stretching your budgets.
    Customizable
    RA00315

    Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills

    Upcoming Dates
    • Feb. 25 - Apr. 1, 2027 (E372)
      Live Online
      $1,095
    • Mar. 3-4, 2027 (E374)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,095
    Sharpen your construction inspection skills with practical techniques, engineering fundamentals, and real-world insights tailored for public works projects. This course builds confidence and competence for inspectors, technicians, and engineers working with contractors and the public.
    Customizable
    RA00383

    Engineering Calculations for PSM and RMP

    Upcoming Dates
    • Mar. 22-26, 2027 (E031)
      Live Online
      $1,595
    • Mar. 20-24, 2028 (E039)
      Live Online
      $1,595
    Master the essential engineering calculations required for OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA’s Risk Management Plan (RMP) compliance. This course focuses on ammonia refrigeration systems and equips you with the tools to properly document, assess, and support regulatory requirements.
    Discipline: Industrial
    RA01642
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