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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    Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 8-9, 2026 (D813)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,495
    • Nov. 17-18, 2026 (E125)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,595
    Make the leap from technical expert to confident leader by mastering the skills of communication, delegation, and team motivation. This course equips engineers and technical professionals with the tools to lead effectively, manage meetings, and inspire performance.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA00014

    Repair of Concrete

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 14-16, 2026 (D724)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,495
    Learn how to assess, repair, and protect concrete structures using proven techniques and materials that ensure long-term durability and performance. This course equips you with practical strategies for structural repairs, slab restoration, and corrosion prevention based on real-world applications.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
    RA00280

    Municipal Engineering Fundamentals for Non-Engineers

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 17 - May 15, 2026 (E161)
      Live Online
      $1,095
    Gain a practical understanding of how municipal infrastructure systems are designed, operated, and maintained—even if you’re not an engineer. This course demystifies the technical side of streets, water, sewer, and storm drainage systems so you can make informed decisions and contribute confidently to public works projects.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental
    Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Public Works and Municipal
    RA00356

    Critical Conversations Results-based Communication

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 27-30, 2026 (D773)
      Live Online
      $1,695
    • Sep. 16-17, 2026 (D776)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,695
    This course gives engineers and technical professionals a practical framework for having clear, honest, and productive conversations—especially when stakes are high or conflict is likely. Learn how to plan, deliver, and recover conversations using a proven model that supports better outcomes without damaging relationships.
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA01567

    Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Safety

    Upcoming Dates
    • Apr. 27-28, 2026 (E123)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,295
    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
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