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Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 8-12, 2025 (D618)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
  • Apr. 13-17, 2026 (D810)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
Gain hands-on experience in testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance, comfort, and energy efficiency. This course combines classroom instruction with real-world labs using professional TAB equipment to build practical skills you can apply immediately.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00263

Coordinated Fire Protection Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 9-11, 2025 (D574)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,395
  • Sep. 15-17, 2026 (D758)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,395
This course equips engineers and project teams with the knowledge to design and coordinate sprinkler and fire alarm systems in compliance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 72. Learn how to integrate detection and suppression systems effectively while navigating code requirements, system tradeoffs, and emerging technologies.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01547

Electrical Systems Design for the Non-Electrical Engineer

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 15-19, 2025 (D631)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Apr. 20-24, 2026 (D637)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
Take this course to learn fundamental electrical concepts and electrical power distribution design for industrial and commercial systems—1,000 volts and below. This course is intended for those with no formal training in electrical engineering.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electric Power, Distribution and Low Voltage
RA00066

Fundamentals of HVAC

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 16-18, 2025 (D568)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,395
  • Mar. 10-12, 2026 (D694)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Sep. 29 - Oct. 1, 2026 (D754)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Build a solid foundation in HVAC and refrigeration systems with a focus on commercial building applications, system components, and energy-efficient design. This course equips non-specialists with the knowledge to understand, evaluate, and manage HVAC systems using ASHRAE standards and real-world examples.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00367

Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 1, 2025 (D972)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
This course, and related cross-connection control and backflow prevention courses, are being offered by our partner, Madison College. These courses will provide the same high-quality cross-connection and backflow prevention training you have come to expect from UW–Madison InterPro. This course provides practical training through hands-on sessions that will teach you how to test backflow prevention assemblies and identify and resolve problems with backflow prevention assemblies. Backflow theory; selection of backflow prevention methods, devices and assemblies for specific applications; and state and local agency rules and regulations will also be discussed. Participation in this course and successful completion of the hands-on and written examinations fulfill the training requirements for registration as a Cross-Connection Control Tester in Wisconsin and for certification in several other states.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00447

Water Entry Prevention and Moisture Control in Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 6-8, 2025 (D566)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Master the science of moisture control in buildings to prevent costly failures and ensure long-term performance. This course equips engineers and construction professionals with actionable strategies for managing water and vapor across all building systems.
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00291

Evaluating Acoustics and Vibration in Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 14-16, 2025 (D564)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Proper acoustics are critically important in recording studios and music and performing arts centers, as well as office environments, hospitality spaces, and even experimental research laboratories. Learn acoustical and vibration criteria, understand material and equipment isolation, and discover ways to mitigate potential issues.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01532

HVAC Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 28-30, 2025 (D570)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,295
  • Oct. 27-29, 2026 (D764)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,395
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
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