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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Commissioning Building Enclosure Assemblies and Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 8-10, 2026 (D992)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Nov. 16-20, 2026 (E232)
    Live Online
    $1,595
  • Jun. 14-16, 2027 (E241)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Gain expertise in commissioning building enclosure assemblies and systems to ensure optimal performance, durability, and compliance. This course provides essential knowledge of building science fundamentals, commissioning processes, and testing methods for enclosures like walls, roofs, windows, and doors.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01167

Understanding Plumbing Systems in Commercial Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 9-11, 2026 (D738)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Jun. 8-10, 2027 (E112)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
This course provides a comprehensive overview of plumbing systems in commercial buildings, covering design, installation, and operation of water, waste, storm, and specialty systems. Participants will gain the knowledge needed to interpret codes, coordinate with other trades, and address complex plumbing challenges in specialized facilities.
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01520

Building Enclosure Commissioning Certification Examination

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 12-25, 2026 (D993)
    Online
    $875
  • Nov. 23 - Dec. 6, 2026 (E233)
    Online
    $875
  • Jun. 18 - Jul. 1, 2027 (E242)
    Online
    $875
Earn industry-recognized certifications in building enclosure commissioning through comprehensive training and examination. Gain recognition for your skills and enhance your professional credentials. To become certified, you must pass an online examination and complete the three-day training course titled Commissioning Building Enclosure Assemblies and Systems.  One or both of the following certificates are awarded based on examination scoring: CxA+BE – Accredited Commissioning Authority + Building Enclosure  BECxP – Accredited Building Enclosure Commissioning Provider
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01412

Electrical Grounding and Bonding per the National Electrical Code

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 16-18, 2026 (D879)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
In this course, you will learn about specific facility grounding problems and their consequences, such as fires, electrocutions, and equipment damage. We'll discuss grounding problems experienced on systems 1000V or less and how to avoid them. You'll build a firm foundation of knowledge about grounding and bonding to help you successfully complete your next project.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00004

Electrical Systems Design for the Non-Electrical Engineer

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 14-18, 2026 (D638)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
  • Apr. 19-23, 2027 (E261)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
  • Sep. 13-17, 2027 (E262)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
  • Apr. 3-7, 2028 (E263)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $2,095
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
RA00066

Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 14-18, 2026 (E048)
    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
RA00263

Coordinated Fire Protection Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • 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
RA01547

The Commissioning Process for Delivering Quality Constructed Projects

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 21-25, 2026 (E206)
    Live Online
    $1,595
  • Feb. 22-26, 2027 (E209)
    Live Online
    $1,595
  • Jun. 7-9, 2027 (E173)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Learn why the Commissioning Process (CxP) provides consistent, cost-effective, and successful delivery of new buildings and constructed projects, and enhances the performance of existing buildings. Gain tools and techniques to incorporate this quality process from pre-design through the life of the facility. Highly valuable for all project team members, this course covers CxP goals, process steps, cost and benefits, case studies, and more.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00257
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