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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Designing Electrical Overhead Distribution Lines

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 14-16, 2026 (D875)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
Master the design of electrical overhead distribution lines with hands-on exercises grounded in real-world scenarios and the latest National Electrical Safety Code® (NESC) updates. This course equips engineers with the technical, legal, and safety knowledge needed to design reliable and compliant overhead systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00002

QRM Shop Floor Mastery Cell Design and Scheduling for High-Mix, Low-Volume, and Custom Production

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 15-16, 2026 (E062)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Oct. 20-21, 2026 (E063)
    Live Online
    $1,495
Elevate your shop floor operations with advanced strategies in cell design and scheduling tailored for high-mix, low-volume, and custom manufacturing environments. This course combines Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles with the innovative POLCA system to optimize production flow and reduce lead times.
Customizable
RA00057

Landfill Gas Design and Management

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 15-17, 2026 (D823)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
Unlock the full potential of landfill gas systems by mastering the design, management, and recovery techniques that turn waste into a revenue-generating resource. This course equips engineers with the tools to optimize emissions control, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive sustainable innovation.
RA01833

Electrical Systems Design for the Non-Electrical Engineer

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 20-24, 2026 (D637)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,995
  • Sep. 14-18, 2026 (D638)
    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

Supply Chain Analytics

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 21-22, 2026 (E119)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
While 91% of organizations surveyed by APQC indicated use of analytics as effective or very effective, 39% lack people with the necessary skills to perform the required analysis. In this hands-on course, participants with varying technical proficiency will gain a better understanding of how to apply advanced data methods to help solve their supply chain and operations challenges.
Customizable
RA00109

Principles of AC Machine Design

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 21-23, 2026 (E044)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,875
AC electrical machine design is a key skill set for developing competitive electric motors and generators for applications in industry, aerospace, and defense. In this intensive course, you will learn terminology and analysis for new products or refining existing design.
Discipline: Electrical
RA01413

Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician

Upcoming Dates
  • Apr. 21-23, 2026 (D945)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
  • May 11-13, 2027 (E079)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Prepare your maintenance team for CMRT certification with a hands-on course built around the SMRP Body of Knowledge. This program equips technicians and leaders with the practical skills, strategic alignment, and confidence needed to pass the exam and drive reliability excellence.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA00022
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