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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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QRM Introduction Fundamentals of Quick Response Manufacturing

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 5, 2026 (E050)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Apr. 24, 2026 (E052)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Jun. 18, 2026 (E053)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Aug. 6, 2026 (E054)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Oct. 22, 2026 (E056)
    Live Online
    $250
  • Dec. 1, 2026 (E057)
    Live Online
    $250
This introductory course provides a foundational understanding of Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM), emphasizing lead time reduction to enhance organizational competitiveness. Participants will explore key strategies for eliminating inefficiencies and fostering enterprise-wide improvements.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA18013

Maintaining Asphalt Pavements

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 9-10, 2026 (E117)
    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
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways, and Bridges
RA00315

Fundamentals of Power Electronics

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 9-12, 2026 (E077)
    Live Online
    $1,895
Power electronics plays a crucial role in modern technologies by enabling efficient control and conversion of electric power in devices and systems. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, connecting concepts from electronics, magnetics, energy conversion, and control systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electrification , EV and Hybrid Power, Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives
RA01185

Fundamentals of Substation Equipment and Control Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 10-12, 2026 (D770)
    Face-to-Face Lake Buena Vista, FL
    $1,895
  • May 12-14, 2026 (D896)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
  • Oct. 6-8, 2026 (D740)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
Explore the essential components of an electric substation and master the control and wiring diagrams that govern their operation. Guided by professional engineers with decades of experience, you'll learn start-up and troubleshooting procedures for substation equipment.
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electric Power Systems, Distribution and Low Voltage, Transmission
RA00509

Wisconsin Commercial Building Code Refresher

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 16-18, 2026 (D956)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $825/$595/$345
Get current, hands-on information to understand and use the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code (WCBC). Presented by UW–Madison and the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), this annual event is a valuable opportunity to learn the latest updates. Discover best practices to make your plan submittal process a success.
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Codes and Standards
RA00303

Using HEC-RAS to Model Bridges, Culverts, and Floodplains

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 20 - Mar. 27, 2026 (D999)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Sep. 18 - Oct. 23, 2026 (E001)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Feb. 19 - Mar. 26, 2027 (E002)
    Live Online
    $1,495
  • Sep. 17 - Oct. 22, 2027 (E003)
    Live Online
    $1,495
HEC-RAS training for basic river modeling, bridge modeling, and culvert modeling, as well as for mixed flow, multiple culverts, and bridge openings.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Water and Environmental, Stormwater, Rivers, and Groundwater
RA00353

The Commissioning Process for Delivering Quality Constructed Projects

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 23-27, 2026 (D978)
    Live Online
    $1,595
  • Apr. 20-22, 2026 (D981)
    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
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Commissioning
RA00257

Intermediate Power Electronics Power Converter Topologies, Modeling & Control

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 23-26, 2026 (E025)
    Live Online
    $1,995
Advance your understanding of power electronics by mastering converter topologies, modeling techniques, and control strategies critical for high-performance systems. This expert-led course combines theory, practical application, and hands-on learning to equip professionals with the skills to optimize modern power systems.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Electrification , Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives
RA00072

Essentials of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 23 - Mar. 30, 2026 (D821)
    Live Online
    $1,795
Learn how to apply Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to evaluate environmental impacts, support sustainability goals, and meet regulatory requirements. This course provides practical, industry-relevant training in LCA methods, tools, and applications—designed by professionals, for professionals.
Topic: Water and Environmental
RA00076
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