When contemplating the pursuit of an online degree, a common concern arises: What will the online classroom experience be like? If you’ve had any less-than-stellar experiences with online learning in the past, rest assured that …
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3 Reasons Electives Are Essential in UW–Madison’s Online Data Analytics Master’s Program
If you have a passion for collecting and analyzing data to improve a product or program’s functionality, you might have your mind set on a career in data analytics. While you’ve probably narrowed down your …
8 Tips to Prepare for Online Engineering Classes
The journey to securing admission to a graduate-level engineering program is certainly no small feat. It involves diligently researching engineering programs across the nation, submitting applications, and eagerly anticipating the universities’ decisions. Yet, each step …
Course Spotlight: Theory and Control of Synchronous Machines
In recent years, electrical and computer engineering has seen a significant shift toward sustainability and efficient energy systems. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in power engineering, staying updated on modern power generation and …
Which Engineering Program Is Right for Me?
Whether you’re searching for a program that will accelerate your current career path or pivoting from your current specialty into an exciting new role in the engineering industry, the University of Wisconsin–Madison offers multiple online …
How Power Grid Resilience Can Save the Day in a Natural Disaster
As our climate patterns become increasingly unpredictable, our power grids have been put to the test by natural disasters. Between 2003 and 2012, 679 weather-related outages occurred in the United States, caused by catastrophes like …
6 Reasons Earning an Advanced Engineering Degree at UW Madison Is Different
Picture this: After careful consideration, you’ve concluded that returning to school to earn an online graduate credential in engineering is the perfect fit for you. Congratulations! The next step involves choosing a university with programs …
The Future of Engineering: Advancing Diversity
Engineering is about progress: working toward a brighter future. And in so many ways, the industry reflects these ideals. Every year, there seems to be a technological advancement that makes the world stop and stare. …