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Join us today and unlock your full potential for success in the rapidly changing world of engineering and technology. UW-Madison’s College of Engineering (COE) is a leading professional development organization dedicated to empowering engineers and technical professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their fields. We offer a wide range of cutting-edge courses designed to enhance professional growth and provide opportunities for career advancement. Our expert instructors, both faculty and industry veterans, deliver engaging and practical training sessions that bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise in a specific technical area, stay abreast of the latest industry trends, or broaden your skill set to adapt to evolving challenges, UW-Madison’s College of Engineering is your trusted partner in engineering professional development.

 

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Electrical Grounding and Bonding Per the National Electrical Code

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 24-26, 2025 (D543)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,395
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

Essentials of Drinking Water Treatment

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 24-26, 2025 (D545)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
  • Jun. 23-25, 2026 (D644)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
Clean and safe drinking water is one of the most important assets in any city or community. This course will provide you with a good working knowledge of current water regulations, technical principles, recent technology developments, and case study examples so you can improve your organization’s water treatment facilities, operations, and future projects.
Customizable
RA01015

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

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 24-25, 2025 (D678)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,325
  • Dec. 9-10, 2025 (D684)
    Live Online
    $1,325
This course offers advanced strategies specifically focused on shop floor operations, including cell design and scheduling techniques for high-mix, low-volume, and custom production environments. It addresses the complex challenges of managing variable product mixes and fluctuating production volumes.Course duration: Two days (In-person or Virtual).
Customizable
RA00057

Financial Analysis for Technical Professionals, Managers, and Planners New

Upcoming Dates
  • Jul. 11 - Aug. 22, 2025 (D737)
    Live Online
    $1,795
The goal of this course is to provide technical professionals, managers and planners with foundational understanding and skills in financial analysis to support the development and planning for projects, products and services.  Methods covered in this course are applicable to both – private industries and public / government service agencies.
Customizable
RA01421

Electrical Distribution Principles and Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Jul. 15-17, 2025 (D602)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
Expand your understanding of the fundamentals of AC electricity as applied to utility electric power distribution systems and recognize the fundamental principles involved in the operation of a three-phase electrical distribution system. Learn how to understand and perform electric circuit calculations, understand and apply distribution planning principles and engineering economics, and be able to select the proper conductors, cables, and transformers to use in a distribution system.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00533

Batteries for EV Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Aug. 12-14, 2025 (D720)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
Energy storage in batteries is rapidly evolving technology that is a critical component of xEV systems.  Learn the fundamentals of batteries: key parameters, performance metrics, sizing, safety, form factor, management (BMS), cost drivers, and second life.
Customizable
RA01816

QRM Business Process Optimization New Improving Support Operations with Advanced Cell Design

Upcoming Dates
  • Aug. 12-13, 2025 (D680)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,325
Focusing on business processes outside traditional manufacturing, this course targets support operations such as quoting, design, and order processing. It teaches how to implement office cells and optimize workflows to significantly reduce lead times and improve overall business performance. Course duration: Two days (In-person or Virtual).
Customizable
RA00058
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