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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Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 25-26, 2027 (E086)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
Master the critical processes and strategies for effective maintenance planning and scheduling to reduce downtime, control costs, and achieve operational excellence. This course provides practical tools to develop robust workflows, optimize schedules, and track KPIs and metrics for continuous improvement.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01259

National Electrical Safety Code

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 26-28, 2027 (E433)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,695
Gain an essential and comprehensive understanding of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC®) and the expertise to apply its rules confidently in real-world scenarios. This course equips engineers and utility professionals with the knowledge to design, operate, and maintain electrical systems that meet the latest safety and compliance standards.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00008

CMMS Setup and Utilization

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 27-28, 2027 (E078)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,595
Unlock the full potential of your Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) by learning how to configure, implement, and sustain it for long-term success. This course provides practical strategies to improve asset performance, streamline maintenance operations, and make data-driven decisions.
Discipline: Industrial
RA01639

Advanced World-Class Storeroom Principles

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 2-4, 2027 (E088)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
A reliable maintenance organization depends on having the right material, in the right condition, at the right place, at the right time, and at the right cost. When storeroom data, inventory practices, purchasing processes, or material flow break down, maintenance work slows, costs rise, and equipment reliability suffers. The Materials Management seminar equips storeroom, purchasing, maintenance, and reliability professionals with the strategic practices, tactical processes, and practical tools needed to improve material availability while controlling inventory investment. Participants learn how to strengthen data accuracy, optimize stocking decisions, improve procurement and storeroom workflows, and build a customized improvement plan for their site.
RA01835

Principles and Practices of Mechanical Integrity for Industrial Refrigeration Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 3-5, 2027 (E036)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
  • Nov. 1-3, 2028 (E070)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,695
Master the principles and practices of mechanical integrity (MI) to ensure the safety and reliability of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems. This course equips engineers with the knowledge to comply with regulatory requirements, conduct inspections, and mitigate mechanical integrity risks effectively.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA01096

Data Center Mechanical and Electrical Design and Operation

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 16-18, 2027 (E411)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the mechanical and electrical systems that support modern data centers, including HVAC, power distribution, and IT infrastructure. Participants will learn to design, operate, and maintain data centers with a focus on energy efficiency, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.
Discipline: Electrical, Mechanical
RA01524

Continuous Improvement

Upcoming Dates
  • Start Anytime
    Online Anytime
    $295
Unlock the power of continuous improvement to drive productivity, quality, and innovation in manufacturing. This course equips engineers with practical tools and lean strategies to identify inefficiencies and lead sustainable change.
RA01826
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