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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Supervision and the Art of Supervising

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 6-8, 2026 (D905)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
  • Sep. 28-30, 2027 (E085)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Maintenance supervisors occupy one of the most influential roles in any organization. They don't simply supervise work—they transform organizational intent into operational results by leading people, developing capability, and driving execution. The Supervising Maintenance course equips maintenance supervisors and frontline leaders with the leadership knowledge, practical tools, and supervisory practices needed to transform organizational goals into daily execution. Participants learn how to lead people, improve team performance, communicate effectively, and develop practical action plans that strengthen both their leadership capability and the performance of their maintenance organization.
Customizable
RA01840

Data Center Mechanical and Electrical Design and Operation

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 13-15, 2026 (D763)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • 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

Managing Snow and Ice Control Operations

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 13-14, 2026 (E363)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,195
Learn how to effectively manage snow and ice control operations with practical strategies for plowing, deicing, and anti-icing across roads, sidewalks, and facilities. This course equips you to improve safety, reduce environmental impact, and optimize winter maintenance costs through smart planning and technology.
Customizable
RA00322

Nutrient Removal Engineering Phosphorus and Nitrogen in Wastewater Treatment

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 13 - Nov. 12, 2026 (E273)
    Live Online
    $1,695
Explore the principles and emerging practices of phosphorus and nitrogen removal in wastewater treatment, from nutrient removal fundamentals to advanced biological nutrient removal (BNR), anammox, biofilm systems, membranes, greenhouse gas considerations, and digital twins.
Customizable
RA01245

Fundamentals of Power Electronics

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 19-22, 2026 (E276)
    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
RA01185
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