Interdisciplinary Professional Programs
College of Engineering

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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    Critical Conversations Results-based Communication

    Upcoming Dates
    • May 19-20, 2027 (E187)
      Face-to-Face Madison, WI
      $1,695
    This course gives engineers and technical professionals a practical framework for having clear, honest, and productive conversations—especially when stakes are high or conflict is likely. Learn how to plan, deliver, and recover conversations using a proven model that supports better outcomes without damaging relationships.
    Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
    Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
    RA01567

    Total Productive Maintenance and Operator Driven Reliability

    Upcoming Dates
    • Sep. 22-23, 2027 (E084)
      Madison, WI or Live Online
      $1,595
    Unlock the full potential of your equipment and workforce with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Operator Driven Reliability (ODR). This course equips teams with the tools to drive sustainable performance improvements through planned and autonomous maintenance strategies.
    Customizable
    Discipline: Industrial
    Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
    RA01638

    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
    Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
    RA01259

    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
    Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
    RA01639

    Fundamentals of Confectionery Science and Technology Module 1-Sugar Confections

    Upcoming Dates
    • Start Anytime
      Online Anytime
      $695
    Increase your understanding of the fundamentals of sugar-based confections by understanding crystallization principles and sweetener properties to elevate product quality. This course provides actionable insights into improving candy texture, taste, and shelf-life while exploring advanced confectionery applications.
    Discipline: Industrial
    Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
    RA01056

    Self-Paced Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices

    Upcoming Dates
    • Start Anytime
      Online Anytime
      $1,795
    This course is also available in Spanish: Self-Paced Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices (Spanish) WebsiteMaster the principles of world-class maintenance and reliability at your own pace with this comprehensive, 13-module course. Learn how to reduce downtime, extend asset life, and build a culture of operational excellence through proven best practices.
    Discipline: Industrial
    Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
    RA01817
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