The world generates massive amounts of data – equivalent to a billion two-hour movies on Netflix each year. In fact, the amount of data generated worldwide continues to increase exponentially. That’s a lot of information! …
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: EPD 614 Marketing for Technical Professionals
At the University of Wisconsin–Madison, we’re not content with the status quo. Our online master’s degree in engineering data analytics pushes boundaries, and our Marketing for Technical Professionals (EPD 614) course is no exception. Why …
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 …
Demystifying Data Roles: Data Engineer, Analytics Engineer and Data Analyst
Data engineer, analytics engineer, data analyst, data architect, data scientist, machine learning engineer: Navigating the landscape of data engineering roles can be complicated, even for those immersed in the field. Data science encompasses a wide …
The History and Evolution of Manufacturing
From desk lamps and hairbrushes to dining tables and bed frames, the manufacturing process has become so seamless that it can easily produce any item you need. For centuries, the manufacturing industry has driven economic …
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 …