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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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Understanding Plumbing Systems in Commercial Buildings

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 8-10, 2027 (E112)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
This course provides a comprehensive overview of plumbing systems in commercial buildings, covering design, installation, and operation of water, waste, storm, and specialty systems. Participants will gain the knowledge needed to interpret codes, coordinate with other trades, and address complex plumbing challenges in specialized facilities.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01520

Coordinated Fire Protection Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 8-10, 2027 (E410)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,395
This course equips engineers and project teams with the knowledge to design and coordinate sprinkler and fire alarm systems in compliance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 72. Learn how to integrate detection and suppression systems effectively while navigating code requirements, system tradeoffs, and emerging technologies.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01547

Upgrading, Maintaining, and Repairing Parking Structures

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

Extend the life of your parking structures with practical strategies for inspection, maintenance, and repair. This course equips you with the tools to assess conditions, select the right materials, and implement effective rehabilitation techniques.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00288

Understanding Building Mechanical Systems

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

Demystify HVAC&R systems and gain the confidence to collaborate effectively with designers, contractors, and vendors on new builds or system upgrades. This course delivers practical, non-technical insights into how mechanical systems are selected, installed, and optimized for performance.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00332

Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

Gain hands-on experience in testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance, comfort, and energy efficiency. This course combines classroom instruction with real-world labs using professional TAB equipment to build practical skills you can apply immediately.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA00263

HVAC Design and Analysis

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

Advance your HVAC expertise with hands-on design, analysis, and system layout skills essential for modern building systems. This course bridges theory and application, equipping engineers with the tools to size, select, and specify HVAC components using real-world standards and software..
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01589

HVAC Applications

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

Explore how HVAC systems are applied across a wide range of specialized facilities—from hospitals and data centers to museums and indoor agriculture. This intermediate course builds on HVAC fundamentals to help engineers design and evaluate systems that meet complex performance, safety, and environmental requirements.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01649

Facilities Project Budgets and Construction Cost Estimates

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.

This course gives engineers and project managers the tools to confidently develop, evaluate, and defend construction budgets and cost estimates. Learn how to anticipate cost drivers, manage change, and align financial planning with technical project execution.
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Facilities and Building Systems, Building Design, Construction and Systems
RA01548
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