University of Wisconsin–Madison

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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Electrical Distribution Principles and Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Jul. 13-15, 2027 (E432)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,895
Master the core principles of AC electricity and three-phase distribution systems to enhance your ability to design, operate, and troubleshoot utility-scale electrical networks. This course blends theory with hands-on problem-solving to help you make informed decisions about conductors, transformers, protection systems, and planning strategies.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
RA00533

Global Leadership for Technical Teams

Upcoming Dates
  • Aug. 17-18, 2027 (E015)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Managing global technical teams requires more than just time zone coordination—it demands cultural fluency, virtual leadership, and the right tools. This course equips engineers and project leaders with the skills to lead diverse, distributed teams with confidence and clarity.
Customizable
RA00042

Total Productive Maintenance and Operator Driven Reliability

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 22-23, 2027 (E084)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
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
RA01638

Future Combustion Fuels for Mobility

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 19-21, 2027 (E013)
    Live Online
    $1,995
As battery-based powertrains face limitations in certain mobility sectors, renewable combustion fuels are emerging as a viable low-carbon alternative. This course equips engineers with the technical and economic insights needed to evaluate, compare, and apply future fuel options for internal combustion systems.
Customizable
RA00026

Design of Experiments in Minitab

Upcoming Dates
  • Start Anytime
    Online Anytime
    $295
Advance your skills in Design of Experiments (DOE) by learning how to apply full and fractional factorial designs using Minitab. This hands-on course empowers engineers to optimize processes and make data-driven decisions through structured experimentation.
Customizable
RA00048

Supply Chain Management

Upcoming Dates
  • Start Anytime
    Online Anytime
    $295
Master the fundamentals of supply chain management and learn how to align logistics strategies with business goals. This three-day asynchronous course equips engineers and operations professionals with practical tools to optimize capacity, inventory, and service levels for maximum efficiency.
Customizable
Discipline: Industrial
RA01822

Work Management for Maintenance and Reliability

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Master the 10 essential maintenance work processes that drive reliability and operational excellence through structured workflows and RACI-based accountability. This interactive course equips professionals with the tools to build, implement, and continuously improve world-class work management systems.
Customizable
RA01839
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