Professional development

Academic programs and courses

• Degree and certificate programs
  Baccalaureate and graduate education
• Professional engineer refresher courses
  Courses that prepare you for the licensing exams: Fundamentals of Engineering Review (E.I.T.); refresher courses in civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering
• Programs for engineering professionals
  Certificate programs, other professional development opportunities
• College of Continuing Education
  Academic and enrichment opportunities
• UNITE Instructional Television
  Distance learning via the Internet
• University of Minnesota Rochester
  Degrees, certificates, and continuing education in technology, engineering, business

Other opportunities

Public lectures
The IT Public Lecture Series and the Distinguished Women Scientists and Engineers Speakers Program promote lifelong learning and encourage networking on campus. Lectures are free and open to the general public. Occasionally the visiting lecturer also gives a more technical presentation during the day to graduate students and faculty in the sponsoring department.

Departmental programs
IT departments sponsor various continuing education programs, such as short courses, seminars and colloquia, guest lectures, and other events. Contact the individual department for more information.

Research and training centers
IT administers or is affiliated with research centers and facilities whose programs include education, outreach, and partnerships with business and industry. Contact the individual centers directly for information.

Center for the Development of Technological Leadership (CDTL)
CDTL offers conferences, short courses, and other corporate programs.