Power Conversion & Control Capstone
Capstone Certificate in Power Conversion and Control
Is this program right for you?
The Capstone Certificate in Power Conversion and Control is ideal for practicing engineers who want to deepen their expertise in power electronics, motor drives, and control systems. Delivered in a flexible, interactive online format, this program builds practical skills and can serve as a pathway to a master’s in electrical power engineering.
- Advance your knowledge of power electronics, drives, and control systems
- Learn from experienced faculty in UW–Madison’s industry-connected WEMPEC group
- Complete 9 credits in one year through a fully online, flexible capstone certificate
- Apply credits toward the Electrical & Computer Engineering: Power MS degree
Education that works for you
This 100% online electrical engineering certificate lets you develop advanced technical skills without interrupting your career. Complete three courses in one year and keep moving forward — professionally or academically.
Program type
Capstone certificate
Certificate awarded
Capstone Certificate in Power Conversion and Control
Commitment
1-2 years
Tuition
$1,600 per credit
Tuition detailsFormat
Online
Credits
9 graduate-level credits
Admission terms
Program admits for fall, spring and summer terms
STEM opt eligible
No
Supports F-1 Visa
No
Learn moreApplication deadlines
Summer 2026
- Deadline: June 1, 2026
Fall 2026
- Deadline: August 1, 2026
Spring 2027
- Deadline: December 1, 2026
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Program requirements
Application materials required
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Power Conversion & Control Capstone
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What you’ll learn
Master key concepts in power conversion, electric drives, and system controls. Courses build hands-on skills for analyzing circuits, improving performance, and solving applied challenges in electrical power engineering.
- Principles of power electronic circuits
- Design and control of electric drive systems
- Solid-state power conversion
- Feedback and dynamic system control
- AC and DC motor control
- Control system modeling and analysis
- Foundations of electrical power systems
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