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Universal Technical Institute

About Universal Technical Institute

Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Phoenix, Universal Technical Institute's (NYSE: UTI) mission is to serve students, partners, and communities by providing quality education and support services for in-demand careers. Approximately 250,000 students have graduated from one of UTI's 15 campuses located across Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Texas.

UTI's campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), while its employer-aligned technical training programs are offered under four brands: Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) / Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI), NASCAR Technical Institute (NASCAR Tech), and MIAT College of Technology.

Available Programs

  • Motorcycle Mechanic

    Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) makes it easy to structure your training program as you prepare for your career. You’ll get the hands-on experience in state-of-the-industry technology and equipment as you train to perform routine service, diagnose mechanical and electrical systems, and make necessary repairs and replacement.

    Your first 18 weeks at MMI are spent learning the foundational knowledge of motorcycle technology with real hands-on experience from instructors who collectively offer decades of industry expertise. From there, students move on to specialized training created with one or more of six leading manufacturers.

    STEP 1: COMPLETE YOUR CORE TRAINING

    At MMI, you’ll start your motorcycle technician training with a strong core program that combines classroom preparation and hands-on experience. The Motorcycle Technician Prerequisite (MTP) program covers the key components of motorcycle technology and serves as a foundation for your professional development.

    STEP 2: CHOOSE ANY MANUFACTURER-SPECIFIC TRAINING PROGRAM

    Choose the program that meets your training and future career goals:

    • Harley-Davidson Late Model
    • Honda: HonTech
    • Yamaha: YamaPro®
    • Suzuki: FAST
    • Kawasaki: K-Tech Specialist
    • BMW Motorrad

  • Automotive Technology

    Learn by doing during your automotive mechanic training as you take on the maintenance and repair of both import and domestic vehicles. You'll work on everything from simple engine systems to power and performance machines. With UTI's Automotive Technology program, you'll earn credit toward professional automotive mechanic certifications, gain industry-related experience and prepare yourself for an in-demand career that fits your passion.

    In less than a year, you could be a trained automotive technician*7. It all starts with completing a core program at one of our auto mechanic schools. These foundational courses build your base knowledge from the ground up, teaching you how to diagnose, maintain and repair domestic and foreign vehicles like a true automotive professional. From here, you can move on to Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training courses*15.

    Our campuses feature a blended learning model, which combines instructor-led online training with hands-on application in the lab*18. This training provides more flexibility for you as a student and also prepares you for the type of training you’ll experience in the field.

    While our Automotive Technology program is not an online mechanic school, students typically spend about half their day completing online coursework and about half in the lab.

    Disclosure

    7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.

    8) UTI now offers all of its automotive, diesel, motorcycle and marine technician training in a blended learning format consisting of online lecture courses along with in-person, hands-on lab training.

    15) Manufacturer-paid advanced training programs are conducted by UTI on behalf of manufacturers who determine acceptance criteria and conditions. These programs are not part of UTI’s accreditation. Programs available at select locations.

    Austin, TX

    301 W. Howard Lane

    Austin,

    TX
    78753

    Avondale, AZ

    10695 West Pierce Street, Suite 100

    Avondale,

    AZ
    85323

    Bloomfield, NJ

    1515 Broad Street

    Bloomfield,

    NJ
    07003

    Dallas Fort Worth, TX

    5151 Regent Boulevard

    Irving,

    TX
    75063

    Exton, PA

    750 Pennsylvania Drive

    Exton,

    PA
    19341

    Houston, TX

    721 Lockhaven Drive

    Houston,

    TX
    77073

    Lisle, IL

    2611 Corporate West Drive

    Lisle,

    IL
    60532

    Long Beach, CA

    4175 East Conant Street

    Long Beach,

    CA
    90808

    Miramar, FL

    2601 SW 145th Avenue

    Miramar,

    FL
    33027

    Orlando, FL

    2202 West Taft - Vineland Road

    Orlando,

    FL
    32837

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA

    9494 Haven Avenue

    Rancho Cucamonga,

    CA
    91730

    Sacramento, CA

    4100 Duckhorn Drive

    Sacramento,

    CA
    95834

  • Diesel Technology

    In less than a year(7) you could train to be a diesel technician. It all starts with completing a core diesel program. These foundational courses build your base knowledge from the ground up, teaching you how to diagnose, repair, and replace like a true big engine professional. From here, you can move on to specialized advanced training on diesel trucks and engines from leading brands.

    The Diesel program follows a blended learning model, which includes a mix of online instructor-led training with hands-on application in the lab(18). This allows students to experience what training is like in the workforce and offers more flexibility with schedules.

    UTI is not an online diesel mechanic school, but students will spend about half of a typical six-hour day on online coursework. The other half is typically spent in the lab.

    Disclosure

    7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.

    18) UTI now offers all of its automotive, diesel, motorcycle and marine technician training in a blended learning format consisting of online lecture courses along with in-person, hands-on lab training.

    Austin, TX

    301 W. Howard Lane

    Austin,

    TX
    78753

    Avondale, AZ

    10695 West Pierce Street, Suite 100

    Avondale,

    AZ
    85323

    Bloomfield, NJ

    1515 Broad Street

    Bloomfield,

    NJ
    07003

    Dallas Fort Worth, TX

    5151 Regent Boulevard

    Irving,

    TX
    75063

    Exton, PA

    750 Pennsylvania Drive

    Exton,

    PA
    19341

    Houston, TX

    721 Lockhaven Drive

    Houston,

    TX
    77073

    Lisle, IL

    2611 Corporate West Drive

    Lisle,

    IL
    60532

    Long Beach, CA

    4175 East Conant Street

    Long Beach,

    CA
    90808

    Miramar, FL

    2601 SW 145th Avenue

    Miramar,

    FL
    33027

    Orlando, FL

    2202 West Taft - Vineland Road

    Orlando,

    FL
    32837

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA

    9494 Haven Avenue

    Rancho Cucamonga,

    CA
    91730

    Sacramento, CA

    4100 Duckhorn Drive

    Sacramento,

    CA
    95834

  • Collision Repair & Refinish Technology

    Accidents happen on the roadways, and trained auto body technicians are needed to fix the damage. UTI's certified instructors bring real-world industry experience to teach you the skills needed to reshape and restore a wide range of vehicles. Universal Technical Institute’s Collision Repair & Refinish Technology (CRRT) program was developed in close partnership with I-CAR, the provider of collision repair training standards as defined by the industry, including car manufacturers, insurance companies and employers.

    Refinish technicians, also known as automotive painters or paint technicians, are trained to mix and apply paint to the surface of a vehicle and help restore it to pre-accident condition.

    To learn how to paint cars, most automotive painters go through some sort of formal training and education to gain the skills they need. Attending a program at a trade school can be the best place to start for those interested in the career path.

    Automotive Painting Courses

    UTI’s CRRT program features several auto body repair courses, including ones that cover how to refinish and paint vehicles:

    • Introduction to Refinishing: Students learn procedures for paint removal.
    • Vehicle Preparation for Painting: This course covers color characteristics, mixing paint from vehicle codes and obtaining blendable matches.
    • Finish Applications: In this course, the principles of blending are covered, as well as how to identify and solve paint application/finish problems.
    • Skills Application: Training from previous courses is applied; students apply paint to panels and final details to restore vehicles to like-new condition.
    • Custom Paint Fundamentals: Airbrush techniques and special-effect paint techniques are covered in this course.

    While the CRRT program does not specifically teach car painting, students learn fundamentals and gain experience that they could apply to a career as a paint technician once they graduate.

    Houston, TX

    721 Lockhaven Drive

    Houston,

    TX
    77073

    Long Beach, CA

    4175 East Conant Street

    Long Beach,

    CA
    90808

    Sacramento, CA

    4100 Duckhorn Drive

    Sacramento,

    CA
    95834

  • Wind Turbine Technician

    Nowadays, more and more emphasis is being placed on generating energy with cost-efficient, environmentally friendly sources. This has created a variety of career avenues that can be pursued in the energy industry. In just 30 weeks, students in the Wind Turbine Technician training program gain the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to become wind turbine technician(1).

    Wind turbine technicians inspect and service wind turbine towers. This is typically done by climbing a ladder inside the turbine or riding an elevator to the desired working height. In some cases, they’re lifted by helicopter!

    Students in this program learn the skills they need to feel confident working in entry-level positions. Most of our grads start out working as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles. As with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with hard work. Some entry-level and advanced roles could include(77):

    Entry-level

    • Wind Turbine Technician
    • Installation Technician
    • Field Service Technician

    Advanced

    • Troubleshooting Technician
    • LOTO I & II Specialist
    • Wind Farm Support Specialist
    • Electrical Engineer
    • Environmental Engineer
    • Materials Engineer

    Disclosure

    1) UTI and MIAT are educational institutions and cannot guarantee employment or salary.

    77) UTI and MIAT are educational institutions and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI and MIAT prepare graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. Graduates’ achievements may vary. Some graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.

    Lisle, IL

    2611 Corporate West Drive

    Lisle,

    IL
    60532

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA

    9494 Haven Avenue

    Rancho Cucamonga,

    CA
    91730

  • Robotics and Automation Technician

    The Robotics & Automation program is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers like robotics and automation technician, control systems technician, and maintenance technician, just to name a few.

    Some of the course topics include:

    • Manufacturing Systems and Technology
    • Applied Physics and Precision Measuring
    • Industrial Robotics
    • Industrial Networking
    • C Programming
    • 3D Printing
    • Computer-Aided Design
    • Programmable Logic Controllers
    • DC and AC Electricity
    • Electronics
    • Instrumentation and Control
    • Troubleshooting

    Exton, PA

    750 Pennsylvania Drive

    Exton,

    PA
    19341

    Lisle, IL

    2611 Corporate West Drive

    Lisle,

    IL
    60532

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA

    9494 Haven Avenue

    Rancho Cucamonga,

    CA
    91730

Accreditation

Each UTI school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. www.accsc.org

Campus Locations

Austin, TX

301 W. Howard Lane

Austin,

TX
78753

Avondale, AZ

10695 West Pierce Street, Suite 100

Avondale,

AZ
85323

Bloomfield, NJ

1515 Broad Street

Bloomfield,

NJ
07003

Dallas Fort Worth, TX

5151 Regent Boulevard

Irving,

TX
75063

Exton, PA

750 Pennsylvania Drive

Exton,

PA
19341

Houston, TX

721 Lockhaven Drive

Houston,

TX
77073

Lisle, IL

2611 Corporate West Drive

Lisle,

IL
60532

Long Beach, CA

4175 East Conant Street

Long Beach,

CA
90808

Miramar, FL

2601 SW 145th Avenue

Miramar,

FL
33027

Orlando, FL

2202 West Taft - Vineland Road

Orlando,

FL
32837

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

9494 Haven Avenue

Rancho Cucamonga,

CA
91730

Sacramento, CA

4100 Duckhorn Drive

Sacramento,

CA
95834

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