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TRAIN AT OUR TRADE SCHOOL IN LISLE
At our trade school campus in Lisle, Illinois, we prepare students for careers in fields with strong demand, including automotive, diesel and welding.1 In addition, we offer programs focused on wind turbine, robotics and automation, and industrial maintenance. You’ll train in hands-on labs18 while learning from passionate instructors with valuable industry experience, and you’ll graduate with skills today’s employers look for.
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CORE PROGRAMS OFFERED
Our vocational school programs build your knowledge from the ground up. No matter which program you choose, UTI’s training can teach you the knowledge you need to prepare for a career.
Automotive Mechanic Training in Lisle, IL
If working on cars for a living sounds like an exciting career to you, consider enrolling in the Automotive Technology program at UTI Lisle, which is about 27 miles from downtown Chicago. In just 51 weeks, you’ll learn everything from simple engine systems to complex electronic systems and technology. As a graduate from the Lisle campus, you earn a diploma and are prepared to test to become ASE certified.
Diesel Mechanic Training in Lisle, IL
UTI Lisle also offers the 45-week Diesel Technology program, where you’ll learn how to diagnose, repair and replace like a true big-engine professional. Your coursework will cover a wide variety of topics, from engine service and repair to hydraulic and electronic systems. Upon completion of the program, you earn a diploma and are prepared to complete ASE examinations.
Welding Training in Lisle, IL
With UTI’s Welding Technology training program, you can train for the industry in less than nine months. Developed in conjunction with Lincoln Electric, your courses cover everything from welding safety guidelines to pipe welding and various types of welding processes.
Industrial Maintenance Training in Lisle, IL
Want to work on machinery that powers some of our most essential industries? In the Industrial Maintenance Technician (IMT) program, you’ll get hands-on experience doing exactly that. Your courses will cover important topics like industrial heating and cooling, steam and gas turbines, and DC and AC basic electricity as you prepare for careers in industries like gas, coal, nuclear and solar.
Robotics & Automation Training in Lisle, IL
As a Robotics & Automation student, you’ll get a chance to study 3D design and manufacturing, industrial networking, and digital electronics and circuits. This program builds your knowledge from the ground up, so no prior experience is required.
Wind Turbine Training in Lisle, IL
If you’re looking for a career full of adventure, consider the wind energy industry. The Wind Turbine Technician training program gives you the opportunity to learn how to work on wind turbines hands-on, giving you the real world skills today’s industry requires. Your courses will cover everything from renewable energy sources and advanced electrical theory to climb and rescue.
SPECIALTY TRAINING PROGRAMS OFFERED
EARN YOUR EDUCATION HERE
Take a look at the credentials you can earn as a graduate from some of the programs at our UTI Lisle campus.
Credit Toward ASE Certification
A graduate of UTI’s Automotive and Diesel programs accredited by the ASE Education Foundation can substitute his or her training for one year of work experience toward ASE’s two-year work requirement.
Diplomas Awarded
All graduates receive diplomas.
UTI LISLE CAMPUS LOCATION
Our trade school campus offers easy access from major highways. It’s also within driving distance to all that Chicago has to offer, including Chicagoland Speedway, music venues, sports and other attractions.
2611 Corporate West Drive
Lisle, Illinois 60532
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
630-529-2662 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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HELPING YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
At UTI, our priority is making sure our students have everything they need to prepare to reach their goals. Here’s how we strive to give you the support you need.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Trade school programs typically take around two years or less to complete. At UTI, most of our programs take less than a year:7
- Automotive Technology: 51 weeks
- Diesel Technology: 45 weeks
- Welding Technology: 36 weeks
- Industrial Maintenance: 30 weeks*
- Robotics & Automation: 51 weeks*
- Wind Turbine: 30 weeks*
*Programs coming to UTI.
Yes, students can work and attend school if needed. Our Career Services team can help identify local job openings based on a student’s schedule.
No, our curriculum does not require prior experience and is specifically designed to teach the skills necessary to pursue a career as a entry-level technician.
Graduates earn either a diploma or Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) degree, depending on the program and campus, with the possibility of additional credentials.
While not separate classes, math and science aligned with the learning skills are incorporated into the course teachings, along with industry terminology that technicians need to succeed.
UTI follows a blended learning model, which includes a mix of online instructor-led training with hands-on application in the lab.18 This type of training is modeled after what’s used in the industry today and can provide more flexibility for students.
UTI’s core programs follow this style, except for Welding, Collision Repair & Refinish Technology, and CNC Machining. These programs follow a hands-on learning model.