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ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Get trained in our Robotics & Automation program, which is coming to the Universal Technical Institute campus in Lisle, Illinois! Being a robotics and automation technician means using robots to help automate tasks, as well as working alongside engineers to integrate, maintain and troubleshoot robotic work cells and automated systems.
Interested in robotics and automation? With our program, you could prepare for a career in an exciting field in just 51 weeks.1
What Makes Robotics Technician Training Different With Us?
- Connections with employers1
- Complete the program in just 51 weeks
- No prior experience needed
- Hands-on learning that mirrors real-world experience18
ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION COURSES IN LISLE, IL
Because our courses are designed to build your knowledge from the ground up, no prior experience is needed for our Robotics & Automation Technician training program. Here are some of the courses students can take (course titles and descriptions are subject to change):
Manufacturing Systems and Technology
Students gain knowledge of technology used in the field of manufacturing. Students acquire an understanding of safety, automation processes, types and uses of industrial robots, machine tools and various other equipment used within the field of automation. Students are evaluated based on their knowledge through testing and lab projects.
Programmable Logic Controllers
Students use obtained knowledge from prior course content to build their programming foundations to an industrial control level. Programming is explored in reference to industry-specific control applications like manufacturing and process control, along with additional practical applications. Students are required to demonstrate their knowledge and skills by completing lab projects that are further developed for future applications in this program.
Industrial Robotics
Students gain knowledge of industrial robotic systems, programming methods, safety and maintenance. Students explore robot operations, frame setup, program writing/execution/modification, robot integration and system troubleshooting. The programming of these robots is done hands-on with equipment that mirrors the industry, as well as with simulation software just like the kind used in the field.18 Students demonstrate operation, programming and troubleshooting of industrial robots and are evaluated based on their knowledge through testing and lab projects.
Computer-Aided Design
Students gain basic knowledge of computer-aided design software and mechanical drawings. This course covers 2D and 3D designs, symbols, lines, types of views, title block information, dimensioning and tolerances. Students work with a variety of technical tooling practices to replicate components, create models for application and design drawing layouts based on drawing standards. Students bring these designs to life using additive manufacturing equipment, which they will work hands-on with to prepare both the file and equipment for printing. Software parameters and equipment settings are discussed and practiced as students test their abilities to meet specified criteria for design and editing.
Other topics covered include:
- Industrial Networking
- Mechanical Systems
- Metrology
- Electricity and Electronics
- Instrumentation and Control
- Troubleshooting
ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN LISLE, IL
Robotics and automation technician training can offer a number of career paths to pursue. 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
- Robotics & Automation Technician
- Control Systems Technician
- Maintenance Technician
Advanced
- Instrumentation and Controls Technician
- Service Technician III
- Senior Maintenance Technician
- Process Control Tech
- Product Tech Specialist
- Test Engineering Technician
- System Integrator
- Robotics Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Control Engineer
- Automation Program Manager
With the bustling city of Chicago nearby, UTI Lisle can be a great place to train and work! According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for robotics and automation technicians in the Chicago area was $108,230 in May 2022.59 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
Photo from MIAT College of Technology campus. Program coming to UTI Lisle.
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ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION TRAINING NEAR ME
With Chicago just 27 miles away, UTI’s Lisle campus location offers plenty of entertainment while you train. Plus, you can find things to do right in Lisle with a beautiful downtown district, the Morton Arboretum and the multimillion-dollar Benedictine University Sports Complex! And most importantly, the UTI campus in Lisle equips students with knowledge and hands-on experience to help prepare them for entry-level careers in the robotics and automation industry.1
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