Train To Become an Auto Mechanic in Salt Lake City With UTI
Our Automotive & EV Technician program at our Utah campus is designed to help prepare students for a career in the industry, focusing on diagnostics, repair and maintenance.1 Learn skills needed to perform work on a range of vehicles, including hybrid and electric.
VA benefits are not currently available for this program.
Why Choose UTI for Automotive Training in Salt Lake City?
The Salt Lake City campus can be a great place to train as an auto technician. Some reasons include:
- Hands-on labs with industry tools and tech.18
- 12 months to graduate.7
- Career services available, including job search assistance.
- Prep for ASE certification.
- Passionate instructors with real-world experience.
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Automotive Skills Students Can Learn
The courses at our auto mechanic school in Salt Lake City are designed to teach skills relevant to the industry. Courses in the program include:
- Introduction to Automotive Physical Science: Engine Design & Function
- Introduction to Automotive Physical Science: Undercar Systems
- Manual Transmissions
- Automatic Transmissions
- Automotive Steering & Suspension Systems
- Physical Science Principles: Electrical Fundamentals
- Electrical Fundamentals II
- Electrical Applications
- Networking Essentials
- Advanced Electrical Diagnosis (ADAS)
- Automotive Braking Systems
- Automotive Drivability Systems and Service
- Engine Performance
- Advanced Technology/Hybrid & Service Advising
- Battery Electric Vehicle Technology
- Technician Job Readiness
- Technology Principles of HVAC & Consumer Communication
Automotive Credentials and Certifications in Salt Lake City, UT
Graduates of our auto mechanic training in Salt Lake City earn an associate of occupational studies (AOS) degree in Automotive & EV Technology.
Students are taught skills and concepts that can help them prepare to take Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exams. Additionally, graduates can apply their auto training toward one of the two years of experience required to take the tests.
Automotive Career Outlook & Opportunities in Salt Lake City
Graduates of UTI’s auto mechanic school in Salt Lake City are prepared for entry-level positions. With experience and hard work, technicians may be able to advance into more specialized roles over time. Some entry-level and advanced roles could include:77
Entry-level
- Automotive technician
- Service writer
- Smog inspector
- Parts associate
- Quick service technician
Advanced
- Service manager
- Diagnostic technician
- Fleet technician
- Shop owner
Exact job opportunities can vary by local demand. We have a Career Services team that can assist you in searching for roles in the Salt Lake City area.
Experience the UTI Salt Lake City Campus
Students attending UTI’s Salt Lake City campus are in the Salt Lake City Metro area, which is a great hub with demand for automotive technicians.
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Frequently Asked Questions
UTI’s Utah campus is located in West Jordan, which is considered part of the Salt Lake City Metro area.
Our Automotive & EV Technician program can be completed in just 12 months, allowing you to learn skills for the workforce quickly.
Our auto mechanic training in Salt Lake City can help you prepare to test for ASE certifications, which are a gold standard in the industry.
Class schedules can vary by campus, program and start date. Students interested in training at our Salt Lake City campus should contact us to confirm current scheduling options, including whether evening classes are available.
At UTI Salt Lake City, there is a dedicated Financial Aid team who can walk you through available funding options you may be eligible for, answer questions about the process, and help you apply for resources such as grants, scholarships and student loans to see what you may qualify for.10
No prior automotive experience is required to enroll. Many students begin training with little to no background in the industry. UTI Salt Lake City’s Automotive program is designed to teach foundational knowledge from the ground up.
Yes. Prospective students are welcome to visit the Salt Lake City campus to explore the classrooms, training labs and learning environments firsthand.
Automotive mechanic school focuses on classroom instruction and hands-on lab training designed to help students build foundational skills and technical knowledge. An automotive apprenticeship is typically paid, on-the-job training where apprentices learn directly in a working shop environment under experienced technicians.