16 Common Types of Welding Defects
Learn to identify 16 common welding defects, including porosity, cracks, undercut and spatter. Understand what causes each defect in welding work.
Single vs. Three-Phase Power: Key Differences and Best Uses
Explore single-phase vs. three-phase power, the key differences between them and how hands-on training can put you on the path toward an electrical pro career.
How To Read Electrical Schematics: A Technician’s Guide
How to read electrical schematics: Understand the basics, why they matter and how hands-on training can prepare you for an electrical career.
Why the Skilled Trades Shortage is Creating Opportunities
A nationwide skilled trades shortage means demand, competitive pay and job security. Here's how you can train for a trade career with UTI today.
What Employers are Looking for in Trade School Grads
Find out what top employers look for in trade school grads — and how UTI helps students gain the skills and mindset to stand out and get hired.
How To Talk to Your Parents About Trade School
Want to go to trade school, but your parents aren’t sold? Here’s how to explain your choice, show them the facts and get them on board.
GFCI vs. AFCI: Differences and Uses
Learn the key differences in GFCI vs. AFCI, how each protects circuits and how electrical training can get you career-ready.
Electrician Apprenticeship vs. Trade School: Time, Cost and Career Paths
Compare an electrician apprenticeship and trade school. See time, cost, careers and how UTI’s one-year training prepares entry-level techs.
A Day in the Life of a UTI Welding Student
Curious about welding school? Discover what a typical day looks like for a UTI welding student — from hands-on training to career-focused learning.
5 UTI Graduate Success Stories: From the Classroom to Career
Discover how UTI grads turned hands-on training into real careers in auto, welding, HVAC, aviation and more. Their success stories start here!