Robotics School Near Irvine, California

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Have you been looking for a robotics and automation school? Curious about where you can learn more about building, automating and managing robots? At Universal Technical Institute (UTI), we offer a electrical, robotics and automation technician training to help you gain the skills needed to pursue a career!1

Robotics Training Near Irvine, California

UTI has relationships with industry leaders in the robotics field. With their collaboration, we designed the robotics training to incorporate state-of-the-industry tech, methods and theories to provide students with an education that mirrors what can be found in the field.

This path is available as a 12-month Electrical, Robotics & Automation Technology diploma program or the 19-month Electrical, Robotics & Automation Management Technology degree program. Each one teaches skills such as 3D printing, applied physics and precision measuring, computer-aided design, foundational programming, DC and AC electricity, electronics, industrial networking, industrial robotics and so much more!

Robotics Courses Offered

Get hands-on training at our California trade school with instructors who have years of experience they’re ready to share! Our robotics program was also designed to fit industry needs. This means that our grads are prepared to test for certifications that they may want to pursue.

Our electrical, robotics and automation courses include:

  • Introduction to Technical Trades
  • Applied Math and Measuring Tools
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Electrical Applications
  • DC Electrical Theory
  • AC Electrical Theory
  • Advanced Electrical and Controls
  • Electrical and Electronics Troubleshooting
  • Programmable Logic Controllers
  • Computers and Networking
  • Computer Aided Design
  • Advanced Programming
  • Foundation Programming
  • Instrumentation and Control
  • Hydraulics & Pneumatics
  • Industrial Robotics
  • Mechanical Systems & Maintenance

Students enrolled in the degree version of this program take additional courses such as Environmental Science and Organizational Behavior.

Robotics & Automation Technician Jobs in Irvine, California

Robotics and automation technicians’ main role is to help maintain, repair, diagnose and troubleshoot automated operations. Our electrical, robotics and automation training can help students prepare to pursue career opportunities in industries such as manufacturing, electronics, agriculture and more!

Our graduates are prepared to pursue entry-level roles. Technicians who gain the necessary skills and experience can then pursue advanced roles.77 Some potential jobs include:

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

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for robotics and automation technicians was $70,760 in the United States in May 2024.59 Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, certifications, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.

Directions From Irvine, California, to UTI Rancho Cucamonga

Want to see our robotics and automation school in person? You can book a tour to meet our instructors, view the training facilities and ask questions you may have about our programs. Follow these directions to get to UTI Rancho Cucamonga:

  1. Take Barranca Parkway to Jamboree Road. (1.1 miles)
    1. Head northeast on Harvard Avenue toward Alton Parkway. (0.5 miles)
    2. Turn left onto Barranca Parkway. (0.6 miles)
  2. Take California 261 North, California 91 East and Interstate 15 North to North Haven Avenue in Ontario. Take exit 56 from Interstate 10 West. (39.8 miles)
    1. Turn right onto Jamboree Road. (2.1 miles)
    2. Continue onto California 261 North. (5.7 miles)
    3. Use any lane to merge onto California 241 North. (6.4 miles)
    4. Use the right two lanes to take exit 39A to merge onto California 91 East toward Riverside. (9.5 miles)
    5. Use the right three lanes to take exit 51 to merge onto Interstate 15 North toward Barstow. (13.6 miles)
    6. Use the right two lanes to take exit 109 to merge onto Interstate 10 West toward Los Angeles. (2.1 miles)
    7. Take exit 556 for Haven Avenue. (0.3 miles)
  3. Continue on North Haven Avenue to your destination in Rancho Cucamonga. (1.3 miles)
    1. Use the right two lanes to turn right onto North Haven Avenue. (1.1 miles)
    2. Use the left lane to turn left onto 6th Street. (0.1 miles)
    3. Turn left. (197 feet)
    4. Turn left. (479 feet)

      Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

UTI RANCHO CUCAMONGA CAMPUS LOCATION

9494 Haven Avenue

Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730

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F | 8:00am - 5:00pm | Hours

Campus Tours

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Training Paths Offered at Rancho Cucamonga


You have options for other trades and industries, too! Explore other training paths at UTI Rancho Cucamonga.
VA benefits may not be available for all programs.

Automotive Mechanic Training

Learn how to service and diagnose automotive vehicles in just 51 weeks!7 Students in the Automotive Technology program get hands-on training to help them pursue a career.18

Diesel Mechanic Training

Our 45-week Diesel Technology program teaches students how to service diesel-powered vehicles and machines.7 Grads of the program are prepared to test for ASE certification.

Industrial Maintenance Technician Training

In just 30 weeks, our Industrial Maintenance Technician program will take you through DC and AC basic electricity, industrial heating and cooling, steam and gas turbines and more!

Welding Training

The 36-week Welding Technology program was created in collaboration with Lincoln Electric, a leader in the development, design and manufacturing of welding technology. We cover four different arc welding processes to help you learn skills needed to become a combination welder.

Wind Turbine Training

In 8 months, learn how to install and maintain wind turbines which includes diving into advanced electrical theory, renewable energy sources, wind turbine operation and climb and rescue! Our Electrical & Wind Turbine Technology program was designed to equip you with the skills needed to pursue a career in the energy industry.

Electrical Technician Training

Electrical, electronics and industrial technology students gain the training required to maintain and support vital systems, electronic components and manufacturing equipment used across numerous industries.130 You can choose from the 12-month Electrical, Electronics, & Industrial Technology diploma or the 19-month Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Management Technology degree program!

UTI’s electrical programs do not prepare graduates for employment as electricians, and graduates will not be eligible for certification as an electrician without additional training and meeting state licensing requirements. 

STUDENT SERVICES

UTI Rancho Cucamonga, and all other campuses, offers student support to help you navigate through your time with us.

Housing Assistance

Housing Assistance

Our Housing Services team assists students in their search for independent or shared housing near campus.

Career Services

Career Services

Our Career Services department supports both current students and graduates by providing guidance, resources and advice. We are here to help you during your job search!1

Financial Aid

Financial Aid

We help students complete their FAFSA to determine whether they qualify for financial aid to help pay their trade school tuition.10 Financial aid advisors also can provide students with basic information on applying for loans.

Start Your Robotics and Automation Technician Training

You don’t need prior experience to join the program! Request more information to learn more about our Rancho Cucamonga campus, programs and how to apply.

Want to get started? Enroll today!

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.10) Financial aid, scholarships and grants are available to those who qualify. Awards vary due to specific conditions, criteria and state.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.59) The Robotics & Automation program prepares graduates for entry-level positions using the provided training, primarily as robotics & automation technicians. Estimated annual salary is for Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians as published in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wages. Entry-level salaries are lower for graduates. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. Graduates’ achievements vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on economic factors, personal credentials, work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer, and their compensation programs. Some graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than as robotics & automation technicians, such as control systems technicians and maintenance technicians. Salary information for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The average annual entry-level salary range for persons employed as Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $49,020 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development, May 2023 data https://lmi.dua.eol.mass.gov/lmi/OccupationalEmploymentAndWageAllIndustries/OEWResult?A=01&GA=000025&OG=173024&Dopt=TEXT). Salary information for North Carolina: The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the hourly median wage for skilled robotics & automation technicians in North Carolina is $27.73 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wages, Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data. However, the 25th and 10th percentile of hourly earnings in North Carolina are $25.11 and $22.67, respectively.77) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI prepares graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.

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