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TRAIN FOR AN AUTOMOTIVE CAREER AT UTI
If you’re looking to gain the hands-on experience and education you need to become an automotive technician near the Windy City, look no further than Universal Technical Institute’s campus in Lisle, Illinois. Lisle is located just outside of Chicago — the third largest city in the United States. This makes it a great place to get trained for a career in the automotive industry, with a number of employment options for technicians entering the industry.1
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ABOUT THE PROGRAM
You can graduate from the Automotive
Technology program at UTI Lisle in less than a year prepared for an entry-level career.7 Students
receive core training that covers the fundamentals needed in
the industry, with no prior knowledge or experience required.
The Lisle campus follows a blended learning model, which incorporates online instructor-led training and hands-on
application in the lab.18 This type of training can provide more
flexibility to students — plus it’s modeled after what’s used by employers in the field.1 Also, graduates
are prepared to test for auto mechanic certifications
like ASE.
AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS STUDENTS WILL LEARN
Automotive students at UTI Lisle gain sought-after skills and experience working on the maintenance and repair of both domestic and import vehicles. You can build your knowledge from the ground up and work with the latest technology used by professionals in the industry.
Here are some of the topics covered in the program:
- Automotive Engines Service & Repair
- Vehicle Steering & Suspension Service & Repair
- Professional Automotive Service Writing
- Automotive Powertrains & Transmissions
- Vehicle Electronic Systems & Technology
- Vehicle Brake Systems
- Automotive Climate Control Systems & Repair
- Automotive Power/Performance & Emissions Repair
- Advanced Technology/Hybrid & Service Advising
MEET A UTI LISLE AUTOMOTIVE INSTRUCTOR
Meet Lisle campus Automotive instructor Sean Gagnon, who attended UTI as a student after deciding that he wanted to work on cars for a living. After working in the industry for a while, he became an instructor to help train the next generation of automotive technicians.
AUTOMOTIVE DEGREES AND CERTIFICATIONS NEAR CHICAGO
Automotive Degrees Offered
The graduation documents you receive after completing your training are important when entering the workforce and can help show your commitment and skill level to prospective employers.
Students graduating from the Automotive Technology program at UTI Lisle earn diplomas. This is a great way to showcase the knowledge you've learned in a specific field.
Automotive Certifications Available
Students who complete UTI's Automotive training at Lisle are also prepared to take the exams required to become ASE certified and can substitute their training for one of the two years of work experience needed.
There’s also the opportunity for students who add additional specialized training to their core automotive program (Ford FACT or Toyota TPAT) to earn manufacturer-specific certifications upon completion.6
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
The Lisle campus is proud to offer Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) programs that allow Automotive students to gain additional training and experience working with specific manufacturers. They are the 15-week Ford Accelerated Credential Training program (FACT) and the 12-week Toyota Professional Automotive Technician program (TPAT). And the 12-week BMW FastTrack program is coming soon to UTI Lisle!
BMW FastTrack program coming soon to UTI Lisle.
CAREER OUTLOOK & OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the Automotive program are prepared with the skills they need for a variety of entry-level careers and the ability to test for auto mechanic certifications. 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
- Automotive Technician
- Service Writer
- Smog Inspector
- Parts Associate
Entry-level
- Service Manager
- Diagnostic Technician
- Fleet Technician
- Shop Owner
Advanced
Read our automotive career guide to explore potential career paths.
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ABOUT THE CAMPUS
The Lisle campus is located just outside of Chicago, where you can explore famous landmarks and experience fun attractions like Willis Tower, Navy Pier and Millennium Park. It’s a great home base for getting your automotive training!
CAMPUS LOCATION
2611 Corporate West Drive
Lisle, IL 60532
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