Why Choose UTI Lisle for Welding Training
For those who like to work with their hands and solve problems, a career as a welder could be the right fit. Welders work in various industries, from automotive manufacturing to aerospace.
If you’ve been searching for “welding training near me,” you’re in the right place. Universal Technical Institute’s campus in Lisle is located just outside of Chicago and can help give you the hands-on education you need to train for an entry-level role in the welding industry.1
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Inside the UTI Lisle Welding Experience
UTI Lisle’s 36-week Welding Technology program is designed to help equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue roles in a range of industries.
The program teaches students the four major types of arc welding used in the industry today, which helps prepare them to become combination welders. The methods taught include:
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW).
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).
- Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW).
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW).
Welding Courses Offered at Lisle
Searching for “welding courses near me”? UTI's welding school in Lisle, Illinois, features a curriculum suitable for all skill levels that includes the following courses:
- Introduction to Welding, Safety and Careers
- Principles of Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding I
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I (GMAW & FCAW)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding II
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
- Gus Tungsten Arc Welding
- Welding Applications II (SMAW & GTAW)
Graduate Spotlight: Life After UTI Welding
Welding Career Paths in Lisle and Beyond
Welding is a skill that’s needed in many industries. Our grads are prepared to start out working as entry-level welders or in other entry-level roles. As with any industry, over time, they may be able to advance in their career with experience and hard work. Some entry-level and advanced roles could include:
Entry-level
- Welder
- Fabrication welder
- Welder fitter
Advanced77
- Inspector
- Quality control
- Certified welding inspector
- Welding project manager
Keep in mind that job openings in the Lisle area will depend on local demand. Graduates can reach out to our Career Services team to get help finding opportunities in their area. To learn more about some of the career paths welders can take, check out our welding career guide.
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Visit the UTI Lisle Campus
With its proximity to Chicago, UTI’s Lisle campus is a great place to complete your welding training. Explore attractions like Navy Pier, Cloud Gate and the Lincoln Park Zoo.
CAMPUS LOCATION
2611 Corporate West Drive
Lisle, Illinois 60532
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
630-529-2662 | Campus
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Prepare for an Exciting Future
You can train for an exciting career in the welding industry by attending the Welding Technology program at UTI Lisle. Students can complete the program in just 36 weeks and be prepared for the field. Ready to learn more? Click the link below to fill out an application today!
Lisle Welding School FAQs
Welding training at UTI Lisle is designed to be completed in just nine months. The program focuses on hands-on instruction to help students develop key welding techniques and prepare to pursue entry-level positions in the industry.
At UTI’s welding school in Lisle, students train according to American Welding Society (AWS) standards. This prepares them to test for a variety of welding certifications once they graduate.
Yes. While job placement isn’t guaranteed, UTI offers Career Services at the Lisle campus to help students with resume development, job search strategies, interview prep and networking with potential employers.
Absolutely! UTI Lisle offers guided campus tours throughout the week. It’s a great way to explore the welding labs, meet instructors and get a feel for the training environment.
To enroll in welding training at UTI Lisle, students must have a high school diploma or GED certificate. Additional enrollment requirements may apply, so it’s best to connect with an Admissions Representative to learn more and begin the application process.