TRAIN FOR A WELDING CAREER AT UTI
For those who like to work with their hands and solve problems, a career as a welder could be the perfect 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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ABOUT THE WELDING PROGRAM
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 are:
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
- Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
WELDING CLASSES AVAILABLE
Searching for “welding courses near me”? UTI's welding school in Lisle, IL, features a curriculum suitable for all skill levels. Courses include:
- Introduction to Welding, Safety and Careers
- Principles of Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding I (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I (SMAW)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Gas Metal Arc Welding II (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW)
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I (GMAW & FCAW)
- Welding Applications II (SMAW & GTAW)
HEAR WHY THERE’S A DEMAND FOR WELDERS
Welders work in a range of industries, from construction to manufacturing. There’s a demand for skilled welders who are trained in different welding processes. Watch this video to learn more.
WELDING DIPLOMA NEAR CHICAGO
Employers hiring for positions often look at a candidate’s graduation documents from the school they attended. Welding graduates from UTI Lisle earn diplomas.
INDUSTRY-ALIGNED WELDING TRAINING
The training program curriculum was developed in conjunction with Lincoln Electric, an industry-leader in the design and manufacturing of welding technology. The brand’s technology includes VRTEX® virtual welders, which allow students to practice their skills in a simulated environment before trying out the equipment firsthand.
CAREER OUTLOOK & OPPORTUNITIES
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:77
- Welder
- Fabrication welder
- Welder fitter
Entry-level
- Inspector
- Quality control
- Certified welding inspector
- Welding project manager
Advanced
To learn more about some of the career paths welders can take, check out our welding career guide.
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ABOUT THE 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
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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WELDING TRAINING NEAR ME
UTI Lisle’s Welding Technology program is in Lisle, Illinois, considered part of the Chicago metropolitan area. Students have plenty to explore in their free time, including the city of Chicago, which offers a variety of attractions. Lisle is home to places like the Morton Arboretum and museums, as well as parks and recreational areas. Those interested in the racing scene can take a drive to one of the nearby speedways or dragways, like Chicagoland Speedway and Rockford Speedway.
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, prepared for the field. Ready to learn more? Click the link below to request more information and connect with an Admissions Representative.