Wind energy is the way of the future and helps to generate electricity in an environmentally friendly way. If you’re interested in a career in this industry, attending wind turbine school can help you get the skills and knowledge needed!
Universal Technical Institute’s Canton campus is located near Royal Oak and provides industry-standard instruction for those interested in wind energy.1 Read more to learn about the program!
WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN TRAINING NEAR ROYAL OAK, MICHIGAN
In hands-on labs using some of the same equipment pros use in the field, UTI Canton’s wind turbine training helps teach students the skills needed to become wind turbine technicians.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), wind turbine technician is one of the fastest growing careers in the country!63 Those interested in this exciting field should check out the Wind Power Technician training program at our Michigan trade school
WIND TURBINE COURSES OFFERED
Our wind turbine school has a wide range energy-focused courses that help students build skills technicians need in the industry. They include:
- Energy Industrial Fundamentals and Safety Compliance
- Math, OSHA-10 and First Aid
- Applied Physics and Precision Measuring
- DC and AC Basic Electricity
- Advanced Electrical Theory
- Renewable Energy Sources
- Wind Technology and Components
- Wind Turbine Operation
- Climb and Rescue
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR ROYAL OAK, MI
According to the BLS, the median annual salary for wind power technicians in the United States was $61,770 in May 2023.61 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
It’s also an exciting time to pursue a career in the industry. Employment for wind turbine technicians is projected to grow 60% from 2023 to 2033!63
WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN JOBS IN ROYAL OAK, MI
Our grads are prepared to pursue entry-level roles. As with any industry, over time, technicians may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work.77 Some potential jobs may include:
Entry-level:
- Wind turbine technician
- Installation technician
- Field service technician
- Troubleshooting technician
- LOTO I & II specialist
- Wind farm support specialist
- Research and development
- Electrical engineer
- Environmental engineer
- Materials engineer
Advanced:
Interested in finding out if there are opportunities near you in Royal Oak? Talk to our Career Services team!
DIRECTIONS FROM ROYAL OAK, MI, TO UTI CANTON
A campus tour is a great way to check out our wind turbine school for yourself. Once you have it booked, follow the directions below to get there!
- Get on I-696 West from South Main Street. (1.7 miles)
- Head north toward West Eleven Mile Road. (121 ft)
- Turn right onto West Eleven Mile Road. (174 ft)
- Turn right onto South Main Street. (1.0 miles)
- Use any lane to turn right onto West 10 Mile Road. (0.3 miles)
- Use the left two lanes to take the ramp onto I-696 West. (0.3 miles)
- Continue on I-696 West. Take I-275 South to US-12 West/Michigan Avenue in Canton. Take exit 22 from I-275 South. (29.5 miles)
- Merge onto I-696 West. (5.7 miles)
- Use the right two lanes to take exit 10 to merge onto M-10 North toward US-24/Telegraph Road. (1.8 miles)
- Use the left twoanes to take exit 18C to merge onto I-696 West. (6.7 miles)
- Use the right two lanes to take exit 1 for I-96 East/I-275 toward Toledo. (1.6 miles)
- Continue onto I-275 South/I-96 East. (5.5 miles)
- Keep right at the fork to continue on I-275 South. (7.8 miles)
- Take exit 22 for US-12/Michigan Avenue toward Wayne/Ypislanti. (0.4 miles)
- Take South Haggerty Road to your destination. (0.7 miles)
- Use the right lane to turn right onto US-12 West/Michigan Avenue. (0.2 miles)
- Turn right onto South Haggerty Road. (0.4 miles)
- Turn right. (0.1 miles)
- Turn left into the campus. (85 feet)
Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.
UTI CANTON CAMPUS LOCATION
2955 South Haggerty Road
Canton, Michigan 48188
M-TH | 8am-8pm | Hours
F | 8am-5pm | Hours
800-447-1310 | Campus
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THIS CAMPUS
Our Canton campus not only offers wind turbine training, but also offers five other program options if you’re interested in exploring other avenues.
ENROLL IN WIND TURBINE TRAINING NEAR ROYAL OAK, MI
If you’re looking for industry-aligned training, our wind turbine school near Royal Oak, Michigan, can help you learn the skills needed for the industry.
Learn more about our program, or if you’re ready, enroll today