Get training for the electrical field at Universal Technical Institute's (UTI) Exton campus, located outside the bustling city of Philadelphia. 130
Students in the Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology program will enjoy hands-on lab training and supportive instructors with industry experience.*
*VA benefits are not currently available for the Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology program.
ABOUT ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN TRAINING
Residential and commercial fields, fire alarm systems, intrusion detection, entertainment and many other sectors rely on skilled technicians to stay running.
In the Electrical, Electronics and Industrial Technology program at UTI Exton, students get a foundation of knowledge for careers as entry-level technicians in these vital fields.1
From learning how to wire basic residential and commercial electrical circuits to setting up security systems or cable TV, students learn a variety of skills.
What does it take to be prepared for the field? At UTI's Exton electrical technician school, training can be completed in just a year!

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ELECTRICAL CLASSES AVAILABLE
UTI's Exton campus promotes hands-on learning and provides a foundation of knowledge you can build on. Some of the courses in our Electrical, Electronics and Industrial Maintenance Technology program include:
- Introduction to Technical Trades
- Electrical Wiring
- DC Electrical Theory
- AC Electrical Theory
- Electrical and Electronics Troubleshooting
- Computers and Networking
- Instrumentation and Control
- Mechanical Systems & Maintenance
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Training for the electrical field can help give students skills required to become entry-level technicians for essential industries, including residential and commercial, energy management systems and telecommunications. UTI Exton can help students gain the training they need in just a year.
Graduates of the Electrical, Electronics and Industrial Technology program 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. Graduates can pursue roles such as:77
- Electrician's assistant
- Fire alarm technician
- Security + access control systems technician
Other potential roles include:
- Mechatronics technician
- Cable technician
- Electrical technician
What Is Electrical Training Like With Us?
- Complete the program in just one year
- No prior experience needed
- Hands-on learning that mirrors real-world experience

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A career as an electrical technician can be a great role for those with an interest in the electrical industries. It can be a good match if you're wanting to work with your hands and solve problems.
Having a foundation of knowledge around electrical components, systems and industrial technology is helpful in a career as an electrical technician. Critical thinking, attention to detail and problem-solving skills are also great traits to have.
The amount of time it takes to work in the electrical industry can vary depending on the path you take. UTI Exton's Electrical, Electronics and Industrial Technology program can be completed in just a year!
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN TRAINING NEAR ME
Located just an hour away from Philadelphia and a few hours from New York City, UTI's Exton campus can be a great home base for electrical students to enjoy when they're not in class.
CAMPUS LOCATION
750 Pennsylvania Drive
Exton, Pennsylvania 19341
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
610-458-5595 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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