State-of-the-industry, 248,000 sq.ft. Avondale campus will provide you with hands-on experience with everything from undercar maintenance to advanced diagnosis. Learn more here.
Find out what some of our graduates are doing today in pursuing their successful careers.
Learn more about how we assist our veterans from VA funding to exclusive scholarships.
UTI welcomes General Education Diploma students. Find out more in our resources.
Take 60 seconds and find out how you can get trained.
Book your campus tour to learn about in-demand careers and see our training labs in action.
COVID-19 FAQs | COVID-19 Updates | Lab Info
Welders have their hands in many different industries, from automotive parts production to construction projects. They use their skills to melt down materials to produce new parts and structures. The Welding Technology program offered at Universal Technical Institute (UTI) helps students gain the skills and experience needed for entry-level careers in the industry.1 UTI’s Exton campus, which is located close to Philadelphia, is a great place to start your training.
There are four main types of arc welding processes used in the industry today, and UTI Welding students are trained on how to perform these. They include:
Photo from UTI Houston campus
In addition to learning the four main arc welding processes, students in the Welding Technology program are taught how to weld in a variety of positions, which helps them learn to become combination welders. Courses covered in the program include:
From construction to manufacturing, trained welders can work in a range of industries. Employers are looking to hire skilled welders for careers in the industry. Find out more here.
Employers hiring for welding positions will often look at a candidate’s graduation documents from the place they received their training. Graduates from UTI Exton’s Welding program* will earn diplomas.
*Program coming to UTI Exton.
Lincoln Electric is a leader in the development, design and manufacturing of welding technology — and UTI is proud to have a relationship with them. Curriculum in the Welding Technology program has been developed alongside Lincoln Electric, which allows UTI Exton students to train with the brand’s state-of-the industry technology and VRTEX® virtual welders.
There are several industries that welders can pursue careers in, including:
Find out more about these opportunities by checking out our welding career guide here!
*Not entry-level and is dependent on factors like experience, location, and employer compensation.
UTI Exton is located near Philadelphia, where you can explore famous historic sites and attractions. There are also several raceways and speedways in the area, including Pocono Raceway, which is known as the “Tricky Triangle” due to its unique track design.
750 Pennsylvania Drive Exton, Pennsylvania 19341
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours M-F | 8:30am & 2pm By Appointment Only
610-458-5595 | Campus 800-834-7308 | Admissions 866-246-3072 | Financial Aid 877-884-3986 | Student Services 610-646-8654 | Career Services * If you wish to post a job please click here.
If you want to check out the UTI Exton campus for yourself, tours are offered in-person Monday through Friday. Book one below!
UTI hosts events both virtually and in-person year-round, so you can stay up to date with what’s going on. View the events calendar below!
Students can graduate from the Welding Technology program in as little as 36 weeks. Connect with an Admissions Representative today to get more information!
