What Makes UTI’s Welding Program Stand Out
In Exton, Pennsylvania, not far from Wilmington, Delaware, Universal Technical Institute has established UTI Exton, a school that features our nine-month Welding Technology program .
UTI's trade school focuses on teaching practical skills, including how to perform the four major arc welds. UTI’s training model stands out for its focus on providing students with hands-on instruction in labs that mirror how professionals learn in the industry.
Life as a Welding Student at UTI Near Wilmington
Our welding training at UTI Exton is designed with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning using industry-aligned tools. This ensures that our students are ready to pursue entry-level roles in the welding industry after graduation, as they get trained on the four primary arc welding methods:
Explore Welding Classes Available Near Wilmington
If you're eager to develop your welding skills, UTI’s welding school near Wilmington could be your springboard, offering a fundamental education through welding courses such as the following:
- 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
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I (GMAW & FCAW)
- Welding Applications II (SMAW & GTAW)
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Welding Career Options in and Around Wilmington
Our welding training grads start out prepared to work as entry-level welders or in other entry-level roles, such as:
- Fabrication welder
- Welder fitter
- Wirer
As with any industry, over time, welders can advance their careers with experience and hard work.6 Here are a few examples of advanced welding technology careers:77
- Inspector
- Quality control
- Certified welding inspector
- Welding project manager
The welding field is home to multiple employment prospects tailored to address local demand. For questions on job vacancies near our welding school near Wilmington as an enrolled or graduated student at UTI, contact our Career Services team.
Take a Tour of the UTI Campus Near Wilmington
There’s no better way to see if we’re the right fit for you than by seeing us in person. Schedule a campus tour today!
CAMPUS LOCATION
750 Pennsylvania Drive
Exton, Pennsylvania 19341
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
610-458-5595 | Campus
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UTI Support Services To Help You Succeed
Career Services
We appreciate the commitment of our Career Services team at UTI Exton to aiding students with job searches and navigating the complexities of the job market. Contact Career Services for more information.
Housing Assistance
Considering a move to UTI Exton, but need to find housing close to campus? Collegiate Housing Services can help ease your housing search. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.
Financial Aid
The Financial Aid team at UTI Exton aims to help students with Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion and answer questions about potential financial streams to assist those who qualify with trade school tuition, such as scholarships, loans or grants.10 Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.
Get Started with Welding Training Near Wilmington
Kick-start your technical education at UTI Exton, a welding school near Wilmington, Delaware! Register today to learn the arc welding procedures being implemented in the industry today.
Connect with our Admissions Representatives at 1-800-834-7308 or ask for more details below.