Robotics and Automation Training near Conroe, Texas

Do you want to work on robots? Robotic and automated equipment is consistently being incorporated into many different industries. They need robotics technicians to make sure they are functioning properly and efficiently.

At our robotics and automation school, you can learn about basic programming, manufacturing systems and how to automate tasks.¹

If you want to grow your skills in networking and programming, Robotics & Automation Technician training for this career path may be for you. Our robotics school programs at Universal Technical Institute take 51 weeks to complete. Students are taught skills needed for a career in robotics and automation.

Train to build robotic machines and develop their related systems in our hands-on program! Some of the topics we highlight during robotics training include:

• Applied physics and precision measuring.
• Computer-aided design.
• Foundational programming.
• DC and AC electricity.
• Industrial networking.
• Industrial robotics.
• Instrumentation and control.
• Manufacturing systems and technology.
• Programmable logic controllers.
• Troubleshooting.

Just like with other industries, robotics and automation graduates are prepared to pursue opportunities in entry-level roles. Over time, technicians can advance in their careers with experience and hard work.⁷⁷ Entry-level and advanced roles could include:

Entry level

• Robotics and automation technician.
• Control systems technician.
• Maintenance technician.

Advanced

• Instrumentation and controls technician.
• Service technician III.
• Senior maintenance technician.
• Process control tech.
• Product tech specialist.
• Test engineering technician.
• System integrator.
• Robotics engineer.
• Project engineer.
• Control engineer.
• Automation program manager.

There are also a handful of sectors that utilize robotics technicians to automate their systems and streamline their processes. These may include manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare and even the military!

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for robotics and automation technicians in the United States was $65,080 in May 2023.⁵⁹ Salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.

*Not entry-level salary and is dependent on factors like experience, location, and employer compensation

Book a tour to see our robotics and automation school training facilities! Meet our instructors and students and ask questions you may have about our program. Follow these directions to get to UTI Houston:

1. Get on I-45 S from North Main Street, Gladstell Street and North Freeway Service Road. (2.6 miles)
   1. Head South on North Pacific Street toward Simonton. (0.2 miles)
   2. Turn left onto North Main Street. (0.9 miles)
   3. Turn left onto South Frazier Street. (358 feet)
   4. Turn right at the first cross street onto Gladstell Street. (0.5 miles)
   5. Turn left onto North Freeway Service Road. (0.7 miles)
   6. Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-45 South. (0.1 miles)
2. Follow I-45 South to North Freeway Service Road in Harris County. Take exit 64 from I-45 South. (19.7 miles)
   1. Merge onto I-45 South. (19.5 miles)
   2. Take exit 64 toward Richey Road. (0.2 miles)
3. Take West Richey Road and Woodham Drive to your destination in Houston. (1.1 miles)
   1. Merge onto North Freeway Service Road. (0.2 miles)
   2. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto West Richey Road. (0.6 miles)
   3. Turn right onto Woodham Drive. (0.3 miles)
   4. Turn right onto Northpark Central Drive. (62 feet)
   5. Turn right. (59 feet)
   6. Turn left, destination will be on the right. (118 feet)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.