Electrical Technician Training Overview
Build electrical skills and graduate ready for a high-tech career in just one year with UTI’s Electrical, Electronics, & Industrial Technology program in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas.130
VA benefits may not be available for this program.
This isn’t just textbook learning. You'll learn to wire circuits, troubleshoot equipment and use industry technology to prepare for an electrical technician career.
What to Expect
- Just 12 months to complete
- Job search assistance during training and as an alumni
- Opportunity to earn 5 NCCER credentials
- Experienced instructors
- Labs that prepare you for the field
Inside the Electrical Technician Curriculum
The electrical technician courses in Dallas/Fort Worth don’t require any experience to attend. They start at the foundational level and slowly advance to help you build technical skills employers value. Topics covered include:
- DC Electrical Theory
- AC Electrical Theory
- Electrical Applications
- Advanced Electrical and Controls
- Electrical and Electronics Troubleshooting
- Computers and Networking
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Instrumentation and Control
- Industrial Robotics
- Mechanical Systems & Maintenance
Career Paths for Electrical Technicians in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area
Dallas/Fort Worth electrical technician school graduates can pursue positions across industries that rely on electrical and electronic systems. They may find roles in construction, security, industrial and manufacturing settings!
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. UTI’s electrical programs do not prepare graduates for employment as electricians, and graduates will not be eligible for certification as an electrician without additional training and meeting state licensing requirements.
Examples of roles you can pursue post-graduation include130:
Entry-level
- Electrician’s assistant
- Fire alarm technician
- Security + access control systems technician
- Mechatronics technician
- Cable technician
- Electrical technician
Note that availability of these roles in Dallas will depend on the current needs of the area. Graduates can reach out to our Career Services team for help finding local opportunities.
Tour Our Dallas/Fort Worth Campus
Come see where the training takes place and meet the people who will support you.
CAMPUS LOCATION
5151 Regent Boulevard
Irving, Texas 75063
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
972-505-2200 | Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not to be confused with an electrician, electrical technicians install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems in homes, buildings, or industrial settings. They can also work on automated equipment, motors and programmable controls. Some may act as an electrician’s assistant.
The electrical technician training in Dallas/Fort Worth takes just 12 months to complete, offering a quicker path toward a career than traditional college.1
There are no specific prerequisites beyond a high school diploma or GED. An interest in hands-on work and problem-solving is a great place to start.
From enrollment to graduation, our goal is to support your success. You’ll have access to academic advising, career services, housing assistance, financial aid and veteran support if needed.10
You’ll have the opportunity to earn up to five credentials from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) organization during your Dallas/Fort Worth electrical technician training, including: Core, Electrical Levels 1 & 2, and Electronic Systems Technician Levels 3 & 4! Each one can help verify your readiness to work for potential employers.
How To Get Started
Prepare for a fulfilling career in just one year with electrical technician school in Dallas/Fort Worth. Start with one of these next steps:
- Start your enrollment. You can complete an online application in just a few minutes!
- Move forward with purpose. Get help applying for financial aid with this step-by-step guide or call 844-338-0032. 10