Technical Trade School in San Antonio, Texas

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Hands-on training

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No experience needed.

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Relationships with local employers.

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Career ready in less than 1.5 year or less.1

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A Behind-the-Scenes Look at UTI’s San Antonio Trade School

Get a glimpse into what being a student at UTI San Antonio is like. This page covers:

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Campus Life & What To Expect From Training

When you train at UTI San Antonio, you’ll spend your days in hands-on labs designed to mirror real working environments. You’ll learn to solve complex problems, maintain and repair equipment, and develop the technical skills employers need.

Whether it's under the hood in a welding booth, wrenching on an HVAC systems, wiring electrical panels or programming robotics simulators, you’ll practice with the same tools and technology used in the field, so you can pursue your career with confidence.

Programs at This Campus

You won’t spend all day buried in a textbook at UTI San Antonio. Instead, you'll focus on building the skills needed for the career you’re pursuing. Explore your program options below.

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Infrastructure

HVACR Technician

Train to install, maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. You’ll learn to work with electrical components, diagnose issues and follow OSHA and EPA standards in hands-on labs that reflect the real field.

Program Length: 9 months
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Diploma

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OSHA 10 and EPA 608, R-410A, NATE Cert Prep

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Hands-on

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Fabrication & Machining

Welding Technology

Learn the four major arc welding processes and build skills used in construction, shipbuilding, pipelines and beyond. You'll practice in an individual welding booth and get one-on-one guidance from instructors so you can graduate prepared for a career.

Program Length: 9 months
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Diploma

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Hands-on

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SMAW (Stick), GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux-Cored)

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Aviation

Aviation Maintenance Technology

Learn to inspect, maintain and repair aircraft from nose to tail.79 This program covers airframe electrical, reciprocating engines, navigation systems and more. Get on the path toward a high-skill career with opportunities for travel!

Program coming to UTI San Antonio pending regulatory and FAA approval.

Program Length: 18 months
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Associate Degree

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Electrical & Electronics

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Electrical, Electronics, & Industrial Technology

Practice wiring, troubleshooting and repairing the high-tech electronics systems found in residential and commercial buildings.130 From helping wire cable systems to setting up smart security, you’ll have what it takes to pursue an innovative career.

Program Length: 12-16 months
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Diploma

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Associate Degree

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Opportunity to earn AHA Cert, OSHA 10, NCCER credentials

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Electrical & Electronics

Electrical, Robotics & Automation Technology

Learn the skills that power today’s industries. Practice programming, troubleshooting and robotics in hands-on labs that mirror the field you’re training for. In less than one year, you can graduate ready to make your mark in high-tech industries.

Program Length: 12-16 months
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Diploma

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Associate Degree

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Electrical & Electronics

Electrical & Industrial Maintenance Technology

Build skills for a career in less than a year. Through focused instruction and hands-on practice, you'll learn to service the machines that keep manufacturing and energy plants running. If you like learning how machines work, this could be a good path for you.

Program Length: 10 months
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Diploma

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Electrical & Electronics

Electrical & Wind Turbine Technology

Train for a career that’s anything but average. In this program, you’ll learn what it takes to service the towering wind turbines that help generate clean energy. Your courses will range from wind turbine operation to climb and rescue. This path is for adventurers!

Program Length: 8 months
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Diploma

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Opportunity to earn GWO Cert

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Resources That Make Training Possible

We’re here to support you from the moment you enroll, giving you the resources and guidance you need to train with confidence. Start with these tools.

Industry Relationships

UTI teams with leading brands who recognize the value of hands-on training. Many have helped us build labs that look like real working environments and have hired our grads!1

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Upcoming Start Dates

  • March 30th, 2026

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Real Grad. Real Success.

Aaron Hernandez 

Aaron always enjoyed working with his hands, but it was at UTI that he discovered how to turn that passion into a career. With engaging classes and steady support from instructors and staff, he built the skills and confidence to pursue his goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Campus Information

San Antonio’s expanding economy includes major employers in manufacturing, energy and technology making it an ideal place to prepare for a career in the skilled trades.

Address

5776 Stemmons Drive

San Antonio, Texas 78238

Phone

800-834-7308 | Admissions
844-338-0032 | Financial Aid
800-504-8786 | Student & Career Services
1-800-866-8346 | Housing

How to Get Started at Our San Antonio Trade School

Take the first step toward your future. Move forward with confidence by following these steps:

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Request more info or start your enrollment!

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.79) UTI aviation maintenance programs prepare graduates to apply and test for FAA mechanic certification. Graduates who don’t obtain certification may have fewer career opportunities. Some graduates get jobs in aviation or related industries other than as aviation maintenance technicians. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment, salary or FAA certification.130) 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. These programs prepare graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. Possible career paths, by program, may include: Electrical, Electronics, & Industrial Technology – electrician’s assistant, security + access control systems technician; Electrical, Robotics + Automation Technology – control systems technician, robotics & automation technician; Electrical, Wind Turbine Technology – field service technician, wind turbine technician; Electrical, Industrial Maintenance Technology – maintenance technician, field service technician. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. 133) All UTI course materials are taught in English, and English language proficiency is an admissions requirement of all UTI programs. UTI does not provide any ESL or other English language learning services.

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