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Robotics & Automation Program Overview
The world is relying more on automated processes and technology to keep businesses running and innovation alive. Robotics and automation technician schools, like Universal Technical Institute (UTI), are designed to train the next generation of aspiring techs.1
The Robotics & Automation Technician program is designed to prepare students for entry-level roles like robotics and automation technician, control systems technician and maintenance technician, to name a few.77 We teach electrical, mechanical and programming skills that are valued by the industry, and students get practice using programmable logic controllers.
Select campus locations offer the Electrical, Robotics & Automation Technology program which includes courses focused on construction/technical trades and electrical knowledge.
12-19 months
11 campuses
Robotics & Automation Courses
Our robotics and automation technician schools are designed to cover industry-relevant topics. These are designed to help give students a foundation of knowledge they can build upon in their careers. Some of the course topics include:33
- Manufacturing systems and technology
- Practical math and applied physics
- Industrial robotics
- Industrial networking
- Foundation programming
- 3D printing
- Computer-aided design
- Programmable logic controllers
- DC and AC electrical theory
- Electronics
- Instrumentation and control
- Troubleshooting
The Electrical, Robotics & Automation Technology program incorporates courses that are construction/electrical based, encompassing residential, commercial and industrial construction. These include:
- Introduction to Technical Trades
- Applied Math and Measuring Tools
- Electrical Wiring
- DC Electrical Theory
- AC Electrical Theory
- Electrical Applications
- Advanced Electrical and Controls
- Electrical and Electronics Troubleshooting
Robotics & Automation Technician Training
Students can choose from different robotics automation training programs to prepare them for careers as robotics and automation technicians:
- Robotics & Automation Technician program: This 12-month program equips students with the skills many employers are looking for today. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to pursue an entry-level robotics and automation technician jobs.1 Offered at the Lisle and Canton campuses.
- Electrical, Robotics & Automation Technology program*: In just a year, students gain hands-on skills for the construction and technical trades. The program emphasizes electrical knowledge and applications used in the field—covering wiring, building systems, CAD, and industrial robotics. This training prepares students for in-demand roles across construction and advanced automation. Offered at the Austin, Lisle, Mooresville, Rancho Cucamonga, Houston, Long Beach, Exton, Dallas/Forth Worth, San Antonio, Atlanta and Salt Lake City* campuses !
- Robotics and Automation Technology program with associate of applied science degree: This 18-month program offered at UTI's Canton, Michigan, campus awards graduates an associate of applied science (AAS) degree, which may help them as they pursue opportunities.
- Electrical, Robotics & Automation Management Technology* - This is a 19-month program in UTI Long Beach, Rancho Cucamonga, San Antonio, Atlanta and Salt Lake City* that allows students to earn an associate of occupational studies (AOS) degree while learning electrical skills for construction and other technical fields.
*Program coming to UTI Salt Lake City pending regulatory approval. VA benefits are not currently available at this campus.
Robotics & Automation Technician School Locations
VA benefits may not be available at all locations./i>
Robotics & Automation Careers
Industries across the country use robotics and automation equipment. Robotics and automation technicians have the important role of keeping these machines and parts running smoothly.
Our robotics trade school 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. Some job examples include:77
- Robotics & automation technician
- Control systems technician
- Maintenance technician
- Instrumentation and controls technician
- Senior maintenance technician
- Process control tech
- Product tech specialist
- Robotics engineer