| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Industry | Education |
| Founded | 1965 |
| Headquarters | Scottsdale, Arizona |
| Area served | North America |
| Key people | Kim McWaters CEO[1] |
| Website | www.uti.edu |
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI), is a for-profit nationwide provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians.
Through a campus-based school system, Universal Technical Institute, Inc. offers specialized technical education programs under the banner of several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI) and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI).[2]
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Automotive Technology - The Universal Technical Institute offers s 51-week automotive technology training program. In addition learning how to install and repair vehicles, electives opportunities offer students an opportunity to gain specialized training in specific brands, including BMW, Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan and Toyota. A post-graduate program is also available for students.
Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training - BMW of North America, International Truck and Engine Corporation, Porsche Cars North America, Inc., and Volvo Cars of North America, Inc. UTI formerly offered MSAT training with Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen, however they both pulled out due to the lack of a fiscally positive outcome. Mercedes specific training is now offered as an elective add-on.
Diesel/Industrial Technology - hands-on training with some of the world’s most powerful engines, including Freightliner, International, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, and Caterpillar.
Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology - based on the industry standard “I-CAR Enhanced Delivery” and is ASE/NATEF Master certified in all five areas of auto body repair.
NASCAR Technical Institute is located in Mooresville, North Carolina - at the heart of racing country.[3] The school provides course work in engine construction, electrical, fuel and lubrication systems, drive trains, body and chassis fabrication and racing theory principles. Students will learn the history and rules and regulations of NASCAR, as well as the teamwork needed in today's automotive and racing industries. They also provide a Pit Crew training program.
The school provides course work in marine technology with a focus on manufacturer-specific training for Volvo Penta, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki Outboard, Mercury Marine and many other major marine manufacturers.
The school provides course work for a customized career education with Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, BMW, and Harley-Davidson manufacturer-specific courses.