Energy Technology is an Associate Degree program offered by Universal Technical Institute in Canton, MI. The program takes 78 weeks to complete, with a total cost, including fees, of $45,699.
Program Overview
UTI's Energy Technology program (offered at the Canton, Michigan campus, formerly MIAT) prepares you for a career in the energy industry. This 18-month program covers power generation, wind power, compression technology, and powerplant operations, building skills that apply across the wind, gas, coal, and power-distribution industries. At UTI’s Canton, MI campus this program runs about 78 weeks and awards an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.
What sets this Program apart
- Earns an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree
- Ground-up curriculum for beginners — power generation, wind power, compression technology, and powerplant operations
- Skills apply across wind, gas, coal, and power-distribution industries
- Focus on the clean, renewable-energy sector
- Hands-on technical training
- Offered only at the Canton, Michigan campus
Admission Requirements and Process
Getting started at UTI may be simpler than you think. Most students need to meet UTI's age and education requirements below. UTI does not require entrance exams, essays or ACT/SAT scores to apply and start, and you do not need previous trade training or industry experience. Not sure if you qualify? UTI's Admissions team can help: call 800-834-7308.
General Requirements
- Age requirementBe 18 or older, or at least 16 with guardian consent. Students enrolling under the age of 18 need a parent or guardian to sign the Enrollment Agreement.
- Proof of educationA high school diploma, GED certificate or equivalent. UTI accepts a standards-based high school diploma recognized by your state (a copy of the diploma, a transcript from the high…
- English language proficiencyAll instruction at UTI is in English. You can show proficiency by graduating from a U.S. high school, graduating from a high school in a country where English is the primary…
- No entrance exams or minimum GPAUTI does not require entrance exams, essays or ACT/SAT scores, or a minimum GPA, to apply and start.
- Associate degree admissionApplicants to an Associate in Applied Science degree program at the Canton campus must be a graduate of the UTI certificate/diploma version of the program or an aligned program,…
- Blended learning readinessThis program includes blended coursework. Applicants must complete a Distance Education Readiness Assessment before enrolling and must own or have offsite access to a PC or laptop…
- Criminal background reviewApplicants who have been convicted of a felony or violent crime, or who must register as a sex offender, are reviewed by UTI before acceptance, and certain convictions make an…
Application Process
- 1Apply onlineIt just takes a few minutes to fill out UTI's online application form, and UTI can begin processing your application right away.
- 2Talk with your Admissions RepresentativeAn Admissions Representative will typically contact you within 24 hours to answer your questions and guide you through the next steps.
- 3Submit your education documentsProvide proof of education. In most cases your high school can send your transcripts directly to UTI, and your Admissions Representative will guide you step by step. UTI recommends allowing at least 30 days for document evaluation.
- 4Sign your Enrollment AgreementYour enrollment is official once all requirements are met and verified and your Enrollment Agreement is signed, reviewed and approved. You may receive conditional acceptance, which saves your spot while your documents are reviewed.
- 5Apply for financial aidComplete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using the school code below. The FAFSA determines your eligibility for federal grants, educational loans and possible work-study programs, and UTI's Financial Aid team can help you through it.FAFSA Code for Canton Michigan Campus: 013603Fill Out the FAFSA
- 6Start your trainingClasses are scheduled approximately every six weeks, and some start dates may be limited. Check with the Admissions Office at your campus or your Admissions Representative regarding availability.
Program Schedule
This program is completed in about 78 weeks at the Canton, MI campus, using UTI’s hands-on, lab-based training model. UTI offers multiple program start dates throughout the year.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
The total cost for the Energy Technology program at UTI’s Canton, MI campus is $45,699 (tuition and fees), per UTI’s catalog Tuition Chart for enrollments on or after August 1, 2026. Use the Net Price Calculator above (select the Canton, MI campus) for a personalized estimate after aid. File the FAFSA using the Canton campus Federal School Code 013603, and connect with UTI’s Financial Aid team about scholarships, grants, loans, and VA benefits.
Curriculum
The required courses below are from UTI's course catalog. 1,040 Didactic (Theory) Hours (Includes 240 General Education), 640 Lab (Hands-on) Hours; Delivery: Blended (General Education courses – fully online). Credits shown are quarter credit hours.
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Career Outcomes
Energy Technology graduates pursue entry-level roles such as installation technician, field service technician, and plant technician, advancing to wind field service technician, traveling wind turbine technician, and maintenance technician. UTI cites a median salary of about $64,520 (not entry-level) and 45,000+ estimated annual job openings in the U.S.
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