Electrical, Electronics, & Industrial Technology is a Diploma program offered by Universal Technical Institute in Houston, TX. The program takes 51 weeks to complete, with a total cost, including fees, of $35,740.
Program Overview
UTI's Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology (EEIT) program trains you to wire, troubleshoot, and repair high-tech electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings — including smart security systems. It's the broadest of UTI's electrical pathways, covering wiring, DC and AC theory, and electrical/electronics troubleshooting. At UTI’s Houston, TX campus this program runs about 51 weeks and awards a diploma.
What sets this Program apart
- Hands-on lab training completed sooner than traditional paths
- Earn 5 NCCER industry credentials during training
- ACCSC-accredited program
- Broad curriculum — networking, security/CCTV, fire alarm, instrumentation, and industrial robotics
- Morning and afternoon class options
- Support teams for financial aid, housing, and employment
Admission Requirements and Process
UTI has a supportive, straightforward admissions process. Prospective students complete an online enrollment form (or Request Information to connect with an admissions representative), provide proof of high school graduation or equivalency (high school diploma or GED), and complete an admissions interview and enrollment agreement. There is no application fee; a registration fee of up to $50 applies at enrollment.
General Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalentProvide proof of high school graduation or a GED/HSED.
- Complete your enrollmentSubmit UTI’s online enrollment form (Apply / Enroll Now) or Request Information to connect with an admissions representative.
- Admissions interviewMeet with an admissions representative to review the program, schedule, and enrollment agreement.
- Financial aid planningComplete the FAFSA using the Houston campus Federal School Code 016696 and meet with UTI’s Financial Aid team about grants, scholarships, loans, and VA benefits.
Application Process
- 1Request InformationSubmit the Request Information form and a UTI admissions representative will reach out to walk you through the program, start dates, and enrollment.
- 2Apply / EnrollComplete UTI’s enrollment form to start your application, then work with your admissions representative to finalize your enrollment agreement. There is no application fee (a registration fee of up to $50 applies at enrollment).
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA using the Houston campus Federal School Code 016696, and connect with UTI’s Financial Aid team about grants, scholarships, loans, tuition reimbursement, and VA education benefits.FAFSA Code for Houston Campus: 016696Fill Out the FAFSA
- 4Start Your ProgramChoose from multiple start dates offered throughout the year and begin your hands-on training at the Houston campus.
Program Schedule
This program is completed in about 51 weeks at the Houston, TX campus, using UTI’s hands-on, lab-based training model. UTI offers multiple program start dates throughout the year.
- November 16th, 2026
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
The total cost for the Electrical, Electronics, & Industrial Technology program at UTI’s Houston, TX campus is $35,740 (tuition and fees), per UTI’s catalog Tuition Chart for enrollments on or after August 1, 2026. Cost can vary by campus and enrollment date, so use the Net Price Calculator above (select the Houston, TX campus) for a personalized estimate after aid. UTI participates in federal financial aid — file the FAFSA using the Houston campus Federal School Code 016696, and connect with UTI’s Financial Aid team about scholarships and grants (UTI awarded more than $27 million in scholarships and grants in 2025), loans, tuition reimbursement, and VA education benefits.
Curriculum
Training blends instructor-led coursework with hands-on lab work. Core courses and modules include:
Required Courses
| Subject # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EE11-101 | Introduction to Technical Trades | 3 |
| RT11-102 | Applied Math and Measuring Tools | 3 |
| EE11-103 | Electrical Wiring | 3 |
| ET11-104 | DC Electrical Theory | 3 |
| ET11-105 | AC Electrical Theory | 3 |
| EE11-106 | Electrical Applications | 3 |
| ET11-112 | Advanced Electrical and Controls | 3 |
| EE11-107 | Electrical and Electronics Troubleshooting | 3 |
| EE11-108 | Computers and Networking | 3 |
| EE11-109 | Security Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems | 3 |
| EE11-110 | Fire Alarm Systems | 3 |
| EE11-111 | Satellite/Cable and Wireless Technology | 3 |
| RT11-202 | Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 |
| RT11-205 | Instrumentation and Control | 3 |
| RT11-206 | Industrial Robotics | 3 |
| RT11-209 | Hydraulics and Pneumatics | 3 |
| RT11-210 | Mechanical Systems & Maintenance | 3 |
| Totals | 51 |
Career Outcomes
EEIT graduates pursue entry-level roles such as electrician's assistant, fire alarm technician, security and access-control systems technician, mechatronics technician, cable technician, and electrical technician.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
Accreditations
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)