Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology (D60130)

Diploma Program

Career Information

The Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology curriculum prepares individuals to become qualified technicians who possess the diverse skills required to perform quality repairs and proper refinishing techniques on automobile bodies and to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems. Coursework includes classroom and laboratory experiences that integrate technical application with academic theory. Emphasis is placed on autobody fundamentals, painting and refinishing, structural and non-structural damage repair, mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement, and common industry practices. Graduates should be qualified to take National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examinations and also for entry-level employment in automotive dealerships, independent repair shops, or through self-employment, as collision repair and refinishing technicians.

Fall Semester I

		Class	Lab	Credit
AUB 111	Painting & Refinishing I	2	6	4
AUB 121	Non-Structural Damage I	1	4	3
AUB 131	Structural Damage I	2	4	4
ENG 102	Applied Communications II	3	0	3
TRN 110	Introduction to Transport Technology	1	2	2
TRN 180	Basic Welding for Transportation	1	4	3
	Semester Total:	10	20	19

Spring Semester I

		Class	Lab	Credit
AUB 112	Painting & Refinishing II	2	6	4
AUB 114	Special Finishes	1	2	2
AUB 122	Non-Structural Damage II	2	6	4
AUB 132	Structural Damage II	2	6	4
MAT 110	Mathematical Measurement and Literacy	2	2	3
	Semester Total:	9	22	17

Summer Semester I

		Class	Lab	Credit
AUB 136	Plastics & Adhesives	1	4	3
AUB 141	Mechanical & Electrical Components I	2	2	3
AUB 162	Autobody Estimating	1	2	2
CIS 113	Computer Basics	0	2	1
	Semester Total:	4	10	9