The Auto Collision Repair Technology program is an I-CAR Industry Training Alliance member.
Program Description The Auto Collision Repair Technology program prepares students for employment in the professional Auto Collision Repair
and Refinishing industry. The Associate in Applied Science degree includes a combination of classroom/laboratory instruction
and hands-on experience. Using a variety of the most current technological methods and equipment, students will learn how
to repair and refinish a damaged vehicle (including automobile and truck bodies, unibody, frames, plastic bumpers and glass) to its original condition per industry standards. By successfully completing the Auto Collision Technology Program curriculum students may earn 8 to 15 I-Car alliance points towards I-Car Gold Class or Platinum Status.
Program Costs Tuition, Fees, Material and Supply costs ... (more)
Degree & Certificate Requirements Courses Listed Alphabetically | Typical Student Schedule The Auto Collision Repair Technology student will complete a specific course requirement sequence based on date of enrollment. Students will be advised by the program instructor regarding sequence and schedule of classes. Generally, classroom instruction is held during morning hours with most lab activities occurring in the afternoon.
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Students may apply for an Associate in Applied Science degree or an Associate in Applied Science - Transfer degree or a certificate upon completion and verification of all requirements and standards.
Program Outcomes Graduates will demonstrate their knowledge and skills to repair and refinish a damaged vehicle using teamwork and methods and skills in structural repair and refinishing. Graduates will demonstrate their knowledge and skills to I-Car standards on non-structural and structural repair, soft to semi-rigid plastic and MIG welding, oxy-acetylene and plasma cutting, oxy-acetylene welding, spot welding (STRSW) and refinishing.
