Auto Body Repair and Refinishing
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Advisor: Jason Harding
Auto Body Repair and Refinishing offers both variety and challenge. Each damaged vehicle presents a different problem. Repairers must develop appropriate methods for each job using their broad knowledge of automotive construction and repair techniques.
The Auto Body Repair and Refinishing program offers training to students who seek marketable skills in auto body repair, painting, welding, and auto body shop management. Electives are combined with regular course work enabling students to develop business skills.
Auto Body students are required to provide their own hand tools, safety glasses, and protective clothing. A complete list of the required tools and equipment is available from Auto Body instructors.
Outcomes - Graduates are prepared to:
- Identify and demonstrate safety practices and procedures;
- Use hand, pneumatic and power tools;
- Remove, align and install bolt-on components;
- Prepare and use fill materials;
- Perform techniques of welding;
- Prepare a vehicle spot or complete refinishing;
- Formulate spray with numerous paint products;
- Write a collision estimate;
- Use technology and computer skills as they apply to work; and
- Communicate well in the workplace.
The Auto Body program receives input from industry experts when developing, modifying or changing courses in the program.
Estimated Resident Program Cost:
| Tuition and Fees | $5999 |
| Application Fee | $30 |
| Clothing | $100 |
| Lab Fees | $280 |
| Tools | $1600 |
| Books/Supplies | $560 |
| TOTAL: | $8589 |
Fall Semester 1
| Course | No. | Title | Credits |
| MATH | 100 | Math for Trades Programs | 3 |
| TB | 112 | Auto & Paint Shop Safety | 1 |
| TB | 130 | Basic Auto Construction | 2 |
| TB | 134 | Correcting Sheet Metal | 3 |
| TB | 141 | Surface Prep and Undercoats | 3 |
| TB | 142 | Top Coat Applications | 3 |
SUBTOTAL |
15 |
Spring Semester 1
| Course | No. | Title | Credits |
| CIT | 110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| TB | 136* | Correcting Collision Damage | 5 |
| TB | 150* | Paint Removal | 3 |
| TB | 153* | Overall Refinishing | 3 |
| TB | 154* | Paint Problems | 1 |
SUBTOTAL |
15 |
Fall Semester 2
| Course | No. | Title | Credits |
| COMM | 135 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| TB | 220* | Fiberglass & Plastic Repair | 3 |
| TB | 243* | Panel Replacement | 3 |
| TB | 248* | Spot Repair and Blending | 3 |
| TB | 249* | Paint Formulation & Tinting | 3 |
SUBTOTAL |
15 |
Spring Semester 2
| Course | No. | Title | Credits |
| ENGL | --- | 119**or higher | 3 |
| TB | 245* | Production Body Repair | 3 |
| TB | 246* | Total Body Reb & Sec | 3 |
| TB | 250* | Production Refinishing | 3 |
| TB | 254* | Specialty Finishes | 1 |
| TB | 255* | Estimating Collision Damage | 3 |
SUBTOTAL |
15 |
Total Program Credits: 61~
~ Many students need preliminary math and English courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedules.
+ A grade of "C-" or above required for graduation
* Indicates prerequisites needed
** Placement in course(s) is determined by placement assessment
