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:The Auto Body course of study will prepare a student 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;
- Communicate well in the workplace.
The Auto Body program receives input from industry experts when developing, modifying or changing courses in the program.
