An introduction to the collision repair industry with emphasis on safety, professionalism, and vehicle structural design.

A study of collision repair welding and cutting procedures

Study of vehicle steering and suspension components including alignment, tire rotation, and balancing.

Training in the roughing and shaping procedures on automotive sheet metal necessary to perform body repairs. Emphasis on the alignment of component parts such as doors, hood, front-end assemblies, and deck lids.

A comprehensive course in repair of interior and exterior plastics including the use of various types of adhesives,

Covers metal principles and working techniques including proper tool usage and product application.

An introduction to current refinishing products, shop safety, and equipment used in the automotive refinishing industry. Emphasis on surface preparation, masking techniques, and refinishing of replacement parts.

Training in the roughing and shaping procedures on automotive sheet metal necessary to perform body repairs. Emphasis on the alignment of component parts such as doors, hood, front-end assemblies, and deck lids.

Training in mixing and spraying of automotive topcoats. Emphasis on formula ingredient, reducing, thinning, and special spraying techniques. Introduction to partial panel refinishing techniques and current industry paint removal techniques.

An advanced course in collision estimating and development of a damage report utilizing estimating software.

An advanced course in collision estimating and development of a damage report utilizing estimating software.

A course in the repair, replacement, and/or service of collision damaged mechanical or electrical systems. Topics include drive train removal, re-installation and service; cooling system service and repair; exhaust system service; and emission control systems. Additional topics include wire and connector repair, reading wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting.

Instruction in preparation of vehicles for major repair processes. Covers interpreting information from damage reports, planning repair sequences, selecting appropriate tools, and organizing removed parts for reinstallation.

Application of multi-stage refinishing techniques. Advanced skill development solving refinishing problems. Application of multi-stage refinishing techniques with emphasis on formula mixing and special spraying techniques.