Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology

[A60130] Associate in Applied Science Degree
[D60130] Diploma
[C60130] Certificate

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.

Course work 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.

RCC’s Autobody Repair diploma students use the I-CAR LIVE curriculum including the CD-ROM program. I-CAR LIVE is a state-of-the-art, industry endorsed and developed collision repair curriculum that prepares students for the high-tech and rewarding careers in the collision repair industry. I-CAR LIVE is mandated or endorsed by several state departments of education and meets National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation requirements for ASE certification. Successful completion of the I-CAR LIVE curriculum will award gold or platinum points toward I-CAR certification.

To help document progress, students develop a portfolio that includes certificates of completion from I-CAR, PPG and RCC.

COMPETENCIES

Upon successful completion of the Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology program, the graduate should be able to

1. Construct welds according to industry standards.
2. Analyze damage and plan repairs.
3. Explain and perform refinishing procedures.