AUTOB 104: Minor Body Repair Methods

Subject
Auto Body Rebuilding and Refinishing
Credits 5
Quarter Offered
Winter,
Summer
Instructional Mode
Hybrid
Students identify materials used in minor body repair and how to use them to fill/smooth depressed areas in sheet metal. The removal and installation of bolt-on panels are also included
Outcomes
  • Choose the correct body filler for a particular repair job
  • List common mistakes made when using filler and spot putty
  • List the different types of body fillers and glazes
  • List the steps for shrinking metal
  • Properly repair rust out damage
  • Summarize the deformation effects of impacts on steel
  • Summarize the procedures for paintless dent removal
  • Use a hammer an dolly to straighten metal
  • Use recommended methods for shaping filler
  • Correctly apply filler
  • Describe different types of metals used in vehicle construction
  • Describe how to use special sanding aids
  • Explain how to bump dents with spoons
  • Explain how to repair scratches, nicks, dings, and surface rust with body filler and glazing putty
  • Explain the strength ratings of metals
  • Identify the correct way to mix filler and hardener
Prerequisites
AUTOB102, AUTOB103
Distribution
Career Training
Notes
Hybrid