AUTOB 207: Introduction to Plastic Repair

Subject
Auto Body Rebuilding and Refinishing
Credits 2
Quarter Offered
Fall,
Spring
Instructional Mode
In-person
Students identify the various types of plastics, their characteristics and locations, and which procedures to follow while repairing or refinishing the various types of plastics
Outcomes
  • Describe the proper plastics welding repair sequence
  • Explain how fiberglass is used in adhesives to reinforce the damaged surface
  • Explain the keys to good plastics welding
  • Explain the safety precautions used when working with fiberglass
  • Identify and explain the difference between the two major types of plastics used
  • Identify unknown plastics
Prerequisites
AUTOB102, AUTOB103
Distribution
Career Training