Certificate of Competency

Auto Body Repair

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Plan Code

ACRARC90

Career Pathway

Transportation and Trades

Program

CIP Code

47.0603

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Identify automobile parts and systems, and understand their operation, including supplemental restraint systems.
2. Set up and operate various types of frame and unibody straightening equipment.
3. Measure frame/unibody damage and restore to factory specifications using pulling systems.
4. Perform structural sectioning of unibody components, using I-CAR approved procedures.
5. Remove, replace and align sheet metal parts, suspension components, and replace automotive glass.
6. Apply a variety of automotive finish materials.
7. Participate in complete refinishing of automobiles, along with all aspects of spot repair and panel refinishing utliziing refinish materials and equip.
8. Perform compounding, polishing, and detailing operations on automobile finishes.
9. Estimate repair cost related to collision damage.
10. Service automotive electrical systems.
11. Perform structural and non-structural welds with wire feed welders to industry standards.
12. Demonstrate shop safety and hazardous waste management practices.

Program Description

6 quarter CoC
Enrollment point: Fall and Spring
This degree offers online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses. See course descriptions for more information.
Students will be using paint guns, paint booths, power and hand tools in this program.
Students are responsible for purchasing their own boots, coveralls, and paint respirators.