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Program Title
Auto Body Collision Repair
Campus
South
Automotive Collision Technology Training Center (206) 934-5391
Type of Degree
Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
Individuals employed in automotive collision, repair, and refinishing face constant challenges and variety. Career opportunities include frame technicians, body technicians, refinish technicians, advanced positions such as shop managers and owners, damage appraisers, and insurance adjusters. The curriculum is modular and competency-based, and program completion generally requires seven quarters. Advanced standing may be granted for work experience and/or related training.
The Auto Body Collision Repair program is a NATEF/ASE Master-certified training program and offers ASE certificate options. See an instructor for more information.
The A.A.S. degree provides an opportunity to develop leadership and communication skills and increase general knowledge.
The program also offers a short-term certificate in Mechanical & Electrical Components.
There are additional costs for books and supplies. Each student is responsible for the purchase of certain supplies and required tools before the instruction begins.
View details about a course by clicking the course number.
Technical Specialty
COURSE No
COURSE TITLE
CREDITS
ABR 111
Introduction to Automotive Collision Technology
4
ABR 112
Safety and Environmental Practices
3
ABR 113
Welding and Cutting
8
ABR 121
Panel Replacement and Alignment
4
ABR 122
Working with Trim and Hardware
3
ABR 123
Metal Straightening
4
ABR 124
Body Fillers
4
ABR 131
Understanding Automotive Finishes
2
ABR 132
Preparing the Surface for Refinishing
6
ABR 133
Preparing the Equipment, Paint & Refinishing Mat
5
ABR 134
Detailing
1
ABR 161
Damage Analysis
5
ABR 162
Door Skin Repair and Replacement
3
ABR 163
Quarter Panel Replacement
5
ABR 164
Moveable Glass and Hardware
2
ABR 171
Straighting Structural Parts
7
ABR 172
Full and Partial Panel Replacement
7
ABR 173
Restoring Corrosion Protection
2
ABR 181
Steering and Suspension
6
ABR 182
Electrical and Electronic Systems
7
ABR 183
Mechanical Systems
3
ABR 191
Applying the Finish
4
ABR 192
Blending Color
3
ABR 193
Solving Paint Application Problems
3
ABR 194
Finish Defects, Causes and Cures
3
Technical Specialty Credits: 104
Related Instruction
COURSE No
COURSE TITLE
CREDITS
ENGL 105
Applied Composition
3
ICT 103
Computer Applications I
2
MATH 110
Applied Math for Technicians
3
PSYC 240
Psychology of Human Relations
3
Related Instruction Credits: 11
Elective Courses
A minimum of 10 credits from the following areas:
- Internship [see below]
COURSE No
COURSE TITLE
CREDITS
ABR 197
Industry Internship (Itec Based)
Credit Range: 1 - 5 credits
5
Visual, Literary and Performing Arts
5
Individual, Cultures and Societies
5
Natural World, the
5
Science & Mathematics
5
Elective Courses Credits: 10
Total Credits for Program: 125.0
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