Collision Repair Technology

This is course provides the necessary instruction in repairing collision damaged unitized vehicles. With the Chief E-Z liner systems, students learn how to analyze and repair damage back to manufacturer’s specifications. The refinishing course offers students advanced painting techniques including single stage urethane and base coat/clear coat systems. The entire course is designed around 20 months as an average for completion and is offered year round. A majority of the student’s training time is centered around “hands on” shop training projects. Our curriculum is based on ASE guidelines.

The collision repair students enjoy a four day school week. The Collision Repair Class class meets Monday through Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Successful completion of the program requires a minimum of a C (77) average at all exit levels and satisfactory attendance. Current fees for full-time students are $662 per term and estimated total book and tool costs are $1,057.

Painting and Refinishing Assistant

Certificate - 864 hrs - 1st and 2nd Trimesters

Ability to read service information, specifications, and measurements.
Ability to maintain and perform routine maintenance on air supply system.
Ability to select right repair material for particular job.
Basic understanding of various fasteners used in automotive construction.
Vehicle surface preparation and masking.
Shop safety and efficiency.
Using power and hand tools.
Proper use and maintenance of welding equipment.
Straightening sheet metal.
Using Body fillers.
Repairing plastics.
Restoring corrosion protection.

Structural/Nonstructural Repairer

Certificate - 1296 hrs - 3rd Trimesters(Pre-requisites)

Understanding of vehicle construction.
Measuring collision damage in both frame and unibody vehicles.
Panel replacement.
Ability to realign frame and unibody vehicles.
Basic ability to service electrical and electronic systems.
Basic ability in restraint systems operation and service.

Auto Body Repairer Technician

Diploma - 1728 hours - 4th Trimester (Pre-requisites)
and/or Automotive Painter

Diploma - 1728 hours - 4th Trimester(Pre-requisites)

Full understanding of refinish equipment.
Ability to perform spray gun and booth maintenance.
Ability to perform all refinish procedures.
Understanding of color matching and custom painting.
Compounding and final detailing.

Automotive Collision Technician

Diploma - 2150 hours - 5th Trimester
(Pre-requisites)Completion of all prior certificates.

Estimating Repair Cost
Job Success and ASE Certification
Student will refine all necessary skills used in automotive repair.
Students who become competent in the knowledge and use of the Chief E-Z Liner frame machine will earn the certificate listed below:
- ASE Certified Technician
  Chief E-Z Liner Frame Technician
  (Supplemental Certificate) 5th Term