Automotive Collision Repair Technology
Automotive Collision Technology Course Listing
Automotive Collision Repair Technology is designed to provide students, who have an interest in and an aptitude for auto collision repair, under the supervision of a certified auto collision technician. With these skills and knowledge, students may enter post secondary education or enter this exciting career field straight from high school. Given the necessary equipment, supplies, and facilities, the students will be able to successfully repair damaged panels restoring them to their pre-accident appearance.
Automotive Collision Repair Technology 1 602083CD
Grades 10 – 12
2 units
Prerequisite: None
This course will prepare students to repair the body and fenders of automobiles and light commercial vehicles under the supervision of an experienced automobile body repair technician. Students will receive an introduction to auto body construction, while learning the proper use of power tools, hand tools, and consumable materials needed to return a vehicle to its pre-accident appearance. There may be a lab fee for this program. Fees for this program will be used to purchase safety equipment that the student can keep upon completing the program.
Automotive Collision Repair Technology 2 602183CD
Grades 11 – 12
2 units
Prerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair Technology 1
This course provides additional experience in the techniques of repairing an automobile and emphasizes the principles of the newest procedures, such as welding of plastic and high strength steels, complex, custom spraying methods, frame strengthening, and door skin bonding. Instruction includes business management and collision estimating. Students will complete projects and see repaired vehicles driven in the community. Quality workmanship, pride, and job readiness are stressed. There may be a lab fee for this program. Fees for this program will be used to purchase safety equipment that the student can keep upon completing the program. Students may also earn ASE or I-CAR certification.
Automotive Collision Repair Technology 3 602283CD
Grades 11 – 12
2 units
Prerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair Technology 2, completion of the required ICAR Certification modules and teacher recommendation
Students who have successfully completed the Level 1 and Level 2 courses have the option of registering for Level 3 with the recommendation of the teacher. Completion of required ICAR Certification modules are also required. Curriculum continues beyond level 2 and may include internship opportunities. Students enrolled will complete an internship. Dependable means of transportation to and from the assigned internship sites are required.
Automotive Collision Repair Technology 4 602383CD
Grade 12
2 units
Prerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair Technology 3 and teacher recommendation
Students who have successfully completed the Level 3 course have the option of registering for Level 4 with the recommendation of the teacher. Curriculum continues beyond level 3 and may include internship opportunities.