This class will focus on repairing structural damage to vehicles with frame type chassis. Students will learn how to straighten or replace damaged frame components using a frame machine. Students will also learn fixed glass replacement using manufacturers’ procedures. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). A library/internet research written project concerning some aspect of the straightening and aligning techniques utilized in the repair of body-on frame vehicles will be assigned and is an integral component of

Students will learn welding techniques using MIG and arc welders and how to safely use oxy-acetylene. Students will learn how to identify the proper weld to use in different situations and how to join the different types of metal. Students will also learn the various cutting techniques. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). A library/internet research written project concerning some aspect of the welding methods common to the collision repair industry will be assigned and is

This course combines lecture and laboratory hands-on activities, focusing on the fundamentals of unibody type chassis damage and repaired. Students will learn to properly measure, straighten and align body panels while using the frame machine and to locate hidden damages. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). A library/internet research written project concerning some aspect of the straightening methods utilized to correct impact damage on unibody vehicles will be assigned and is an integral component of this

In this course students are provided classroom and laboratory hands-on activities concerning the preparation of body panels for repair. This will include the removal of trim and molding and protecting non-damaged panels. Repairs of rubber panels and bumpers will be demonstrated and students will learn how to repair movable glass. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). A library/internet research written project concerning some aspect of the preparation of body panels for repair and refinishing will be

In this course students are provided classroom and laboratory hands-on activities concerning the removal, repair, replacement and adjustment of outer body panels. This will include the repair and alignment of doors, tailgates, trunk lids, hoods and fenders. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). A library/internet research written project concerning some aspect of the repair, replacement and/or adjustment of removable outer body panels will be assigned and is an integral component of this course.

This course provides classroom and laboratory hands-on activities where the student is taught the proper procedures for using automotive refinishing equipment and the materials used in surface preparation and finish application. Emphasis is placed on personal safety, refinishing equipment and materials, surface preparation, masking, application techniques and other related topics. Additional topics discussed include the precautions which are necessary to safely handle finishing materials in accordance with federal, state and local requirements. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Technicians Education