Auto Collision Repair

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 is 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.
 

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 is 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.  

Grades 11 – 12                                                 

2 units

Prerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair Technology 2 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. Curriculum continues beyond level 2 and may include internship opportunities.  

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.