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The Collision Repair Technology Program

The Collision Repair is a nine month program designed to educate students in the complete repair and refinishing of collision damaged vehicles. Students will work with industry standard equipment learning the modern principles of unibody design and automotive refinishing.

 

CCC Collision Repair uses I-CAR, individualized, modularized training curriculum, to give students in-depth coverage of both conventional and innovative collision repair technologies and processes. Trained technicians go to work for collision repair shops, insurance companies, automotive dealerships, refinish supply companies, collision equipment companies, rental fleet companies, automotive detail shops, truck collision repair shops and into personal businesses.

Areas of Training

 

• Conduct/Safety/Equipment
• Non-Structural Repair
• Structural Damage Repair
• Mechanical & Electrical Components
• Plastics & Adhesives
• Painting & Refinishing
• Special Shop Practice
• Estimating for Collision Repair

Program Highlights

 

• 9 month program
• Strong job market outlook
• Opportunity to participate in state and national competitions through SkillsUSA student organization
• All hours earned in the certification program count toward an Associates of Applied Science
• Technical Scholarships are available (call for more information)

Program Information

 

Admission Requirements

Employment Potential

Instructional Staff

Program Goals

Technical Scholarships

Tool List

Tuition and Fees

Compass Testing

Helpful Collision Links

SkillsUSA

I-Car Training Alliance

 

For additional information contact our instructor:

 

Hal Daniels

Automotive Collision Repair

Hald@coffeyville.edu

 

Columbus Technical Campus

509 W. Elm St.

Columbus, KS  66725

620.429.3896 or 800.208.8324

 

Recommended Auto Collision Repair Technology Courses

 

(Secondary and Post-secondary Programs)

To complete the Associate in Applied Science Degree, the student must complete the technical program and the general education credit hours, which must be taken from the list approved by the General Education Committee. The Automotive Service Technology credit hours and the general education credit hours must total at least 64 credit hours.

Associate in Applied Science Degree

 

Students completing a technical program may desire to seek the Associate in Applied Sciences Degree.  In addition to completing a technical program, this degree also requires the completion of 18 hours in general education.  Complete degree requirements are available at this link.

Description of Courses

 

ACRT-107.  Shop Math and Communications I.  2 Hours (45 Contact Hours).  This course teaches the skills necessary to measure and mix paint, and to estimate basic shop materials costs.

 

ACRT-112.  Non-Structural Repair I.  7 Hours (200 Contact Hours).  The student will learn the rules regarding general shop safety, major structural construction of an automobile, use of body shop hand tools, as well as safe use and maintenance of air and fluid equipment and accessories.

 

ACRT-117.  Collision Orientation and Safety.  3 Hours (45 Contact Hours).  This course covers the rules regarding safety in the use of hand and power tools.

 

ACRT-122.  Structural Repair I.  3 Hours (90 Contact Hours).  Instruction is provided in structural analysis and damage repair and the diagnosis of a damaged automobile involving the correction of a bent body or frame, and the twisting, deflection and replacement of welded panels that are severely damaged.

 

ACRT-201.  Refinishing I.  5 Hours (150 Contact Hours).  This is an introductory level course for painting and refinishing.  Students will study the various types of refinishes and body finishes, use of equipment and accessories with the final goal of being able to complete a minor refinish project.

 

ACRT-207.  On-the-Job Training (OJT or OJT Equivalent).  Up to 4 Hours (0-195 Contact Hours).  Students demonstrating excellent attendance, attitude and mastery of core curriculum competencies may be considered for on-the-job training experience.  Through the cooperation of local businesses, students are given the opportunity to apply the skills required for their future career.  Class attendance is also required.

 

ACRT-212.  Mechanical/Electrical Repair.  4 Hours (120 Contact Hours).  This course provides instruction in determining and performing correct repair procedures for electrical and mechanical components of an automobile and performing mathematical calculations that are embedded in the occupation.

 

ACRT-217.  Shop Math and Communications II.  2 Hours (45 Contact Hours).  This course introduces the student to the math involved in estimating damage and use of collision repair manuals, as well as that math used for collision repair shop operations.

 

ACRT-221.  Refinishing II.  6 Hours (150 Contact Hours).  This course offers training in the adjustment and tinting of paint for color matching, advanced spraying techniques of color coat and clear coat paints, and instruction in paint scheme layouts for the customer who wants that personalized look.

 

ACRT-222.  Structural Repair II.  6 Hours (175 Contact Hours).  This course introduces the auto body shop technician to the processes involved in evaluating auto body damage and preparing accurate estimates.  Students will also experience daily opportunities for shop management including control of materials, parts, equipment and general housekeeping of the auto body shop.

 

ACRT-230.  Non-Structural Repair II.  7 Hours (190 Contact Hours).  This course is a continuation of Non-Structural Repair I.  The student will learn to identify major structural construction and review non-structural straightening techniques.  Removing and replacing structural and non-structural body panels will also be covered.

 

ACRT-240.  Estimating/Damage Analysis.  3 Hours (90 Contact Hours).  This course covers basic estimating and damage analysis. Students will study the types of estimating: hand written and computer generated. Students will be shown how to use the collision repair manuals to write a damage report and use computer estimating software programs to generate estimates.

The Job

 

Today is an exciting time for the men and women entering the world of collision repair.  The days when body repair meant simply banging dents out of a fender with a hammer and dolly are gone.  Today’s collision repair technician is a skilled professional with expertise in many areas such as computerized estimating, diagnostic equipment, sophisticated measuring systems, and lab management.  The collision repair technician must know how to address and use information dealing with damage estimating, repair techniques, or making a profit.  Most of all, the successful collision repair technicians must be familiar with complex automotive systems and the modern materials that go into today’s automobiles.

 

We live in an information age, and every successful collision repair technician must recognize the arena of high strength steel, structural glass, space age plastics, and an infinite variety of paint colors.  With this knowledge you can play a part in an industry that rewards skill, knowledge, and hard work.  Whether dealer-owned or an independent collision repair shop, no two are exactly alike.  They vary in size, layout, amount and types of equipment, or in work procedures.  However, they are all similar in methods and follow similar safety rules.

Employment Potential

 

Employment of automotive body repairers is expected to grow through the year 2014. Demand for qualified body repairers will increase as the number of motor vehicles in operation continues to grow in line with the Nation’s population. The need to replace experienced repairers who transfer to other occupations or who retire or stop working for other reasons will account for the majority of job openings. Opportunities will be best for persons with formal training in automotive body repair and refinishing. For additional information, visit the Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Program Goals

 

Students who successfully complete this program should be able to:

 

• Provide the opportunity for students to learn safe working habits and procedures for themselves and others
• Provide the opportunity for students to develop knowledge and skills necessary in replacing and estimating of structural and non-structural repair procedures
• Provide the opportunity for students to develop welding skills, learn safety in welding and maintenance of equipment
• Provide the opportunity for students to learn about auto paints and refinishing to industry standards
• Provide the opportunity for students to develop electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills needed in the Collision Repair industry
• Provide the opportunity to understand in proper workmanship and detail work
• Provide the training to develop mathematical, along with oral and written communication skills to problem solve effectively in a Collision Repair shop

Tool List

 

Estimated cost for the following is $350-$400. For specified tool details, contact instructor.

Helpful Collision Links

 

Visit the I-CAR website - I-CAR activities and resources focus on helping the industry achieve a high level of technical training.

 

ASE Certification - Visit this link for more information.

 

Autobody Pro Website or The Pro Forum Chat Room - for the latest industry news and utilize many valuable links and share idea or information with fellow autobody professionals world wide.

 

Motor Magazine - Visit this link to check out the magazine.

 

Car Care Council Women's Board - Visit the link to find more information on educating women about automotive maintenance and careers.

 

Car-Parts.Com - Used auto parts market.

 

U Need A Part - Used car parts finder.

 

Ever Drive - Used parts finder.

 

Used Wrecking Yards - Parts request to salvage yards across the country.

 

Import Car Parts – Parts locater for imported cars.