Certifications And Credentials:
ASE Student Certification: 4 points each
In Automotive Collision Technology, students gain real-life work experience repairing collision-damaged vehicles
Students will gain hands-on experience with both hand and power tools, as well as the latest advancements in automotive collision repair equipment. Through a combination of classroom instruction and practical training, students will learn techniques in structural and non-structural damage analysis and repair. The curriculum also covers essential skills in mechanical and electrical systems, plastics and adhesives, painting and refinishing, and fundamental shop safety practices.
Skills Learned:
- Use of hand/power tools
- Structural analysis and damage repair
- Mechanical and electrical components
- Plastics and adhesives
- Painting and refinishing
- Basic shop and safety practices
- Welding
- Glass replacement
- Pinstriping
- Paint striping
- ASE Certification testing
Potential Careers:
- Collision Technician
- Automotive Painter
- Industrial Painter
- Glass Specialist
- Auto Body Parts or Paint Sales Representative
- Frame or Uni-body Specialist
- Automotive Damage Appraiser
- Auto Salvage Yard
- Sheet Metal Welding
- Shop Owner
- Graphics and detailing
- Parts Replacement