AUTO BODY BANNER

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Course Overview

This program trains students in collision repair, automotive detailing, painting and restoration work.  Topics of study include: collision and auto body repair, auto refinishing, welding techniques, and replacement of parts and sections of panels.  Students learn to use hand, power, and specialized auto body tools and equipment to repair dents and frame work on metal and plastic sections of automobiles.  Students have the opportunity to create customized paint graphics, airbrushing, and restoration work on high performance and show quality vehicles.

Course Content

  • Auto body/Collision repair

  • Metal repair

  • Paint and surface preparation

  • Paint mixing and color tinting

  • Complete vehicle detailing, and custom graphics

  • Welding techniques and metal fabrication

  • Collision estimating

  • Auto body tools and equipment

  • Parts/body panel replacement

  • Car refinishing

  • Restoration

  • Color sanding and buff/polish

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Career Opportunities

  • Body Shop Manager

  • Auto Painter

  • Restoration Specialist

  • Collision Technician

  • Body Shop Owner

  • Automotive Welder

  • Insurance Adjuster

  • Parts Manager

  • Auto detailing interior/exterior

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Starting Salary ​33k upward chart icon Picture Job Growth: Rising Need piggy bank icon Picture Salary 33k - 59k

College Agreements

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