Collision & Refinishing

The course introduces students to basic shop operation including safety precautions of common collision repair equipment work order and estimate reading along with parts ordering.

Students taking this course will be instructed in measurement and correction of structural damage, along with replacement of welded on panels and sections.

Students are introduced to personal safety and health protection requirements found in typical body shops. General shop procedures and operations are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 114, 115, 116.

Applications of basic auto sheet metal work, body shop power tools and welding equipment are introduced. Safety procedures and minor auto body repairs are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 113, 115, 116.

Auto plastics and other body shop repairs are introduced. Major collision diagnosis, body alignment techniques and corrosion protection are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 113, 114, 116.

Students learn to estimate major collision damage, auto body repair and finishing costs. Classifying body damage and parts identification are included. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 113, 114, 115.

This course introduces students to the basic MIG skills required for success in the automotive collision and refinishing field. A variety of basic welding skills are introduced with emphasis on welding safety.

Students learn the basic theory of major panel replacement. Alignment, replacement procedures and the use of plastics are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 124, 125, 126.

Students are introduced to automobile body construction types and their common mechanical components. Areas of emphasis include energy absorbers, suspension and steering systems, and CV joints. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 123, 125, 126.

Students learn the basic theory and application of major unibody and frame repairs. Metalworking, glass replacement, fiberglass repair and universal measuring systems are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 123, 124, 126.

Students learn practical applications found in typical body shops. Hydraulic equipment, corrosion proofing, welding and cost estimating are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 123, 124, 125.

Students learn basic theory and techniques of industrial safety and hygiene. Personal safety and health practices, and safe operating procedures for shop equipment are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 134, 135, 136, 137.

Basic principles of interior and exterior surface preparation are introduced. Students analyze the components of primers, undercoats and topcoats.

Students are introduced to polishing and detailing procedures. Washing, compounding and polishing, and interior and exterior detailing are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 133, 134, 136, 137.

Students are introduced to the basic principles of topcoat application with emphasis on the types of automotive topcoat systems and their application procedures. The development of skillful spraying techniques is introduced. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 133, 134, 135, 137.

Students are introduced to the basic principles of color matching and paint mixing. Students practice color analysis and tinting. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 133, 134, 135, 136.

This course offers practical applications of interior and exterior surface preparation. Surface defects, sanding techniques and primers are emphasized. Prerequisite: ABF 134, 135, 136, 137.

This course offers applications of detailing and polishing techniques. Carpet and engine cleaning are emphasized.

Part prices, labor costs and refinishing time calculations are emphasized.

This course emphasizes practical applications of color matching, paint mixing and tinting procedures.

Students learn a variety of advanced applications of auto sheet metal work, body shop power tools and welding equipment techniques. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 244, 245.

Students practice advanced methods of metal straightening and panel alignment. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 243, 245.

Students focus on advanced estimating procedures and techniques for a variety of auto repairs. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 243, 244.

This course continues with the concepts introduced in ABF 123 with emphasis on plastic welding, patching and rust repair. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 254, 255.

This course continues with the concepts introduced in ABF 124. Students practice diagnostic and repair techniques for energy absorbers, steering and cooling systems. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 253, 255.

This course continues with the theory and application of major unibody and frame repair. Hydraulic equipment, various welding techniques and repair of miscellaneous automobile components are emphasized. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ABF 253, 254.

For course description, see Cooperative Education.

For course description, see Cooperative Education.

Instruction in welding related to the restoration and fabrication of sheet metal. Instruction in welding safety, equipment, and processes.

Instruction in basic metallurgy and properties; using these properties to modify and shape sheet metal.

Instruction in the design and construction of various bucks, forms and tooling used to shape metal.

Instructing in basic straightening of damaged sheet metal; filling and preparation for restoration.