The Auto Body Collision Repair program is a National Automotive Technical Educational Foundation (NATEF) certified program taught by an ASE Master-Certified instructor. The Automotive Youth Educational System (AYES) is a collaboration between manufacturers, select local shops, parts stores, paint sales, and Grant Career Center. Students will get instruction in the most recent I-CAR car collision curriculum.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

Structural Inspection and Repair: Students will be measuring and diagnosing structural damage, as well as repairing and replacing damaged structural components.

Nonstructural Inspection and Repair: Cosmetic external body panel repair and replacement, including plastic and steel/aluminum. MIG welding is used to connect and cut aluminum, steel, and other materials.

Electrical and Mechanical systems: Inspect and repair electrical and mechanical damage caused by a collision. Repairs to the electrical and wiring harness, suspension, brakes, and cooling systems are among the topics covered.

Painting and Refinishing: Using single-stage, basecoat-clearcoat, and tri-coat refinishing procedures, restore and repair the car's exterior body and paint finish. Check and identify the substrate, finish type, surface quality, and film thickness; inspect, clean, and assess the condition of spray guns and related equipment.

WHAT YOU CAN EARN

I-CAR Pro-level 1 in Refinishing and Non-structural Repair (12 points)

OSHA-10 (1 point)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Immediate Employment

Auto Body Repair Technician • Paint and Refinish Technician •

Lot/Recycled Parts Technician • Parts and Paint Sales

With Additional Training & Education

Estimator • Insurance Damage Appraiser • Accident Scene Investigation • Vehicle Recovery • Trainer/Instructor