Automotive Collision Repair
Curriculum Description
The Auto Body / Collision Repair Technology program within CATS ATC offers training in all aspects of automotive collision repair, based on ASE( Automotive Service Excellence) standards. Through our courses, students are introduced to various skills as they learn what it takes to return crashdamaged vehicles to pre-accident condition.
Students hone their skills through a combination of expert instruction and hands-on training in a program shop outfitted with an AFC spray booth, a Blackhawk frame machine, and other industrystandard equipment. Once they’ ve mastered fundamentals like replacing damaged parts, students advance to metal finishing, applying body fillers, frame pulling and more.
The proper use of safety equipment, conducting damage analysis, producing damage estimates and customer service are important elements of the program, too. Upperclassmen are encouraged to bolster their skills and experience by securing internships or co-op positions with local body shops and auto dealerships.
Course Requirements
General Education Required Courses
• English- 4 credits
• Math- 4 credits
• Science- 3 credits
• Social Studies- 4 credits
• Health & Physical Education- 1 credit
• World Languages- 2 credits( required if NC college bound)
• Electives- 4 credits in any other subject area
Certificate Required Courses
• Introduction to Transportation Technology
• Basic Transportation / Auto Service Fundamentals
• Advanced Transporation Systems- Collision Repair
• Specialized Transportation Systems- Collision Repair
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