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Automotive Collision Repair

Automotive Collision Repair

In the Auto Collision and Repair program students will apply technical knowledge to repair damaged vehicles. Students will learn to replace interior panels, repair dented areas, repair damaged fenders, prepare surfaces for painting, and refinish vehicles, along with various other projects. Students will gain an understanding of the industry with hands-on work on both school and customer vehicles. The program is working towards the addition of industrial painting.

  • TECHNICAL SKILLS

    • Basic skills of sheet metal repair
    • Basic welding skills in the Auto Collision industry
    • Use of body filler to repair dents
    • Preparing estimates on damaged vehicles
    • Preparing surfaces for painting and clear coating
    • Virtual SIMS painting system training

     

    PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

    • Punctuality
    • Communication
    • Effective Listener
    • Attention to detail

  • CAREER PATHWAYS

    • Auto Body Technician
    • Industrial Manufacturing Painter
    • Assembler of Industrial Products
    • Auto Detailer
    • Parts Salesman
    • Painter in the Auto Collision Field
    • Insurance Claims Adjuster
    • Collision Shop Owner/Manager

  • CERTIFICATIONS

    • ASE Auto Collision Certification
    • EPA National 6H Rule

     

    COLLEGE CREDITS

    Program of Study (POS) Statewide Articulations, SOAR

    • CareerTech will produce the paperwork for each senior whether they are or are not eligible to be exempt from the following credits at the following post-secondary schools. More Information.
    • The following may be pending renewal and may or may not be offered by May 2025.
      • Pennsylvania College of Technology – 10 credits
      • Rosedale Technical College – 9 credits
      • Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology – 8 credits

    Direct Articulations

    • Saint Francis University, Francis Worldwide – 6 credits for an Associate’s degree, 12 credits for a Bachelor’s degree.
      • 25% tuition reduction

    NOCTI

    • Pass your written assessment to recieve your recommended credit waiver at the Awards Ceremony.
      • 3 credits – Recommended to be awarded in Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing. 1 to 2 additional credits may be awarded based on successful completion of the performance component with the written proficiency exam.

     

     

  • PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

    Students should have strong computer and math skills, be able to multi-task, pay attention to detail, and have good hand to eye coordination.

     

    UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

    A CareerTech blue or gray t-shirt is required. In addition, the following CareerTech items may also be purchased: Mechanic shirt, sweatshirt, or hooded sweatshirt (no strings), ¼ zip sweatshirt (special order), or flannel. Uniforms may be ordered online or purchased at the school store.

    Dark blue or black work pants/jeans without holes (i.e., Dickies).

    Work boots (steel toe not required) or sneakers

     

    OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS

    School Uniform

     

    WHAT ELSE TO KNOW

    Enter the program with an open mind and be ready to listen and learn. This is a great opportunity. Do not be afraid to fail. There will be many different skills and techniques to learn which will lead to a successful career.

     

     

     

Pat Parson

Mr. Parson is a CareerTech alumnus of the Automotive Collision and Repair program. After a senior cooperative experience, he went directly to the workforce where he gained industry experience as he managed a new car dealership collision shop and his own body shop. Mr. Parson has over 25 years of experience in the Auto Collision industry.

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