AUTO BODY TECHNOLOGY I, II, III
Course Code:
8676/8677/8678
Course Description:
In the global automobile collision repair industry, there is a growing demand for auto body technicians. In this program, students are taught damage analysis, estimating, customer service, non-structural analysis, damage repair, surface preparation, spray gun and related equipment operation, paint mixing, match and applying, and final vehicle detailing, and welding. Students work in a variety of materials, using metal finishing and body filling techniques to prepare surfaces and repair panels.
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Topics of Study: Safety/First Aide Hand & Power Tools Auto Body Construction Auto Body Shop Operations Welding Practices Simplified Metal Straightening & Repairs Simplified Plastic Repairs Body & Structural Alignment Repairing & Replacing Panels & other components Glass Service & Replacement Electrical & Mechanical Components Refinishing Equipment & Materials Applying Finish Estimating Career Opportunities
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Campus Location: Butler Farm, Hampton Sessions: AM and PM Class Size: 20 students Credentials: ICAR Certifications |
Career & Technical Student Organization: SkillsUSA Work-Based Learning Opportunities: Summer Mentorship Job Shadowing Paid Internship – Required for 2nd year students Course Prerequisites: Completed 10th grade English with a grade of “C” or better
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Instructor Bio:
Scott Harrell
757-766-1100 ext. 3347
Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (ICAR) Instructor
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified
Axalta Coating Systems
3M Manufacturing Company
30+ Years Experience
Projected Employment:
Overall employment of automotive body and glass repairers is projected to show 1% growth from 2022 to 2032. About 15,100 openings for automotive body and glass repairers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. “Auto Body and Glass Repairers.” Occupational Outlook Handbook, US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 11 October, 2023. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/automotive-body-and-glass-repairers.htm#tab-6
Career Pathways:
Auto Body Technician
Claims Adjuster, Appraiser, & Investigator
Automotive Glass Installer & Repairer
Automotive Service Technician & Mechanic
Heavy Vehicle & Mobile Equipment Service Technician
Diesel Service Technician & Mechanic
Painting & Coating Worker