What You’ll Learn
Start your path to a hands-on career in automotive restoration and repair, working with the latest tools and industry methods. In the Collision Repair Technology program, you will learn the skills needed to repair and refinish damaged vehicles using industry-standard methods and equipment. Training focuses on hands-on practice, attention to detail and safe shop procedures.
You can learn how to:
- Assess vehicle damage and identify needed repairs by accessing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) repair procedures
- Restore full-frame and unibody vehicle frames to manufacturer specifications
- Perform welding and panel bonding for full and partial panel replacement
- Prepare damaged vehicle surfaces through filling, sanding, prepping and masking
- Apply single- and multi-stage paint materials for a quality finish
- Use tools, materials, equipment and repair techniques common in collision repair shops
- Diagnose and repair electrical problems caused by collision damage and calibrate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) sensors after a collision.
- Build the job-ready skills needed for entry-level work in collision repair
This training helps you develop a strong foundation in auto body repair and refinishing while preparing you for work in the collision repair industry.
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What You Can Do
Collision Repair Technology can lead to hands-on careers in the automotive repair industry. Employers need trained workers who can restore damaged vehicles, follow manufacturer standards and deliver high-quality results.
This field has a strong demand for skilled professionals, as drivers continue to need repair services after accidents and everyday wear and tear. With experience, you may move into advanced repair work, shop leadership, estimating or even start your own business.
