Auto Body Technology

Para-Professional:

Course Description:

Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing technology is growing and changing at a very rapid pace. Program instruction is set up with a balance of lectures, demonstrations and hands-on teaching on the equipment service floor. This course prepares individuals to apply basic technical knowledge and skills in seven competence areas: 1) safety & maintenance; 2) damage analysis and preparing cost estimates; 3) disassemble and assemble parts; 4) non-structural repairs; 5) metal, plastic and fiberglass repairs; 6) paint and refinishing techniques. Upon completion of the program, State of Michigan Mechanic's Certification testing is available at the Center.

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Auto Body

Student Quotes:

"I liked this class because it was all hands on and aill be usefull later in life."
- Auto Body Technology Student, 2007-08

"I liked it when a car came in all smashed up and when it was finished you could say, 'Wow, I did that!"
- Auto Body Technology Student, 2006-07

Special Features of the Program:

Student may take the State of Michigan certification tests.

Customer service work is scheduled into the curriculum.

The program prepares students to specialize in the Automotive or Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology programs.

Work-based learning opportunities are available for qualified students.

View a list of program advisors:

Auto Body advisory committee