The Auto Collision, Repair and Refinishing Program

The Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Program is an intensive three-year NATEF (National Automotive Technician Education Foundation) certified training program that emphasizes the application of skills in all areas of automobile collision trade. This program provides training with the latest technology utilizing hands-on experiences in all aspects of vehicle repair and reconditioning including sheet metal work, unibody alignment, MIG welding, collision repair, computerized estimating and finish painting. This program is in the process of “going green” by implementing waterborne paint into the program.

The ninth grade exploratory program emphasizes shop safety and the basic skills needed in the auto collision trade. In addition, instruction is provided on the use of tools and application procedures. The use of visual demonstrations and hands-on experiences provide students with an excellent introduction to a career in this exciting field.

Students who select automotive collision repair and refinishing as their major course of study will be provided with instruction and experiences that will enable them to apply and demonstrate the acquisition of competencies in the following areas:

♦ Proper use of measuring, hand and power tools
♦ Inspecting & repairing frames
♦ Preparing and executing a repair plan
♦ Repairing and adjusting outer panels
♦ Finishing and painting automotive bodies
♦ Repairing mechanical and electrical components
♦ Repairing plastics and using adhesives
♦ Opportunity to earn S/P2 Safety & Pollution Prevention Training Certificate
♦ OSHA 10-hour, First Aid AND CPR Certifications
♦ SP2 Certification
♦ EPA GH Painter Certification

Career opportunities upon completion of the program include, but are not limited to:

♦ Postsecondary Education in Collision Repair Technologies
♦ Eligible to apply for; ASE National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence,
One-year trade credit towards two-year requirement
♦ ASE Certification
♦ automobile painter
♦ automobile assembler
♦ frame technician
♦ automobile detailer
♦ dealer prep person
♦ insurance estimator
♦ glass installer
♦ parts specialist
♦ paint technician
♦ auto body equipment salesperson
♦ insurance claims adjuster

Auto Collision, Repair and Refinishing Program Courses

LYAC09 AUTO COLLISION REPAIR AND REFINISHING 2.5 CREDITS GRADE 9
LYAC10 AUTO COLLISION REPAIR AND REFINISHING 10 CREDITS GRADE 10
LYAC11 AUTO COLLISION REPAIR AND REFINISHING 15 CREDITS GRADE 11
LYAC12 AUTO COLLISION REPAIR AND REFINISHING 15 CREDITS GRADE 12