Everything you need or want to know about body work
Learn real skills by doing real repairs as part of your studies. We teach the current standards, from fixing small dents to rebuilding the bodies of wrecked or damaged vehicles.
Which skills do you learn?
You learn the materials used in filler compounds, the colors and chemicals of paints, welding and cutting, design and installation of trim, cost estimating and preparation for finish work.
Why do I need to go to school?
Body work is in great demand throughout the country. Knowledge of the latest technology is essential to fill these jobs. We teach you how to use fiberglass, plastic, aluminum welding, and other water-based materials.
What if I have experience, but limited time?
We teach a list of skills approved by the state and within the industry. You go at your own speed until all the skills are mastered at a job-entry level. Areas of study include:
- Non-structural parts (fenders and hoods)
- Welding (arc, lap and plug)
- Painting and refinishing (acrylic enamels, base clearcoat)
- Plastic repair
- Mechanical repairs
- Structural repairs
- Framework
- Electrical troubleshooting and repair
- Air conditioning service
What are your options?
You can choose your skill level and how long you study. Among the possibilities for certificates, a diploma and a degree are:
- Auto Body Painter Helper — (certificate, 26 credit hours) Works with painter, mixing paint, masking and preparing vehicle.
- Auto Body Helper — (certificate, 13 credit hours) Assists in replacing sheet metal, grinding, sanding, filing, priming, and helping frame technician.
- Automotive Painter — (certificate, 56 credit hours) Works on sheet metal, plastics and adhesives, frame work, and mechanical and electrical components, with emphasis on painting.
- Collision Repair Technician — (diploma, 63-65 credit hours) Works on sheet metal repair as a painter, frame technician, computer estimator, performing mechanical and electrical applications.
- Collision Repair Technician (Associate of Applied Science degree, minimum 42 credit hours + 15 restricted general education hours) —Works on sheet metal repair as a painter, frame technician, computer estimator, mechanical and electrical applications technician, or parts technician. With a more thorough understanding of the business and industry, can do anything associated with auto body.