EXPLORATORY
AND INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR AND REFINISHING (3
credits)
All Grade 9 students go through the Exploratory Program. Please
see page 7 for more detail. Students deciding to enter the
field of automotive collision repair and refinishing will be
exposed to the basics of safety, as well as equipment identification
and use. Students are introduced to a variety of collision
repair and refinishing practices, such as metal cutting, straightening
and welding. Students are introduced to refinishing techniques
and are guided through planned activities and projects to determine
skill and ability. Students learn of the extensive variety
of careers available within the collision, repair and refinishing
industry. Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing,
vocabulary and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
BASIC
COLLISION REPAIR (3 credits)
In Grade 10, students examine the many types of contemporary
vehicle construction. Repair strategies are formulated based
on vehicle construction to provide safe, quality, permanent
repairs. Students are instructed in and practice repair procedures
for minor damage on actual vehicle parts. Cutting, welding
and shaping of various metals are taught and practiced along
with panel straightening. Appropriate use of body filler application,
shaping and finishing is taught and demonstrated. Students
practice body filler application and finishing on actual vehicle
parts. The many processes of painting and refinishing are introduced
and demonstrated with primers, base coats and finish coats.
Students continue to be exposed to the basics of safety, as
well as equipment identification and use. Technology-related
mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading
and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
COLLISION
COMPONENT REPAIR (3 credits)
In Grade 11, instruction in painting and refinishing is expanded.
Complete vehicle refinishing is introduced and practiced with
advanced masking. Students apply multistage coatings. Plastic
component repair and advanced abrasives are covered. Bolt-on
replacement panel installation and panel alignment is introduced
and practiced. Fixed and movable glass replacement is taught
and practiced as is computer estimating. The students will
perform in-school auto repair work for customers as it relates
to the curriculum. Students continue to be exposed to the basics
of safety, as well as equipment identification and use. Students
reaching an acceptable level of proficiency may be eligible
for Work Based Learning (WBL). Technology-related
mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading
and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
ADVANCED
COLLISION REPAIR (3 credits)
In Grade 12, perimeter, box and unibody frame measurement and
damage determination and repair are taught, demonstrated and
practiced. Frame measuring and measuring systems are introduced
and practiced. Students diagnose and repair steering and suspension
systems. Collision shop business management and customer service
are introduced and discussed. Students continue to receive
instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety
practices. The students will perform in-school auto repair
for customers as it relates to the curriculum. Students will
demonstrate the ability to complete a job application and interview
and to perform entry-level job readiness and trade skills. Students
reaching an acceptable level of proficiency may be eligible
for Work Based Learning (WBL). Each
student will take the National Occupational Competency Testing
Institute (NOCTI) exam, which is a performance-based test. Technology-related
mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading
and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Students
successfully completing this course of study will be able
to pursue a two year or a four year degree in the area
of automotive or mechanical engineering, or other related
fields. Students electing to immediately enter the
work force typically acquire positions as collision repair
technicians in new or used vehicle dealerships. Damage
estimating and vehicle appraisal are fields in which many
graduates find employment. Additional employment
in manufacturing or production facilities requiring painted
or coated finished products is also a viable employment
option.
