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Autobody Repair

Curriculum Description

The Autobody Repair curriculum provides training in the use of equipment and materials of the autobody repair trade. The student studies the construction of the automobile body and techniques of autobody repairing, rebuilding, and refinishing.

The course work includes autobody fundamentals, industry overview, and safety. Students will perform hands-on repairs in the areas of non-structural and structural repairs, MIG welding, plastics and adhesives, refinishing, and other related areas.

Graduates of the curriculum should qualify for entry-level employment opportunities in the automotive body and refinishing industry. Graduates may find employment with franchised independent garages, or they may become self-employed.

The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Diploma

D60100
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2008

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
AUB 121	Non-Structural Damage I	1	4	3
AUB 131	Structural Damage I	2	4	4
AUB 134	Autobody MIG Welding	1	4	3
AUB 136	Plastics & Adhesives	1	4	3
AUB 160	Body Shop Operations	1	0	1
AUB 162	Autobody Estimating	1	2	2
	Total:	7	18	16

Spring Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
AUB 111	Painting & Refinishing I	2	6	4
AUB 122	Non-Structural Damage II	2	6	4
AUB 132	Structural Damage II	2	6	4
AUB 150	Automotive Detailing	1	3	2
	Total:	7	21	14

Summer Term

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
AUB 112	Painting & Refinishing II	2	6	4
AUB 114	Special Finishes	1	2	2
ENG 101	Applied Communications I	3	0	3
MAT 101	Applied Mathematics I	2	2	3
	Total:	8	10	12

Total Credit Hours: 42

D60100