Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Curriculum Description
The Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology curriculum prepares individuals to become qualified technicians who possess the diverse skills required to perform quality repairs and proper refinishing techniques on automobile bodies and to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
Coursework includes classroom and laboratory experiences that integrate technical application with academic theory. Emphasis is placed on autobody fundamentals, painting and refinishing, structural and non-structural damage repair, mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement, and common industry practices.
Graduates should be qualified to take National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examinations and also for entry-level employment in automotive dealerships, independent repair shops, or through self-employment, as collision repair and refinishing technicians.
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.
Associate in Applied Science
A60130
NC CIP: 47.0603
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POS Approved: Fall 2012
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUB 121 | Non-Structural Damage I | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| AUB 131 | Structural Damage I | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| AUB 134 | Autobody MIG Welding | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| AUB 136 | Plastics & Adhesives | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| AUB 160 | Body Shop Operations | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| AUB 162 | Autobody Estimating | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Total: | 7 | 18 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUB 111 | Painting & Refinishing I | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| AUB 122 | Non-Structural Damage II | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| AUB 132 | Structural Damage II | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| AUB 150 | Automotive Detailing | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Total: | 7 | 21 | 0 | 14 |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUB 112 | Painting & Refinishing II | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| AUB 114 | Special Finishes | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Models NEW REQUISITE | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Survey of Mathematics NEW REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| College Algebra NEW REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: | 9 | 8 | 0 | 12 | |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUB 141 | Mech & Elec Components I | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Customizing Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Customizing Elective | * | * | * | 4 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Intro Interpersonal Com | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Oral Communication | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: | 5 | 2 | 0 | 13 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUB 142 | Mech & Elec Components II | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: | 6 | 9 | 0 | 12 | |
Total Credit Hours: 67
Additional Information
Customizing Elective - Select a maximum of 7 hours: AUC 111, AUC 112, AUC 117, AUC 285
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ENG 125, ENG 131, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 121, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, or REL 110.
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
A60130