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Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology

Curriculum Description

Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Career Cluster:    Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Pathway:               Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair

Program Major    Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology

Pathway Description

Curriculums in the Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair pathway prepare individuals for employment as entry-level transportation service technicians. The program provides an introduction to transportation industry careers and increases student awareness of the diverse technologies associated with this dynamic and challenging field.

Course work may include transportation systems theory, braking systems, climate control, design parameters, drive trains, electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, environmental regulations, materials, product finish, safety, steering/suspension, transmission/transaxles, and sustainable transportation, depending on the program major area chosen.

Graduates of this pathway should be prepared to take professional licensure exams, which correspond to certain programs of study, and to enter careers as entry-level technicians in the transportation industry.

Program Major Description

A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, reconstruct and finish automobile bodies, fenders, and external features. Includes instruction in structure analysis, damage repair, non-structural analysis, mechanical and electrical components, plastics and adhesives, painting and refinishing techniques, and damage analysis and estimating. 

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

Associate in Applied Science

A60130 REVISED
NC CIP: 47.0603
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2014

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
AUB 111 Painting & Refinishing I 2 6 0 4
AUB 121 Non-Structural Damage I 1 4 0 3
AUB 136 Plastics & Adhesives 1 4 0 3
AUB 150 Automotive Detailing 1 3 0 2
TRN 110 Intro to Transport Tech NEW 2014 1 2 0 2
  Total: 6 19 0 14

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
AUB 122 Non-Structural Damage II 2 6 0 4
AUB 131 Structural Damage I 2 4 0 4
AUB 162 Autobody Estimating 1 2 0 2
TRN 140 Transp Climate Control NEW 2014 1 2 0 2
TRN 180 Basic Welding for Transp NEW 2014 1 4 0 3
  Total: 7 18 0 15

Summer Term

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
AUB 132 Structural Damage II 2 6 0 4
AUB 141 Mech & Elec Components I 2 2 0 3
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry NEW VERSION 2014 3 0 0 3
  Total: 7 8 0 10

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
AUB 112 Painting & Refinishing II 2 6 0 4
___ ___ Natural Science/Mathematics Elective * * * 3
___ ___ Other Major Hours Elective List 1 * * * 3
___ ___ Other Major Hours Elective List 1 * * * 4
  Total: 2 6 0 14

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
AUB 114 Special Finishes 1 2 0 2
AUB 142 Mech & Elec Components II 3 9 0 6
___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective ** ** 0 3
Select one:
Intro Interpersonal Com REVISED REQUISITE (3) (0) (0) (3)
  OR        
Public Speaking REVISED REQUISITE (3) (0) (0) (3)
  OR        
Prof Research & Reporting (3) (0) (0) (3)
  OR        
Oral Communication 3 0 0 3
Select one:
Interpersonal Psychology 3 0 0 3
  OR        
General Psychology REVISED REQUISITE (3) (0) (0) (3)
  Total: 10 11 0 17

Total Credit Hours: 70

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 230, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110

Natural Science/Mathematics Elective - Select a course: MAT 110 or MAT 143

Other Major Hours Elective List 1 - Select 7 credits: AUC 112, AUC 113, AUC 117, AUC 285

**Hours will vary depending on course selection.

A60130 REVISED
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