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Course Description:
This
course presents current and future practices in the rapidly changing world of
auto body repair.
Projects and class work use the latest technologies, equipment and shop
practices. The
latest approaches to modern automobile repair and reconstruction require skilled
workmanship.
Students in
the Auto Body program learn all phases of auto body repair
including:
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the proper use of hand and power tools;
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damage analysis;
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rebuilding, reconditioning, sanding and refinishing;
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basic metalworking and dent repair;
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frame straightening;
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spray painting;
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welding;
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glass installation; and
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safety
practices.
Students also learn how to estimate, prepare job orders and general shop
operation.
The program
uses demonstration automobiles to provide students with the opportunity to
develop confidence by applying the theoretical concepts.
Prospective
students should have good hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, multi-limb
coordination, mechanical aptitude, skill with tools, physical strength, accuracy
and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
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