College Certificate - Collision Repair and Refinishing

This program provides students with a basic working knowledge of all areas of metal working and spray painting. Students will develop the skills and knowledge to repair damaged vehicles, including all phases of autobody repair and painting. 

Students will learn to weld and use trade tools and how to work with and shape sheet metal. Students will also learn the techniques required to realign and straighten the bodies and frames of cars. The program also teaches proper methods of patching, finishing, and preparing a panel for paint application.

Students will learn how to perform the necessary repairs and replacements to restore vehicles to their pre-damaged condition, and how to determine how much and what kind of work is needed for each vehicle.

Safety in the work environment is stressed. Environmentally friendly high-volume and low-pressure spray equipment is used along with Low V.O.C. refinishing products.

Prior to starting the program, students will be invited to attend a program overview information session. They will also be invited to participate in a math and reading skills diagnostic testing session that will advise students of their program readiness.