Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing

2½ to 4 Semester Program

Program Coordinator and Instructor: Butler

Instructor: Beamis

Three Certificate Options, one Associate of Applied Science degree, and one Bachelor of Applied Technology degree are available.

Automotive Collision Repair

(2½ Semesters)

A minimum of 56 credits is required for a certificate in Automotive Collision Repair. Required courses:

ACRR 100     Technical General Education      1-16 cr
ACRR 146     Introduction to Collision
             and Refinishing                     8 cr
ACRR 147     Minor Collision Repair and
             Refinishing                         8 cr
ACRR 210     Advanced Collision Repair I         8 cr
ACRR 211     Advanced Collision Repair II        8 cr
ACRR 212     Advanced Collision Repair III       8 cr
                                         TOTAL: 56 cr

Automotive Refinishing

(2½ Semesters)

A minimum of 56 credits is required for a certificate in Automotive Collision Repair. Required Courses:

ACRR 100     Technical General Education      16 cr
ACRR 146     Introduction to Collision
             and Refinishing                   8 cr
ACRR 147     Minor Collision Repair and     
             Refinishing                       8 cr
ACRR 160     Advanced Refinishing I            8 cr
ACRR 161     Advanced Refinishing II           8 cr
ACRR 162     Advanced Refinishing III          8 cr
                                       TOTAL: 56 cr

Automotive Refinishing

(4 Semesters)

A minimum of 80 credits is required for an advanced technical certificate in Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing. Required courses:

ACRR 100     Technical General Education     1-16 cr
ACRR 146     Introduction to Collision and
             Refinishing                        8 cr
ACRR 147     Minor Collision Repair and     
             Refinishing                        8 cr
ACRR 160     Advanced Refinishing I             8 cr
ACRR 161     Advanced Refinishing II            8 cr
ACRR 162     Advanced Refinishing III           8 cr
             OR
ACRR 252     Cooperative Work Experience        8 cr
ACRR 210     Advanced Collision Repair I        8 cr
ACRR 211     Advanced Collision Repair II       8 cr
ACRR 212     Advanced Collision Repair III      8 cr
             OR
ACRR 252     Cooperative Work Experience        8 cr
                                        TOTAL: 80 cr 

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing

(4 Semesters)

A minimum of 92 credits is required for an Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing. Required Courses:

Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing, plus:

TGE 153      Applied Technical Speaking         2 cr
TGE 154      English Composition for Technicians4 cr
TGE 156      Applied Business Principles        2 cr
TGE 158      Applied Job Search                 2 cr
TGE 160      Applied Human Relations            2 cr
                                        TOTAL: 92 cr

Courses

Students who demonstrate adequate academic skill to succeed in the occupational content courses of the program will be given an "S" grade for ACRR 100 and will not be required to attend the initial session. Students must have (or have ordered) tools necessary for Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing prior to enrolling in ACRR 146.

Technical General Education Elective

TGE 140 First Year Seminar 1 credit. This course provides an introduction to the nature of postsecondary education and a general orientation to the functions and resources at Idaho State University. This course is designed to help first-year and transfer students adjust to the University, develop a better understanding of the learning process, and acquire essential survival skills. The course utilizes presenters from various campus support systems, collaborative learning activities, and written assignments which involve student resources and activities on campus. The course also provides a support group of students in a critical transition year by examining problems common to first-year experience. It covers University resources, learning strategies, study techniques, test anxiety, time management, test preparation, and problem solving.

ACRR 100 Technical General Education (variable) 1-16 credits. The basic mathematical skills of fractions, decimals, percents, proportions are reviewed. Also, for technical fields, beginning algebra through the application of the quadratic equation is studied. An experiment-based science class that emphasizes development and application of equations and problem-solving techniques is taught. Communication skills, critical thinking and basic technical writing are stressed.

ACRR 146 Introduction to Automotive Collision and Refinishing 8 credits. Orientation to university, school, and program policies and procedures. Theory and practice to use and care for body tools, fasteners; operation of oxyacetylene and M.I.G. welding equipment including brazing and cutting . Also, the fundamentals of basic metal finishing including the use of plastic filler. Safety rules and procedures will be emphasized. PREREQ: Must have tools required or ordered within one week of beginning of class or withdraw. "Right to know" laws, OSHA, and hazardous material are stressed.

ACRR 147 Minor Collision Repair and Refinishing 8 credits. The metal finishing with fillers is continued. Refinishing fundamentals are taught and practiced, including prepping vehicles for refinishing from washing the vehicle to the final top color or clear coat. Projects will be both component and customer vehicles. Systems application is taught. PREREQ: ACRR 146.

ACRR 160 Advanced Refinishing I 8 credits. Advanced technical refinishing terms will be introduced and explained along with Environmental Protection Agency laws. High Volume Low Pressure application will be used. Emphasis on detailing a vehicle. System application will be emphasized.

ACRR 161 Advanced Refinishing II 8 credits. Single stage, two stage and tri-coating will be stressed in live projects. The ability to use High Volume Low Pressure application system will be improved, paint problems will be introduced. PREREQ: ACRR 160.

ACRR 162 Advanced Refinishing III 8 credits. This course will prepare the student to match the area to be refinished for a better blend with the existing finish. Striping and painting variation of applications. Problems will be covered again. PREREQ: ACRR 161.

ACRR 210 Advanced Collision Repair I 8 credits. Training in automotive electrical circuitry. Fiberglass, interior and exterior plastic repair will be taught, glass removal and replacement, and removable body panel and parts. Advanced training in panel alignment and replacement. Advanced welding techniques will be taught.

ACRR 211 Advanced Collision Repair II 8 credits. Damage inspection and use of shop manuals will be used in damage analysis and writing collision damage reports. Basic frame and unibody repair and alignment. Steering and alignment systems will be diagnosed and repaired in conjunction with frame and unibody repair. PREREQ: ACRR 210.

ACRR 212 Advanced Collision Repair III 8 credits. Advanced training in the areas needed most that have been covered in ACRR 210 and 211, with emphasis placed on quality and speed. PREREQ: ACRR 210, ACRR 211.

ACRR 252 Cooperative Work experience 8 credits. An opportunity for the student to receive on-the-job work experience with an automotive body business in either collision repair or refinishing.

ACRR 299 Special Topics (variable) 1-8 credits. Addresses the specific needs of individuals, enabling students to upgrade their technical skills through part-time enrollment in units of instruction that are currently available through the program's full-time pre-employment curriculum. Permission of the instructor is required.

TGE 153 Applied Technical Speaking 2 credits. Course provides principles of technical and business speech communication. Includes informative and persuasive presentations, effective meeting organization and listening skill development. Meets general education requirement for the A.A.S. degree.

TGE 154 English Composition for Technicians 4 credits. This is a basic composition course in which students develop skills in understanding and writing paragraphs and essays. Meets General Education Requirement for A.A.S. degree.

TGE 156 Applied Business Principles 2 credits. The course provides students with an overview of economic principles related to technical courses of study. Meets general education requirement for the A.A.S. degree.

TGE 158 Applied Job Search 2 credits. Course provides techniques and development of employment process skills. Includes instruction in resumé/cover letter writing, interviewing, company research, and portfolio preparation. Meets general education requirement for the A.A.S. degree.

TGE 160 Applied Human Relations 2 credits. Course provides a study of human behavior in an occupational environment with emphasis on communications, motivation, leadership and personal attitude. Meets general education requirement for the A.A.S. degree.

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