Idaho State University Undergraduate Catalog
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.
*Program length will vary depending on student's academic qualifications at time of acceptance.
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 Collision Repair and Refinishing
(4 Semesters)A minimum of 80 credits is required for a 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 151 Applied Technical Writing I 2 cr TGE 152 Applied Technical Writing II 2 cr TGE 153 Applied Technical Speaking 2 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.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 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. "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 again will be covered. 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 151 Applied Technical Writing I 2 credits. Course provides instruction in informal technical report writing and business correspondence. Includes grammar/punctuation review, introduction to word processing and technical terminology/vocabulary building. Meets general education requirement for A.A.S. degree.
TGE 152 Applied Technical Writing II 2 credits. Course provides instruction in techniques and application of formal technical report writing and fundamentals of research and development. Meets general education requirement for the A.A.S. degree.
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 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 résumé/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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