Cert in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians

The Automotive Collision Repair program prepares students for work in collision repair and refinishing. Students can begin with either an introductory collision repair course or a sequence in detailing and minor collision repair. Advanced collision repair courses then build on that introductory work. Refinishing and polishing techniques are part of the curriculum. Students who choose the minor repair track complete courses in detailing and polishing. The program is 1.5 years in length and totals 37 credits. Students follow a Major Academic Plan to monitor progress through the required courses. Students in the program complete courses in collision repair safety, welding for collision repair, and refinishing. The advanced sequence builds on introductory skills with courses in advanced collision repair. Students should follow the Major Academic Plan for the timing of the sequence.