Mid-America
Technology Center

Description:
This class provides the student with instruction needed to develop a working knowledge of basic techniques in automotive collision technology.  Theory and/or shop experience are gained in the areas of major and minor collision repair; spot, panel, and overall refinishing; color mixing; spray painting methods and materials; frame and uni-body alignment methods; and automotive MIG welding.

Hours:
Morning session - 8:10 - 11:10 a.m.
Afternoon session - 12:45 - 3:45 p.m.

Career Major Name:  Combination Collision Repair Technician
Clock Hours/Weeks of Instruction:  900/34
Normal Completion Time:  34 weeks for full-time status

Required Courses:

• Auto Collision Damage Analysis
• Auto Collision MIG (GMAW) Welding
• Auto Collision Non-Structural Metal Straightening/Repair
• Auto Collision Plastic Component Repair and Replacement
• Auto Collision Trim and Hardware
• Auto Collision Written Estimating
• Automotive Body Panel Adjustment and Alignment
• Automotive Detailing
• Automotive Glass Replacement
• Introduction to Collision Repair Technology
• Refinish Application
• Refinish Blending and Painting Defects
• Refinish Color Adjustment
• Refinish Preparation
• Workforce Skills Training
• Workforce Staging

Career Opportunities:

• Body Shop Supply Sales
• Automotive Paint Mixing and Sales
• Automotive Dismantler
• Automotive Body Parts Sales
• Metal Repair Technician
• Refinish Technician
• Plastic Repair Technician
• Automotive Detailer
• Estimate Writer

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Application Process:
High school students see home school counselor
Adults contact Mid-America counselor 405-449-3391

Average Salary:
$14,870-$41,600

Accreditation:
NATEF (National Automotive Technician Education Foundation)
OSBCTE (Oklahoma State Board of Career & Technology Education)

Certifications:

ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate

• Bronze
• Silver
• Gold
• Platinum

ODCTE Competency Certifications

• Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair Technician
• Painting and Refinishing Technician

ASE Entry-Level Certifications

• Painting and Refinishing
• Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
• Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
• Mechanical and Electrical Components

**CTSO: SkillsUSA

**Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO)