Auto Collision Technology

  • Auto Collision Technology
     
    If you enjoy a hands-on setting, you’ll enjoy Auto Collision. In this program, students will begin with the construction of today’s vehicles, tools for body repair, and safety. Students will learn how to disassemble vehicles for parts replacement after a collision, refinishing, and restoring to pre-accident condition.
     
     
    Location
     
    Normandy High School
     
    Credits
     
    Junior Year - 3
    Senior Year - 3
     
    Certifications
     
    OSHA 10 Hour Card
    ICAR Collision Repair
     
    Post-Secondary
     
    Some jobs are available out of high school such as paint and body preparation, delivery and in parts departments
     
    With continued education, students can be employed as managers, work in customer service, be a shop foreman or work in specialized fields (mechanics, custom glass, upholstering)
     
    College Credit
     
    Available college credit awarded upon meeting articulation requirements
     
    Equipment Used
     
    Hand tools (specialized auto body and mechanical)
    Power tools (grinders, sanders, drills, and cutters)
    Paint Spray Equipment
    Frame and unibody straightening equipment
    Welding (torches, MIG, plastic)
    Automotive lifts and jacks
     
    Skills Learned
     
    Use of hand tools and equipment
    Terminology
    Steel and plastic repair techniques
    Gas and MIG
    Damage repair estimating
    Painting and refinishing
     
    Student Organization
     
    SkillsUSA
     
    Competitions
     
    SkillsUSA
     
    Teacher Contact Information
     
    Alan Bradny
    (440) 885-8680
     
     

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