Auto Collision Repair Technology, Diploma

Campus: Scott Community College

The Auto Collision Repair Technology program prepares students for the repair and refinishing of automotive vehicle bodies. The field has become an increasingly complex industry. The changing design of the automobile has resulted in an increased application of ultra-sensitive high-strength steel parts and the expanded use of molded composition and plastics for exterior panels.

Graduates of the diploma program are prepared for jobs in Auto Collision shop working under an Auto Collision Repair Specialist. All courses in this diploma apply to the AAS.

The Auto Collision Repair Technology program has achieved certification from National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

Plan of Study

Term 1

CRR 113 - Welding Survey 2.00 Credit(s)
CRR 140 - Orientation and Safety 3.00 Credit(s)
CRR 322 - Basic Metal Bumping and Repair 5.00 Credit(s)
CRR 452 - Trim and Component Panel Service 2.00 Credit(s)
CRR 801 - Refinishing I 3.00 Credit(s)
COM 102 - Communication Skills 3.00 Credit(s) OR
ENG 105 - Composition I 3.00 Credit(s)

Term Total: 18.00 Credits

Term 1 Optional Course

CRR 103 - Survey of Auto Collision Repair 1.50 Credit(s)

Term 2

CRR 114 - Welding Systems and Techniques 2.00 Credit(s)
CRR 200 - Plastic Repair 1.00 Credit(s)
CRR 405 - Nonstructural Panel Repair and Replacement 5.00 Credit(s)
CRR 507 - Structural Panel Repair and Replacement 5.00 Credit(s)
MAT 104 - Applied Math Topics 3.00 Credit(s) OR
PSY 213 - Industrial & Organizational Psychology 3.00 Credit(s)

Term Total: 16.00 Credits

Term 3-Summer

CRR 743 - Estimating 3.00 Credit(s)
CRR 825 - Refinishing Principles 5.00 Credit(s)

Term Total: 8.00 Credits

Diploma Total: 42.00 Credits

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