Welding
Automotive Collision Repair
Career Certificate
CIP Code: 470604 / SOC Code: 49-3021.00

Program Description
Automotive collision repair has expanded throughout the country to become a major field of automotive work. Repairing damages and restoring the original beauty of an automobile requires the work of a master craftsman. Working conditions and employment opportunities are excellent and will continue to grow. This Automotive Collision Repair program is designed to train students to repair an automobile correctly, economically, and safely. The program includes technology, welding, mathematics, shop safety, metal straightening, panel replacement, interior trim and body refinishing, auto electricity, glass replacement, frame straightening, fiber glass repair, and damage estimations. The student will learn how to become an automobile repair person with skills that include all phases of auto collision repair.

Entering students are required to complete ORT100. Transfer students are exempt from this requirement.

COM100 - Introductory Technical English I
MAH101 - Introductory Mathematics I
ABR111 - Non-Structural Repair
ABR114 - Non-Structural Panel Replacement
ABR122 - Surface Preparation
ABR123 - Paint Application & Equipment
ABR151 - Safety & Environmental Practices
ABR154 - Automotive Glass & Trim
ABR156 - Automotive Plastic Repairs
ABR213 - Automotive Structural Analysis
ABR2214 - Automotive Structural Repair
ABR223 - Automotive Mechanical Components
ABR224 - Automotive Electrical Components
ABR255 - Steering & Suspension
ABR258 - Heating & AC in Collision Repair
ABR261 - Restraint Systems
ABR265 - Paint Defects & Final Repairs
ABR266 - MIG Welding in Collision Repair (Aluminum)
Total Semester Credit Hours...................57

A high school diploma or GED is not required for admission to this program. Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll.

Transfer Credit: Students may receive up to one semester of Advanced Placement for Career Technical coursework completed at another institution.

Program Costs Program Cost Per Student

Tuition: $7,000

Tool Cost: $2,000

Other Costs (books & supplies): $1,000

Total Cost: $10,000

Career Completion Rates

Program Completion Rate:

Graduates: 3

On-Time Graduates: 1

On-Time Graduation Rate: 33%

Job Placement Rate: 57%
(4 out of 7 students)
(employed within 3 months after program completion)

Loan DebtMedian Loan Debt Incurred by Students

Loan Debt incurred for this program: $12,625.60

 


WorkAutomotive Collision Repair Career Information

-Automotive Collision Repair Occupations List
-Summary Report
-Occupation Profile for the State of Alabama
-Occupational Outlook
(Links Above to U.S. Department of Labor O*Net Site and the Bureau of Labor Statistics Website)

 

Program Advisors
E. Reid - (256-331-5231) -ereid@nwscc.edu
J. Hackworth - (256-331-5335) - joehackworth@nwscc.edu

The above information is provided in compliance with the U.S. Department of Education's Gainful Employment Regulations.
Updated: 6-28-11