Automotive Collision Repair (ACRP)

ACRP1000. Intro/Auto Collision Repair. (4 Credits)

This course provides instruction in procedures and practices necessary for safe and compliant operation of auto collision repair facilities. It introduces vehicle construction types and the parts identification of the structural members of various unibodies and frames used for automobiles as well as equipment and hand tools used in collision repair tasks.

ACRP1005. Automobile Comp Repair&Replace. (4 Credits)

This course provides instruction in removal and replacement methods of a variety of non-structural cosmetic and safety features of the automobile as well as bolt-on body panels.

ACRP1010. Foundations of Collision Repai. (5 Credits)

This course introduces the materials, tools, and operations required to repair minor collision damage and it provides instruction in non-metallic auto body repair techniques.

ACRP1015. Fund of Automotive Welding. (4 Credits)

This course introduces welding and cutting procedures used in auto collision repair. Emphasis will be placed on MIG welding techniques through a variety of different procedures.

ACRP1017. Mech. & Electr. Systems I. (4 Credits)

This course introduces suspension and steering, braking, and drive train systems found on vehicles typically requiring repair of damages incurred throug automobile collisions.

ACRP1018. Mechanical and Electrical Syst. (4 Credits)

This course introduces the various mechanical and electrical systems found on vehicles typically requiring repair of damages incurred through automobile collisions.

ACRP1019. Mechan. & Elect. Sys. II. (5 Credits)

This course introduces the various electrical, heating and AC, engine cooling, fuel and intake, and restraint systems foud on vehicles typically requiring repair of damages incurred through autromobile collisions.

ACRP2000. Introduction to Refinishing. (5 Credits)

This course introduces the hand and pneumatic tools, spray guns, materials and procedures involved in preparing automobile bodies for refinishing. Typical methods and techniques used in detailing a refinished automobile surface are also introduced in this course.

ACRP2001. Intro to Auto Paint. & Refin.. (5 Credits)

This course covers the safety precautions followed during the painting and refinishing processes used in a shop during collision repairs. Basic surface preparations will be discussed and practiced. Spray gun types and basic operations will also be introduced.

ACRP2002. Painting & Refinish. Techniq.. (5 Credits)

This course covers the fundamental refinishing tasks of mixing, matching and applying various types of automotive paints. Paint defect causes and cures will be examined in depth. Final delivery detaiing and tasks will also be practiced and discussed.

ACRP2005. Fundamentals of Refinishing I. (5 Credits)

The course introduces the spray gun equipment, materials, and techniques used in the application of special paints. Emphasis will be placed on automotive refinishing theories and procedures.

ACRP2008. Fundamentals of Refinishing II. (3 Credits)

This course further expands on the spray gun equipment, materials, and techniques used in the application of special paints to automobile finishes introduced in Fundamentals of Refinishing I. Emphasis will be placed on blending, tinting, and matching colors.

ACRP2009. Refinishing Internship. (2 Credits)

Provides occupation-based learning opportunities for students pursuing the Paint and Refinishing specialization. Students will be mentored by qualified professional technicians as they experience working in the Automotive Collision Repair profession in an industry standard commercial repair facility or industry standard simulated on-campus facility. Topics include: sanding, priming, and paint preparation; special refinishing applications; urethane enamels; tint and match colors; and detailing.