Technical Diploma
Program Overview
This program is designed to prepare students to complete safe and quality repairs and become knowledgeable vehicle repair and maintenance technicians. Students completing the Auto Body Repair concentration are prepared to complete structural, non-structural, mechanical, and electrical repairs as well as to conduct damage appraisals in the auto body repair industry. Specialized classroom instruction and practical shop experience prepare students for employment in a variety of jobs in the field of auto body repair. This program covers curriculum developed by I-CAR. Students who successfully complete the program will be nationally certified by I-CAR.
A Career and Technical Certificate (CTC) may be earned after the first semester, and the Auto Body Repair Technician Technical Diploma (TD) may be earned upon completion of all technical courses. Students have the option to complete the Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Associate of Applied Science with a concentration in Auto Body Repair by completing General Education courses in addition to the technical courses.
To receive this degree, the student must:
- Complete the program of study below.
- Earn a “C” or better in all courses that are to be used towards the degree.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate the skills needed for entry and advanced levels of employment in a collision repair career.
- Demonstrate the ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain the operation of motor vehicles.
- Demonstrate safe and efficient work practices, basic occupational skills, employability skills, and strong work ethics.
First Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MVSB 1002 | Fundamentals of Safety | 2 |
| MVSB 1003 | Motor Vehicle Service Basics | 3 |
| MVSB 1604 | Electrical Essentials | 4 |
| CLRP 1105 | Non-Structural Damage | 5 |
| CLRP 1114 | Straighten, Pull, and Anchor | 4 |
Semester Total: 18
Second Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CLRP 1218 | Collision Repair Appraisal | 8 |
| CLRP 1224 | Paint and Refinish | 4 |
| CLRP 1152 | Auto Body Internship I | 2 |
Semester Total: 14
Third Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MVSB 1703 | Heating & Air Conditioning | 3 |
| CLRP 1314 | Section, Cut, and Weld | 4 |
| CLRP 1324 | Auto Body Welding | 4 |
| CLRP 1252 | Auto Body Internship II | 2 |
Semester Total: 13
Total Program Credit Hours: 45
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MVSB 1002 | Fundamentals of Safety | 2 |
| MVSB 1003 | Motor Vehicle Service Basics | 3 |
| MVSB 1604 | Electrical Essentials | 4 |
| CLRP 1105 | Non-Structural Damage | 5 |
| CLRP 1114 | Straighten, Pull, and Anchor | 4 |
CTC, Non-Structural Technician: 18 Credit Hours
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MVSB 1002 | Fundamentals of Safety | 2 |
| MVSB 1003 | Motor Vehicle Service Basics | 3 |
| MVSB 1604 | Electrical Essentials | 4 |
| MVSB 1703 | Heating & Air Conditioning | 3 |
| CLRP 1105 | Non-Structural Damage | 5 |
| CLRP 1114 | Straighten, Pull, and Anchor | 4 |
| CLRP 1218 | Collision Repair Appraisal | 8 |
| CLRP 1224 | Paint and Refinish | 4 |
| CLRP 1152 | Auto Body Internship I | 2 |
| CLRP 1314 | Section, Cut, and Weld | 4 |
| CLRP 1324 | Auto Body Welding | 4 |
| CLRP 1252 | Auto Body Internship II | 2 |
TD, Auto Body Repair Technician: 45 Credit Hours
Students interested in pursuing the Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Associate of Applied Science degree with a concentration in Auto Body Repair should contact the Technical Education Division at 225-216-8367.