Automotive Collision Repair

This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to restore and refinish vehicles damaged by collision. This includes instruction in structural and non-structural repair, frame and panel reconstruction, damage analysis and estimating, mechanical and electrical component repair, plastics and adhesives, and painting and refinishing techniques.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

  • Develop entry-level skills and knowledge for employment in the automotive industry;. i.e., employment in an autobody repair facility, automotive paint shop.

  • Acquire the skills and knowledge to work safely in the lab/shop environment.

  • Demonstrate the ability to become part of the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR).

Program Requirements

Required Courses (16 units)

Course Title Units
AUB-50 Introduction to Automotive Collision Repair 4.00
AUB-51 Automotive Non-Structural Collision Repair and Estimating 4.00
AUB-54 Automotive Structural Collision Repair and Frame 4.00
AUB-56 Automotive Technology for the Automotive Collision Specialist 4.00

Elective Course (4 units)

Select 4 units from the following:

Course Title Units
AUB-59A Automotive Collision Service and Repair 2.00
AUB-52 Automotive Refinishing and Paint 4.00
AUB-60 Automotive Trim and Upholstery I 4.00
AUB-81 Advanced Collision Repair Techniques 4.00

Total Units 20.00

Associate of Science Degree

The Associate of Science Degree in Automotive Collision Repair will be awarded upon completion of the degree requirements, including general education and other graduation requirements as described in the college catalog.