Automotive Body Repair and Restoration

Love cars, and love working with your hands? This is your program.

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Autobody reapair class student
About Automotive Body Repair and Restoration

Turn your passion for cars into a high-demand career with the Auto Body Repair and Restoration program. Whether you dream of working in a collision shop, restoring classic cars, or owning your own business, we'll give you the hands-on skills and training to succeed.

You'll learn the basic knowledge of auto construction, parts, materials, painting, tools and measurements, as well basic welding procedures/skills and required safety knowledge.

Advanced students will also demonstrate the knowledge needed to accurately estimate the materials, parts and amount of labor to complete the repairs.

In the end, you will have the basic skills for employment as an automotive detailer and collision repair helper and will be eligible to take the certification exams.

Learning Outcomes

  • Auto body knowledge
  • Metal shaping
  • Basic & advanced welding
  • Safety compliance
  • Parts replacement skills
  • Surface prep & painting
  • Plastic/composite repair
  • Repair cost estimating
Interests and Skills Match

Finding the right program starts with knowing what you enjoy—if these skills and interests sound like you, you might enjoy studying Automotive Body Repair and Restoration

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