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Automotive Collision Repair Technology

LEESPORT, Pennsylvania | Berks Career & Technology Center - Leesport | ID: 167602

Overview

1057 COUNTY WELFARE RD LEESPORT, Pennsylvania 19533-9112
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Admissions Office:
610-743-7630
Classroom Training
Certificate of Competency in Automotive Collision Repair Technology
Employment Skill Gain
Industry Recognized Certificate/Certification
Postsecondary Diploma
Occupational Certificate/Certification
$17,655.00 - $17,655.00
Training(ETPL)

Description of Training Provider

Berks Career and Technology Center is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. We are also ISO 9001 Certified. We offer over 34 programs to prepare students for successful careers in the Construction, Engineering and Manufactu

Program Description

·         The Automotive Collision Repair Technology program is accredited by the National Automotive Training Education Foundation (NATEF) across all five recognized curriculum areas including 1) structural analysis and damage repair, 2) non-structural analysis and damage repair, 3) mechanical and electrical components, 4) plastics and adhesives, and 5) painting and refinishing. Furthermore, this NATEF approved program utilizes the industry standard I-CAR enhanced technical curriculum. Generally, students learn to reconstruct damaged automotive vehicles and light trucks. Students learn to examine damaged vehicles and estimate cost of repairs; remove, repair and replace body panels, accessories, grills, trim and automotive glass, and straighten unibody and conventional structures using state-of-the-art equipment and precision measuring systems. Refinishing processes and spray-painting techniques are taught in a controlled atmosphere downdraft spray booth according to industry standards. Students learn the proper use of power and hand tools, welding processes and techniques, and safety. Students are prepared to enter the auto body and collision industry as entry level technicians. Graduates are well qualified to enter the work force as an Auto Body Repairer, Successful graduates will receive a Certificate of Competency in Automotive Collision Repair Technology.

Skills & Competencies

Program Title:             Automotive Collision Repair Technology
 
Courses                                                          
                                                                       
Introduction to Auto Collision Repair
Welding
Reconditioning
Nonstructural Metal Finishing
Safety Precautions and Miscellaneous
Painting and Refinishing
Remove and Replace
Plastic and Adhesives
Unibody/Frame Collision Damage Repair
Estimating
Fiberglass Repair
Suspension
Electrical and Electronic Systems
Heating and Cooling Systems
Restraint Systems
Air Conditioning System
Certification
Career Education and Work
Hours: 1590

Additional Information

Service Costs

15,582.00
15,582.00
132.00
441.00
1,500.00

Performance Measures

Of those individuals who completed this course/program,
100% earned a post-secondary credential.
100% were employed within six months after completing training.

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