Automotive Collision Repair Technology - Formerly Body and Fender Mechanic - Major #8071

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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


Training in this field is designed to prepare the student for employment in auto body repairing, reconstruction, and finishing.

Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Straighten and fill damaged sheet metal.
  2. 2. Mix and apply body fillers, puttys and plastic repair systems.
  3. 3. Remove and reattach body panels and align.
Effective Term: 2024 Summer Semester

Term 1

18 units

AT 10
Technical Computer Applications

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
This course is an introduction to computers, elements of computer hardware and software and how they are used in the workplace, and the social impact of computers. Students will experience a hands-on introduction and develop general computer skills for technical programs such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation applications, and email. (A, CSU, UC)

WELD 2A
Introduction to Welding Technology

6 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
This course features Oxy-Fuel Cutting (OFC), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. An emphasis on good manipulative welding skills for joining steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Use of various electrodes. An introduction to the electrode and base metal classification system. (A, CSU)

Basic ACR

9 units

ACRT 151
Basic ACR

9 units
Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
Theory and practice in minor auto body repair. Principles of auto construction and design. Correct use and application of body shop hand tools, power tools and equipment. Diagnosis and repair of minor/major collision damage and body alignment. Emphasis on automotive safety procedures and shop safety. Not open to students that have completed ACRT 151B. (A)
Course Details:
  1. Advisory: WELD 2A
        or

        Basic ACR

        9 units
        ACRT 151A
        Basic ACR
        4.5 units
        Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
        Theory and practice in minor auto body repair. Principles of auto construction and design. Correct use and application of body shop hand tools, power tools and equipment. Diagnosis and repair of minor/major collision damage and body alignment. Emphasis on automotive safety procedures and shop safety. (A)
        Course Details:
        1. Advisory: WELD 2A
              and
              ACRT 151B
              Basic ACR
              4.5 units
              Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
              Theory and practice in minor auto body repair. Principles of auto construction and design. Correct use and application of body shop hand tools, power tools and equipment. Diagnosis and repair of minor/major collision damage and body alignment. Emphasis on automotive safety procedures and shop safety. (A)
              Course Details:
              1. Prerequisite: ACRT 151A

                    Term 2

                    14 units

                    AT 21
                    Occupational Safety and Health

                    2 units
                    Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                    Students will learn about employer and employee responsibility, federal and state legislation, accident reports, industrial hygiene, personal protective equipment, materials handling and storage, hazard communication, guarding machines and mechanisms, hand and portable power tools, electrical safety, and fire protection. If the specific attendance and testing requirements are met, students in this class may be eligible to receive the Federal or California OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 General Industry or Construction Card. (A, CSU)

                    AT 40
                    Preparing for Employment Opportunities

                    3 units
                    Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                    Students will learn the importance of human relations competencies and professional workplace communications including written, oral and presentation skills in the work world. Students will develop job-seeking skills including preparing resumes, preparing portfolios and honing job search and interview skills. (A, CSU)

                    Advanced ACR

                    9 units

                    ACRT 153
                    Advanced ACR

                    9 units
                    Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
                    Estimation of body repair and refinishing, analysis of mechanical components, repair of auto plastics, auto body panel replacement and adjustment, restoration of corrosion protection, application of materials for spot repair and complete repaints, surface preparation on all types of substrates, paint materials used in refinishing, refinishing equipment, and other body shop repairs such as glass and trim removal and replacement. Emphasis on automotive safety procedures and shop safety. Not open to students that have completed ACRT 153B. (A)
                    Course Details:
                    1. Prerequisite: ACRT 151
                          or

                          Advanced ACR

                          9 units
                          ACRT 153A
                          Advanced ACR
                          4.5 units
                          Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
                          Estimation of body repair and refinishing, analysis of mechanical components, repair of auto plastics, auto body panel replacement and adjustment, restoration of corrosion protection, application of materials for spot repair and complete repairs, surface preparation on all types of substrates, paint materials used in refinishing, refinishing equipment, and other body shop repairs such as glass and trim removal and replacement. Emphasis on automotive safety procedures and shop safety. (A)
                          Course Details:
                          1. Advisory: WELD 2A
                                and
                                ACRT 153B
                                Advanced ACR
                                4.5 units
                                Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
                                Estimation of body repair and refinishing, analysis of mechanical components, repair of auto plastics, auto body panel replacement and adjustment, restoration of corrosion protection, application of materials for spot repair and complete repaints, surface preparation on all types of substrates, paint materials use in refinishing, refinishing equipment, and other body shop repairs such as glass and trim removal and replacement. Emphasis on automotive safety procedures and shop safety. (A)
                                Course Details:
                                1. Prerequisite: ACRT 153A
                                2. Advisory: WELD 2A
                                      Total: 32 units