Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology, AAS

A60130

Official Program Description registered with the NC Community College System:

Curriculums in the Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair pathway prepare individuals for employment as entry-level transportation service technicians. The program provides an introduction to transportation industry careers and increases student awareness of the diverse technologies associated with this dynamic and challenging field.

Course work may include transportation systems theory, braking systems, climate control, design parameters, drive trains, electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, environmental regulations, materials, product finish, safety, steering/suspension, transmission/transaxles, and sustainable transportation, depending on the program major area chosen.

Graduates of this pathway should be prepared to take professional licensure exams, which correspond to certain programs of study, and to enter careers as entry-level technicians in the transportation industry.

Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, reconstruct and finish automobile bodies, fenders, and external features. Includes instruction in structure analysis, damage repair, non-structural analysis, mechanical and electrical components, plastics and adhesives, painting and refinishing techniques, and damage analysis and estimating.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Degree program, the new graduate should be able to perform vehicle repairs related to the I-CAR PDP-EE Pro-Level 1 Non-Structural and Refinishing including Painting and Refinishing, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, and Mechanical and Electrical Components.

Degree Awarded

An Associate in Applied Science Degree-Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology is awarded by the College upon completion of this program.

Note

All students are required to purchase a laptop, personal protective equipment, safety glasses, specialty tools, and uniforms. Costs are available by calling the Collision Repair and Refinishing instructor at (919) 739-6821.

For More Information

The Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology program is in the Applied Technology Division. For more information, call (919) 739-6819 or (919) 739-6821 visit us at our Web site at www.waynecc.edu.

Admissions

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A placement test in English, mathematics, reading, and computer skills are required to determine entry-level courses that match individual needs.

First Step To Enroll:

Call the Admissions and Records Office at (919) 739-6720.

First Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ACA 111College Student Success
1

1

TRN 110Introduction to Transport Technology
3

2

TRN 180Basic Welding for Transportation
5

3

AUB 111Painting & Refinishing I
8

4

AUB 121Non-Structural Damage I
5

3

AUB 131Structural Damage I
6

4

Total Credit Hours:17

Second Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
AUB 112Painting & Refinishing II
8

4

AUB 122Non-Structural Damage II
8

4

AUB 132Structural Damage II
8

4

ENG 111Writing and Inquiry
3

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Summer Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
AUB 141Mechanical & Electrical Components I
4

3

AUB 142Mechanical & Electrical Components II
12

6

TRN 140Transportation Climate Control
3

2

MAT 110Mathematical Measurement and Literacy
4

3

Total Credit Hours:14

Third Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ENG 114Professional Research & Reporting
3

3

TRN 170PC Skills for Transportation
3

2

AUB 136Plastics & Adhesives
5

3

AUC 114Custom Fiberglass Skills
6

4

AUB 162Autobody Estimating
3

2

OR

WBL 112Work-Based Learning I
20

2

Total Credit Hours:14

Fourth Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
AUC 112Automotive Custom Fabrication
6

4

 

AUB 114Special Finishes
3

2

OR

WBL 122Work-Based Learning II
20

2

 

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3

3

Social/Behavioral Science Elective
3

3

Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 72

Electives

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives

Choose one course from the Humanities/Fine Arts list of Optional General Education Courses from AAS Programs.
Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits

Social/Behavioral Science Electives

Choose one course from the Social/Behavioral Science list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits