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.
First Step To Enroll:
Call the Admissions and Records Office at (919) 739-6720.
First Semester
| ACA 111 | College Student Success |
1
| 1 |
| TRN 110 | Introduction to Transport Technology |
3
| 2 |
| TRN 180 | Basic Welding for Transportation |
5
| 3 |
| AUB 111 | Painting & Refinishing I |
8
| 4 |
| AUB 121 | Non-Structural Damage I |
5
| 3 |
| AUB 131 | Structural Damage I |
6
| 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 17 |
Second Semester
| AUB 112 | Painting & Refinishing II |
8
| 4 |
| AUB 122 | Non-Structural Damage II |
8
| 4 |
| AUB 132 | Structural Damage II |
8
| 4 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
3
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 15 |
Summer Semester
| AUB 141 | Mechanical & Electrical Components I |
4
| 3 |
| AUB 142 | Mechanical & Electrical Components II |
12
| 6 |
| TRN 140 | Transportation Climate Control |
3
| 2 |
| MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy |
4
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 14 |
Third Semester
| ENG 114 | Professional Research & Reporting |
3
| 3 |
| TRN 170 | PC Skills for Transportation |
3
| 2 |
| AUB 136 | Plastics & Adhesives |
5
| 3 |
| AUC 114 | Custom Fiberglass Skills |
6
| 4 |
| AUB 162 | Autobody Estimating |
3
| 2 |
| | OR | | |
| WBL 112 | Work-Based Learning I |
20
| 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 14 |
Fourth Semester
| AUC 112 | Automotive Custom Fabrication |
6
| 4 |
| | | | |
| AUB 114 | Special Finishes |
3
| 2 |
| | OR | | |
| WBL 122 | Work-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
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Humanities/Fine Arts list of Optional General Education Courses from AAS Programs.
Social/Behavioral Science Electives
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