Autobody and Collision Technology

1.Targets:

Our certified instructors bring real-world industry experience to teach you the knowledge to reshape and restore a wide range of vehicles.

2.Description:

Accidents happen on the roadways, and trained auto body experts are needed to assess the damage and estimate the cost for insurance, to order new parts, to fix the damage and to inspect repaired vehicles according to quality assurance standards. Our certified instructors bring real-world industry experience to teach you the knowledge to reshape and restore a wide range of vehicles. CaiCollege Collision Repair & Refinish Technology program was developed in compliance with collision repair training standards as defined by the industry, including car manufacturers, insurance companies and employers.

The program is a 2 Level comprehensive training progress. The combination of classroom training, lab and shop practice training and real customer service practice training offers our Auto Body Repair and Refinishing students the best preparation for a great career in the auto industry with knowledge all makes of cars. A wide employment options after graduation are outstanding.

3.Program Hours:

Every Level, 60 hrs in class+ 30 hrs in lab

4.Course Sessions:

Introduction to the Automotive Industry and Shop Safety
Electrical Fundamentals
General Hand tool and Power Tool Use
Repair and restore damaged motor vehicles
Assess body damage
Develop repair estimates and repair plans
Surface Preparation
Auto Body Construction and Components

5.Price:

CAD$1,850 / each level

Level 1: COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of this course, directly under master students will be able to:

Adhere to industry health and safety standards in the repair and reconditioning of automotive vehicles

Perform cutting, welding and heating processes to industry and vehicle manufacturers’ standards

Remove and install vehicle components to manufacturers fit and finish standards

Prepare surfaces for refinishing accounting for substrate conditions and manufacturers’ specifications

Preparation for top-coat application in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications

Perform top-coating procedures to achieve a variety of original equipment finishes

Remove, repair and install metal panels and components to original contour, fit and finish

Remove, repair and install plastic panels and components and composites to original contour, fit and finish

Use lifting equipment according to manufacturers' procedures in accordance with government safety regulations

Use spray and mixing equipment according to manufacturers' procedures in accordance with government safety regulations

Perform lap and plug welding processes on aluminum sheet metal to industry standards using MIG welding equipment

Describe spray booth setup, maintenance and troubleshooting

Mix various refinishing materials according to paint and vehicle manufacturers' recommendations and in accordance with government safety regulations

Describe single-stage paint application troubleshooting

Describe applying and blending basecoat/clearcoat and multistage paint

Describe colour adjustment theory and techniques

Repair metal panels and components including: complex steel sheet metal damage, door skin replacement, and aluminum sheet metal damage

Remove, repair and install various composite panels to vehicle and product manufacturers' recommendations in accordance with government safety regulations

Apply corrosion protection, seam sealers and sound deadeners according to vehicle and product manufacturers' recommendations in accordance with government safety regulations

Remove and install structural glass

Repair laminated glass

Remove and install non-structural glass

Remove, repair and install various interior components to vehicle and product manufacturers' recommendations and industry standards

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be independently able to:

Analyze vehicle conditions and documentation to develop organized repair plans

Use communication techniques to build and maintain professional industry and customer relations

Perform automotive detailing tasks and inspect repaired vehicles according to quality assurance standards

Organize parts, materials and work area to meet workflow time management goals

Prepare detailed repair plan based on a given work order with reference to repair sequence, parts and materials availability, and production deadlines

Analyze damage to non-ferrous metals and high strength steel used in vehicle construction

Identify and describe the removal of surface imperfections

COURSE TOPICS

Occupational Safety
Tools and Equipment
Gas Metal Arc Welding Steel Sheet Metal
Work Organization, Repair Plans and Communications
Auto Body Construction and Components
Sheet Metal Repair and Replacement
Plastics and Composites
Refinish Coatings
Surface Preparation
Refinish Application
Vehicle Detailing and Quality Control
Lifting Equipment Use and Maintenance
Aluminum MIG Welding and Equipment
Repair Planning for Workflow and Time Management
Refinishing Equipment Use, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Corrosion Protection, Seam Sealers and Sound Deadeners
Interior Components
Metal Panel Repairs
Composite Panel Repairs and Replacement
Automotive Glass Repairs
Refinishing Materials
Adjustment Theory and Techniques

Level 2: (Coming Soon)

Looking for a new challenge?

Our team of mechanics and technicians are experts in all aspects of automotive repair. From routine maintenance to major repairs, we have the knowledge and expertise to get the job done right the first time.