Auto Collision Paint Technology I
48 hours
Prerequisite: None
Students learn the regulations governing the auto body repair industry, safe shop practices, protective clothing requirements, and chemical safety. Students also learn how to use finishing and paint equipment safely and effectively.
Auto Collision Paint Technology II
48 hours
Prerequisite: Auto Collision Paint Technology I
Students learn to prepare surfaces for primers, primer surfaces, and primer sealers as well as identify and apply primers and primer surfacers. Students also learn how to mask a vehicle for different painting applications.
Auto Collision Paint Technology III
48 hours
Prerequisite: Auto Collision Paint Technology II
Students learn how to find vehicle paint codes and look them up in a data base. Students also learn how to mix paint and apply both single and multi-stage paints.
Auto Collision Paint Technology IV
48 hours
Prerequisite: Auto Collision Paint Technology III
Students learn how to repair painted surfaces, blend paint, and match color. Students also learn how to buff and detail a painted vehicle and remove and apply stripes and details.