Automotive Collision Technician Associate of Applied Technology Degree
Skilled automotive collision technicians may be employed in new car dealerships, independent auto collision shops, and industrial and government agency motor pools.
Included in this program are academic courses in communication, quantitative reasoning, and social sciences that provide knowledge and abilities that enhance personal development and serve as a foundation for technical skills.
General Degree Requirements
Students in Automotive Collision Technician programs must pass all program classes with a grade of “C” (2.0) or higher in order to enroll in the next quarter program courses shown on the degree or certificate education plan. To remain in the program, all students must have the required textbooks by the start of the third week of classes and the required tools by the start of the second quarter. To receive a certificate or degree in an automotive program, all technical courses must be completed with a “C” (2.0) GPA or higher.
Students pursuing an AAT degree must complete all college degree requirements prior to graduation.
Program Length
This program is approximately four quarters long, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements.
Admission Dates
Summer, fall, winter, and spring quarters.
Program Outcomes
• Perform high–quality repairs based on diagnosis of collision damage.
• Apply professional automobile painting and refinishing skills.
• Create collision repair estimates with computer software.
• Use industry standards at all times in the shop.
• Perform correction of finish imperfections/defects to industry standards.
• Use vehicle detailing skills post-repair to return to pre-accident condition.
• Perform repairs on damaged panels with industry approved techniques.
• Apply manufacturer guidelines when making repairs.
Completion Requirements
Program Course List
NOTE:
ACT 120: Articulated courses with high schools for dual enrollment.