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student will learn the liability issues and
importance of making these corrections to the
manufactures recommendations and industry
standards.
ACT 232 Fixed Glass
2 Credits
This course covers removing and replacing
fixed glass, using manufacturer’s specifications,
proper tools and recommended materials.
Included are the removing and replacing
modular glass using manufacturer’s specifications
and procedures.
ACT 237 Automotive Collision
Technology Laboratory Experiences
1 to 9 Credits
This course expands competencies/skills identified
in the above courses. Laboratory experiences
include demonstrations and hands-on
automotive collision technology experiences
both on and off school/college sites.
Laboratory experience credits/hours may be
needed to meet NATEF requirements.
ACT 239 Structural Analysis and
Damage Repair Internship
1 to 9 Credits
Prerequisites: ACT 131, ACT 132 and may
include ACT 231 and ACT 232
This course meets in a work-based environment.
Internship experience credits/hours may
be needed to meet NATEF requirements.
ACT 241 Paint Defects – Causes and
Cures
3 Credits
This course covers paint defects, with emphasis
on the causes of paint defects and how to
cure problems during and after refinishing
procedures, proper surface preparation and
equipment for paint film thickness and proper
temperatures for refinishing.
ACT 242 Surface Preparation II
2 Credits
This course emphasizes surface preparation
for refinishing, including cleaning, sanding,
feather edging, chemical treatment of bare
metals and priming. The application of
primers, including why and where to use
them, will be covered.
ACT 243 Refinishing II
2 Credits
This advanced course teaches the necessary
skills to tint and blend panels working with
the latest finishes and paints. Special coatings
and procedures will be covered in this course.
ACT 244 Final Detail
2 Credits
The participant will learn about detailing in
vehicle paint refinishing. Transfers and tapes
will be included.
ACT 247 Automotive Collision
Technology Laboratory Experiences
1 to 9 Credits
This course expands competencies/skills identified
in the above courses. Laboratory experiences
include demonstrations and hands-on
automotive collision technology experiences
both on and off school/college sites.
Laboratory experience credits/hours may be
needed to meet NATEF requirements.
ACT 249 Painting and Refinishing
Internship
1 to 9 Credits
Prerequisite: ACT 141, ACT 142, ACT 143,
ACT 144 and may include ACT 241 and ACT
242
This course meets in a work-based environment.
Internship experience credits/hours may
be needed to meet NATEF requirements.
ACT 251 Plastics and Adhesives II
1 Credit
This advanced course covers state-of-the-art
repair of both rigid and flexible plastic components
using the latest manufacturer’s techniques.
Sheet-molded compound procedures
and the use of proper adhesives will be covered.
Plastics and Adhesives Area
2 Credits plus lab
For every task in plastics and adhesives, the
following safety requirements must be strictly
enforced:
• Comply with personal and environmental
safety practices associated with clothing, respiratory
protection, eye protection, hand tools,
power equipment and proper ventilation
• Handle, store and dispose of
chemicals/materials in accordance with local,
state, and federal safety and environmental
regulations
ACT 257 Automotive Collision
Technology Laboratory Experiences
1 to 9 Credits
This course expands competencies/skills identified
in the above courses. Laboratory experiences
include demonstrations and hands-on
automotive collision technology experiences
both on and off school/college sites.
Laboratory experience credits/hours may be
needed to meet NATEF requirements.
ACT 259 Plastics and Adhesives
Internship
1 to 9 Credits
Prerequisite: ACT-151and may include ACT-
251
This course meets in a work-based environment.
Internship experience credits/hours may
be needed to meet NATEF requirements.
Structural Analysis
and Damage Repair Area
14 Credits
For every task in structural analysis and damage
repair, the following safety requirement
must be strictly enforced: • Comply with personal
and environmental safety practices associated
with clothing, respiratory protection,
eye protection, hand tools, power equipment
and proper ventilation
• Handle, store and dispose of
chemicals/materials in accordance with local,
state, and federal safety and environmental
regulations
Mechanical and Electrical
Components Area
13 Credits
For every task in Mechanical and Electrical
components, the following safety requirement
must be strictly enforced:
• Comply with personal and environmental
safety practices associated with clothing, respiratory
protection, eye protection, hand tools,
power equipment and proper ventilation
• Handle, store and dispose of
chemicals/materials in accordance with local,
state, and federal safety and environmental
regulations
ACT 266 Restraint Systems
1 Credit
Participants will inspect, remove and replace
active restraint systems, passive restraint systems
and supplemental restraint systems,
along with disarming, diagnosing using electronic
equipment and trouble codes.
Instruction for passive restraint replacement is
also covered in this course.
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