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AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY
course descriptions
AUB 1013 Auto Body Fundamentals ............................................................3 CR. (1 Lec., 6 Lab)
Prerequisite: ACT Reading score of 17, COMPASS Reading score of 77, or grade of “C” or higher or concurrently enrolled in either ACAD 0324
Language Arts or ACAD 0211 Reading Review. Offered in the fall semester. This course includes theory and application of fundamental auto body
identification and repair methods. Emphasis is given to the proper use of hand tool, mig and oxyacetylene welding, and rigid and flexible
plastic repair.
AUB 1103 Materials and Processes ............................................................3 Cr. (2 Lec., 3 Lab)
Prerequisite: ACT Reading score of 17, COMPASS Reading score of 77, or grade of “C” or higher or concurrently enrolled in either ACAD 0324 Language
Arts or ACAD 0211 Reading Review. Offered in the fall semester. This course includes theory and application of basic auto body materials and
processes. Emphasis is given to metal and fiberglass repair techniques.
AUB 1205 Non-Structural Analysis and Repair I ...............................................5 Cr. (3 Lec., 6 Lab)
Prerequisite: ACT Reading score of 17, COMPASS Reading score of 77, or grade of “C” or higher or concurrently enrolled in either ACAD 0324
Language Arts or ACAD 0211 Reading Review. Offered in the spring semester. This course includes theory and application of the analysis of body
construction. Emphasis is given to diagnosis and repair of minor collision related items. Includes metal finishing and body filler application
and application of protective coating and sealer. Includes straightening, alignment, removal and replacement of body panels, interior and
exterior trim.
AUB 1302 Refinishing Procedures & Applications ..............................................2 CR. (1 Lec., 3 Lab)
Prerequisite: None. Co-requisite: concurrently enrolled in AUB 1502 Refinishing Products. Offered in the spring semester. This course includes theory
and application of proper refinishing procedures. Emphasis is given to top coat applications, polishing and compounding, color adjustment,
live and simulated work analysis, refinishing procedures and problem-solving.
AUB 1405 Non-Structural Analysis and Repair II ...............................................5 Cr. (3 Lec., 6 Lab)
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in AUB 1205 Non-Structural Analysis and Repair I . Offered in the fall semester. This course includes theory and
application of the analysis and repair of damaged non-structural components. Emphasis is given to collision estimating and repair of major
collision related items. Safety is stressed.
AUB 1502 Refinishing Products ................................................................2 CR. (1 Lec., 3 Lab)
Prerequisite: None. Co-requisite: concurrently enrolled in AUB 1302 Refinishing Procedures and Applications. Offered in the spring semester. This course
includes theory of proper product usage in surface preparation, priming, sealing and top coat application. Includes proper operation of spray
equipment.
AUB 2001L Color Theory. ............................................................................ 1 Cr. (3 LAB)
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in both AUB 1302 Refinishing Procedures and Applications and in AUB 1502 Refinishing Products. Offered in the
spring semester. Prior to any actual mixing of colors to match and blend paint, the student will study the dimensions of color and how to deal
with the different types of color effects. Light sources are explained and then demonstrated in this course.
AUB 2203 Advanced Automotive Refinishing. ...................................................3 CR. (1 Lec., 6 Lab)
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher or concurrently enrolled in AUB 2001L Color Theory. Offered in the spring semester. This course provides an
opportunity for the student technician to complete advanced painting, projects and refinishing techniques.
AUB 2204 Structural Analysis and Repair .....................................................4 CR. (2 Lec., 6 Lab)
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in WLD 1001L Basic Welding. Offered in the fall semester. This course includes study of unibody and frame
construction. Theory portion emphasizes proper measuring and straightening techniques, stress analysis, use of equipment and replacement
of structural components; lab includes replacement of structural components use of specialized equipment and tools.
AUB 2403 Auto Body Shop Management ..............................................................3 Cr. (3 Lec.)
Prerequisite: ACT Reading score of 17, COMPASS Reading score of 77, or grade of “C” or higher or concurrently enrolled in either ACAD 0324 Language
Arts or ACAD 0211 Reading Review. Offered in spring semester. This course includes a discussion and demonstration of information required to
supervise and manage auto body shop operations including detail estimating, frame analysis, procurement of shop supplies, organization of
shop work and safety, shop design and layout, promotions, and rules and regulations.