Student Handbook and Catalog 2021-22 V2
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ABDR <strong>22</strong>70 Advanced Application Processes of Refinishing (0-<br />
8-2) An advanced course in the practical application of acquired<br />
refinishing skills. Use industry relevant estimating programs <strong>and</strong><br />
interpret work orders to create <strong>and</strong> implement a repair plan on<br />
live projects. Repairs will be completed by application of theory,<br />
concepts <strong>and</strong> skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment,<br />
procedures, regulations, laws <strong>and</strong> interactions with the instructor/<br />
customer; <strong>and</strong> will demonstrate ethical behavior, safety practices,<br />
interpersonal <strong>and</strong> teamwork skills <strong>and</strong> appropriate written <strong>and</strong><br />
verbal communication skills using the terminology of collision repair<br />
industry <strong>and</strong> the instructor/customer. Prerequisite ABDR 2449, ABDR<br />
2551<br />
ABDR <strong>22</strong>81 Cooperative Education - Autobody/Collision <strong>and</strong><br />
Repair Technology/Technician (1-0-2) Career-related activities<br />
encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through<br />
an individualized agreement among the college, employer, <strong>and</strong><br />
student. Under the supervision of the college <strong>and</strong> the employer,<br />
the student combines classroom learning with work experience.<br />
Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite ABDR 2449, ABDR 2551<br />
ABDR 2357 Collision Repair Shop Management (2-3-3) Examination<br />
of shop management functions <strong>and</strong> decision-making processes<br />
including planning, organizing, leading <strong>and</strong> staffing used in collision<br />
repair shops to ensure operational profitability. Prerequisite ABDR<br />
<strong>22</strong>55<br />
ABDR 2359 Structural Sectioning (2-4-3) Skill development in the<br />
practical application of welded panel replacement <strong>and</strong> structural<br />
sectioning procedures as well as practical equipment applications<br />
in structural vehicle straightening, alignment, welding, <strong>and</strong> corrosion<br />
protection. Prerequisite ABDR 1307, ABDR 1419, ABDR 2435<br />
ABDR 2371 Refinishing Process I (2-4-3) The theory <strong>and</strong> practical<br />
application of spray booth <strong>and</strong> vehicle pre-spray preparation.<br />
Remove <strong>and</strong> perform final finishing. Apply decals <strong>and</strong> stripes with<br />
emphasis on paint problems <strong>and</strong> remedies. Prerequisite ABDR 1458,<br />
ABDR 1431<br />
ABDR 2380 Cooperative Education - Autobody/Collision <strong>and</strong><br />
Repair Technology/Technician (1-0-3) Career-related activities<br />
encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through<br />
an individualized agreement among the college, employer, <strong>and</strong><br />
student. Under the supervision of the college <strong>and</strong> the employer,<br />
the student combines classroom learning with work experience.<br />
Includes a lecture component.<br />
ABDR 2381 Cooperative Education - Autobody/Collision <strong>and</strong> Repair<br />
Technology/Technician (1-0-3) career related activities encountered<br />
in the student's area of specialization are offered through a<br />
cooperative agreement between the college, employer, <strong>and</strong> student.<br />
Under supervision of the college <strong>and</strong> the employer, the student<br />
combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related<br />
to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the<br />
student through the paid work experience.<br />
ABDR 2435 Structural Analysis <strong>and</strong> Damage Repair IV (2-6-4)<br />
Continuation of skills development in the repair <strong>and</strong> replacement of<br />
major body units. Prerequisite ABDR 1215<br />
ABDR 2447 Advanced Collision Repair Welding (2-4-4) Skill<br />
development in the use of advanced welding <strong>and</strong> cutting processes.<br />
Emphasizes current welding procedures <strong>and</strong> specific repair<br />
requirements for specialized metals. Prerequisite ABDR 1307<br />
ABDR 2449 Advanced Refinishing (2-6-4) Application of multistage<br />
refinishing techniques. Advanced skill development solving<br />
refinishing problems. Application of multi-stage refinishing<br />
techniques with emphasis on formula mixing <strong>and</strong> special spraying<br />
techniques. Prerequisite ABDR 1458, ABDR 1431<br />
ABDR 2453 Color Analysis <strong>and</strong> Paint Matching (2-6-4) Advanced<br />
course in color theory, analysis, tinting, <strong>and</strong> blending techniques for<br />
acceptable paint matching. Prerequisite ABDR 2449, ABDR 2551<br />
ABDR 2502 Auto Body Mechanical <strong>and</strong> Electrical Service (3-6-5)<br />
A course in the repair, replacement, <strong>and</strong>/or service of collision<br />
damaged mechanical or electrical systems. Topics include drive<br />
train removal, reinstallation <strong>and</strong> service; cooling system service<br />
<strong>and</strong> repair; exhaust system service; <strong>and</strong> emission control systems.<br />
Additional topics include wire <strong>and</strong> connector repair, reading wiring<br />
diagrams, <strong>and</strong> troubleshooting. Prerequisite ABDR 1307, ABDR 1419,<br />
ABDR 2435<br />
ABDR 2551 Specialized Refinishing Techniques (3-6-5) Advanced<br />
topics in specialty automotive refinishing. Emphasis on refinishing<br />
plastics, fiberglass, aluminum, <strong>and</strong> galvanized panels as well as<br />
custom graphics <strong>and</strong> current industry innovations. Prerequisite<br />
ABDR 1458, ABDR 1431<br />
ACNT<br />
ACNT 1311 Introduction to Computerized Accounting (2-4-3)<br />
Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintaining accounting<br />
records with primary emphasis on a general ledger package.<br />
ACNT 1325 Principles of Accounting I (2-4-3) A study of accounting<br />
concepts <strong>and</strong> their application in transaction analysis <strong>and</strong> financial<br />
statement preparation. Emphasis on the accounting cycle for service<br />
<strong>and</strong> merch<strong>and</strong>ising enterprises.<br />
ACNT 1329 Payroll & Business Tax Accounting (2-2-3) A study of<br />
payroll procedures, taxing entities, <strong>and</strong> reporting requirements<br />
of local, state, <strong>and</strong> federal taxing authorities in a manual <strong>and</strong><br />
computerized environment.<br />
AERM<br />
AERM 1107 Aviation Mathematics (0-3-1) Fundamentals of<br />
mathematics applied to aircraft principles <strong>and</strong> operations as<br />
required by the Federal Aviation Administration for airframe <strong>and</strong><br />
powerplant mechanics.<br />
AERM 1109 Aviation Physics (0-2-1) Fundamentals of physics<br />
applied to aircraft principles <strong>and</strong> operations as required by the<br />
Federal Aviation Administration for airframe <strong>and</strong> powerplant<br />
mechanics.<br />
AERM 1112 Aviation Drawings (0-2-1) Fundamentals of aviation<br />
drawings applied to aircraft principles <strong>and</strong> operations as required<br />
by the Federal Aviation Administration for airframe <strong>and</strong> powerplant<br />
mechanics.<br />
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