High School Auto/Collision II Curriculum Essentials Document

Introduction
The Auto/Collision repair of today’s high-tech vehicles is a challenging and rewarding career. As a skilled
and trained technician, you receive the satisfaction of seeing the results of your efforts on each job. Your
reputation and customer satisfaction are directly related to the quality and appearance of the completed
repair.
First-year students focus on hand skills, basic welding, wheel and tires, car inspections, study metal
analysis, basic sheet metal straightening and learning the basics on body filler, basic electrical, basic
damage analysis, basic brakes and prep for refinishing. Second-year students concentrate on metal
finishing, estimating, advanced wheel and tires, diagnostics, frame and unibody repair, suspension, wheel
alignment, brakes, welding, advanced refinishing, engine and transmission removal/ install and customer
relations.
Students practice hands-on skills while repairing damaged vehicles to industry standards.
All Boulder TEC instructors have years of experience in the field and are committed to keeping up with the
latest industry changes. Our excellent student-to-teacher ratio means you benefit from focused individual
attention.
Employment Outlook
Boulder TEC graduates are well prepared for entry-level jobs. The auto/collision repair industry is growing
every year and the need for trained technicians is expected to increase. This means that you can be
confident that auto/collision repair field will continue to be a solid career choice with even more
opportunities in the future. Experience and advanced training can lead to many other careers such as shop
management, shop owner, insurance adjuster, and work in the automotive and body supply industry. The
starting entry level wage range for Boulder TEC graduates is $8.50-$14 per hour with an unlimited salary
growth based on additional training and experience.
6/25/2012 BVSD Curriculum Essentials 2