AUTO COLLISION—PAINT & REFINISHING                  

Auto Collision – Paint & Refinishing is a two-year program providing instruction in all phases of automotive refinishing and non-structural repair.

Students will cover the basics of Automotive Repair and Refinishing.  Students will work with spray guns and related equipment while in the spray booth and mixing room.  They will also learn how to identify paint defects, along with their causes and how to correct them.  Color theory and application will also be covered in addition to detailing and cleanup.  During the school year, students will be assigned to projects on donor vehicles along with repair panels that will enhance their skill level. 

Students will also cover surface preparation.  During the course, students will receive hands-on training on both steel and plastic exterior panel repair and replacement.  The curriculum will focus on the proper disassembly and reassembly of motor vehicles.  Students will learn how to deal with moveable glass and hardware and trim removal and replacement.  Students will also learn concepts in the use of plastics and adhesives in the repair procedure.

During the year, students will be working on shop projects and some customer vehicles.  In the final semester, with instructor permission, students may be allowed to bring in a vehicle for repair.  The Auto Collision program also includes topics such as ethics, resume writing, and job interviewing and has an intensive safety program.

For the 2nd year student, the program reinforces previous skills learned and introduces a more individual learning plan.  This is achieved through more complex projects that involve problem-solving.

Qualities of a Successful Student

Ability to work with fractions and ratios 

Willing to learn and be responsible 

Hard Working with lots of hands on projects 

Work SAFELY 

Ability to read and write at grade level

Certifications Offered

NATEF/ASE Student Certification Program

OSHA 10-hour General Industry Course

SP/2 Safety Program

College Opportunities                              

Articulation Agreements with: 

New England Institute of Technology (NEIT)

Lincoln Tech