Collision Repair Technology
Jeff  Harrah - Instructor

Program Description: Prepares students for entry level positions in the collision repair industry. Students will learn computer estimating, refinishing, custom refinishing, structural repair, detailing, and job skills.

Length: 1080 hours (2 year program - 8 credits)

Employment Opportunities: Collision repair facilities, insurance companies, glass repair.

Opportunities for Further Study: Nashville Diesel College, Universal Technical Institute, Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College.

Recommended prerequisites: Basic computer skills, algebra; science.

Course Sequence:

First Year (Afternoon)
1671
1672
Fundamental of Collision Repair
Detail/Interior Parts
First Semester
1673
1675

Mechanical and Electrical Components
Analysis and Damage Repair

Second Semester
Second Year (Morning)
1674
1677
Additional Refinishing Techniques
Structural Analysis
First Semester
1679
Surface Preparation/Refinishing Second Semester

Certifications: NATEF (National Automotive Service Technician Education Foundation) 5 areas; I-CAR

Articulation Agreements: Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College (28 hours); West Virginia University Institute of Technology (6 hours).

Community Partners: Auto Body Paint and Supply, State Farm Insurance, Earehart Honda.