Students learn the proper use of the hammer and dolly, hydraulic porto-power jacks, other metal straightening tools and the process of metal finishing and plastic filling. The refinishing phase includes instruction in the proper use of the spray gun, refinishing panels and fenders, spot repairing of panels and fenders and blending and tinting of paint. Shop and paint safety practices are emphasized. Such operations as welding on replacement panels, straightening of damaged sheet metal, complete refinishing, spot repair and panel repair are completed on vehicles. Supplementary operations such as trim removal, minor mechanical, glass replacement and electrical wiring are performed as the need arises.
Further skill is developed in the use of hand and power tools.
Paint mixing skills are also taught so that students can mix paint to acceptable color matches. Complete refinishing and blending of paints are performed on the repaired vehicles. Safe working procedures are emphasized. Includes computerized electronic and laser measuring systems, wheel alignment and steering geometry as well as the study of plastic repair procedures, interior trim, and accessory equipment. The safe working procedures of an auto body shop are stressed.