There is a trend in the industry towards specialty and customized repair shops. Students learn autobody techniques, damage repair, refinishing techniques and associated mechanical repair. During the intermediate class, students are exposed to sophisticated autobody damage problems, frame straightening and panel repairs. Automotive painting and refinishing procedures such as color matching and two-tones are emphasized. In advanced, complex repairs and estimating are stressed.
Students have the opportunity to learn advanced painting, autobody repair and collision work.
Approximately three years working in the employer s establishment as a salaried trainee under a Licensed Technician.