Collision Repair Technician (Day)
The Certificate of Competency (CCT) in Collision Repair Technician gives students the knowledge and hands-on experience to start a career in the automotive collision repair industry. Learn about metal and plastic repair, metal inert gas (MIG) welding, vehicle disassembly, refinishing, reassembly, estimate reading, coolant removal/replacement, and air conditioning (A/C) discharge/recharge and industry terminology.
Details
Field of Interest
Applied Technology
Degree Type
Certificate of Competency (CCT)
Academic Plan
Collision Repair Technician (Day) (CER)
Academic Plan Code
1606
Total Clock Hours Required
624
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2022
Admissions criteria
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Notes
National certifications are obtained through the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) for the following: Non-Structural Technician ProLevel 1, Refinish Technician ProLevel 1.
What You'll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Practice personal and workplace safety standards.
- Use, maintain, and store tools, equipment and workspace according to professional standards for the automotive industry.
- Create a repair plan that includes the analysis of the damage, needed tools, chemicals, additives, time, cost, and parts to complete a collision and refinish repair job.
- Produce a damage repair independently.
- Produce refinishing work independently.
- Recognize efficient and quality work according to industry standards.
- Demonstrate industry professionalism and a commitment to professional development such as I-CAR, NATEF, or ASE certifications.
- Communicate effectively by collaborating with diverse audiences orally, visually, and in writing.
- Demonstrate professionalism with conduct, ethics, and workplace practices.
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Automotive Body and Related Repairers
$49,800 Show expanded career information for Automotive Body and Related Repairers
Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
$41,160 Show expanded career information for Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by block. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with a navigator to discuss their academic and career goals.
- The course sequence is laid out by block and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- This is a cohort program in which students progress through their course of study together in the required course sequence.
Courses Sequence
Block 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Clock Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABO103 | Introduction to Auto Body Repair | 156 | ||
| ABO104 | Introduction to Automotive Refinishing | 156 |
Block 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Clock Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABO203 | Advanced Automotive Body Repair | 156 | ||
| ABO204 | Advanced Refinishing Fundamentals | 156 |
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of ‘P’ or ‘C’ or better (depending on the course grading scale) for all courses required within the program.
Weekly hour requirements vary by program. Students should meet with a navigator to discuss these requirements further. Actual completion times may vary. A separate $15 Registration Fee will be charged per academic year.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm12?id=174418).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.