The Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology degree program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to complete structural and non-structural damage repairs on automobile bodies, fenders and external features and paint and refinish automotive equipment.
The program includes instruction in structure analysis, damage repair, non-structural analysis, mechanical and electrical components, plastics and adhesives, painting and refinishing techniques and damage analysis and estimating.
Graduates should qualify for entry-level employment in businesses that perform these repairs. Entry and advancement levels depend on the training completed, knowledge and ability levels, work performance and ethics.