Auto Body Collision Technology

Degrees and Certificates

Why Choose This Program

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Auto Body students will learn a variety of skills and work with new technologies to prepare for career as a Collision Repair Technician.

You will work with high strength steels, plastics, aluminum, and the latest in paint technologies. Students train with a Virtual Paint System to prepare for spraying with today’s HVLP paint guns and water borne paints.

Expect to learn fundamental repair skills such as metal straightening, body filler application, and sanding of different substrates. Students will also experience mild and high strength steel welding using MIG welding standards set by the industry.

Tony

Thies

from Plymouth

Auto Body Collision Technology

A four-year college wasn’t really my thing. I’ve taken an interest in cars since I was a kid - I love working on cars. The progression in the job field led me to the program at SCTCC.

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Jonathan

Osborn

from San Diego, CA

Auto Body Collision Technology

I always loved working on cars, and I wanted to have the mechanical abilities. I’ve got family members who are into working on fast muscle cars, and this is where I want to be.

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Skills Acquired

• Nonstructural/ Structural Repairs
• Refinishing
• Welding
• Aluminum Repair
• Plastic Repair
• Estimating
• Basic Electrical and Mechanical
• Unibody & Frame Repair

Career Choices

Types of Careers

•  Body Technician 
• Refinish Technician 
• Glass Technician 
• Prep Technician 
• Frame Technician 
• Estimator 
• Detailer 
• Sales Representative 
• Insurance Adjuster 
• Industrial Painter 

Potential Employers

• Automotive Dealer Body Shops 
• Independent Collision Facilities 
• Wholesale Supplier 
• Industry Sales Representatives 
• Insurance Companies 
• Manufacturing Plants

Accreditations & Credentials

•  NATEF accreditation (ASE) 
• ASE Student Certification 
• I-CAR Student Certification 

Affiliations

• PPG

Contact Us

Dale DeRung
DDeRung@sctcc.edu
(320) 308-5742

Ryan Maas
Ryan.maas@sctcc.edu
320-308-5743 

Program Costs

In addition to tuition and fees, students can expect additional costs for tools and books.

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• Financial Aid

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• Car Careers

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