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Auto Body and Collision Technician

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  • School of Industrial Trades
  • Program Length: 34 Weeks
  • Start Date: September 2020

  • Campus/Delivery Method: Prince Philip Drive
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This is an Industrial Trades program and may have an Apprenticeship Block Training Schedule

Description


This red seal program is designed to assist you in developing sufficient basic skills and knowledge to enter the labor force as an apprentice Mechanic in Auto Body and Collision. Some of the duties include:
  • Repair and replace vehicle structures and body parts
  • Remove and install interior and exterior finishes
  • Hammer out dents, buckles and other defects
  • Operate soldering equipment and plastic filler
  • Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills
  • Weld replacement parts
  • Straighten frames and underbodies
  • File, grind, mask and tape body surfaces in preparation for painting
OUTCOMES
  1. Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
  2. Use tools and equipment.
  3. Determine the type of paint; plan refinishing system; remove, prepare, seal and mask; apply coatings to vehicle.
  4. Demonstrate correct use of chemicals within the shop environment.
  5. Compute cost estimates for completing repairs.
  6. Manage customer needs, complaints, questions and special challenges.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:

1. High School
High School Graduation
2. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
ii. Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
  • Body Shops
  • Frame Shops
  • Garages and Dealerships
  • Service Stations

Courses


 

COURSES  
CODE TITLE  
Level 1 Pre-Employment Hrs
TS1510
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Occupational Health and Safety 6
TS1520
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WHMIS 6
TS1530
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Standard First Aid 14
AB1600 Trade Related Documents 12
AB1610 Safety 12
AB1620 Tools and Equipment 45
AB1630 Fasteners and Adhesives 12
AB1641 Vehicle Construction 16
AB1651 Pre/Post Repair Vehicle Inspection 12
AB1660 Metallurgy 30
AB1671 Cutting and Heating 30
AB1680 Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW [MIG]) 45
AB1690 Resistance Spot Welding 15
AB1701 Metal Working I (Mild Steel) 55
AB1711 Body Fillers and Abrasives 40
AB1721 Corrosion Protection 40
AB1732 Surface Preparation (Cleaning, Stripping and Masking) 85
AB1750 Stationary Glass 30
AB1760 Moveable Glass and Hardware 30
AB1780 Cleaning and Detailing 30
AB1790 Upholstery, Trim and Hardware 30
AB1801 Refinishing I 75
AB1811 Batteries 10
AB1820 Primers, Surfaces and Sealers 40
AB2811 Non-Structural Components 60
AM1000 Introduction to Essential Skills 9
AM1101 Math Essentials 42
AM1241 Auto Body and Collision Math Fundamentals 42
CM2161 Communication Essentials 36
SD1761 Workplace Essentials 24
MC1062 Computer Essentials 15
AP1102 Introduction to Apprenticeship 12
OT1220 Workplace Exposure 60
     
A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of entry level courses.
 
APPRENTICESHIP
Upon completion of the pre-employment certificate program, a graduate may pursue Red Seal Certification by finding employment, registering as an “Apprentice” and completing the following Advanced Level training and required work experience. The apprenticeship may take 4-5 years and would lead to Journeyperson status in the trade.  For more information regarding apprenticeship refer to www.aes.gov.nl.ca         

 
Level 2 Advanced Level Hrs
AB2705 Metal Working II - Alternative Metals                45
AB2711 Electronic Fundamentals 75
AB2720 Position Arc Welding (GMAW) 30
AB2730 Restraints Systems 30
AB2740 Structural Components 60
     
Level 3 Advanced Level Hrs
AB1741 Non-Metal Repair 60
AB2800 Refinishing II 75
AB2821 Electrical and Electronic Repairs 60
AB2830 Damage Analysis of Conventional Frames and Unitized Bodies 45
     
Level 4 Advanced Level Hrs
AB2901 Mechanical Systems and Components 68
AB2910 Steering Suspension and Braking Systems 75
AB2920 Unitized Body Repairs 30
AB2930 Conventional Frame Repair 30
AB2940 Damage Analysis and Estimating Costs 30
SV1110 Ozone Depletion 7


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