Collision Repair Tech

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Grayson College's Collision Repair Technologies program offers three levels of training and skills. Many students start with the Basic Collision Helper Certificate, and then build on those skills with the Basic Collision Apprentice Certificate. The highest level is the Associate of Applied Science degree. The courses within this program teach the skills recommended by area employers who work in the industry. The program is offered on the Main Campus in the Career and Technology Center, which is equipped with the latest technology.

Course Requirements

Associate Degree, The Basic Collision Helper Certificate and The Basic Collision Apprentice Certificate all require a High School Diploma or GED certificate.The Associate of Applied Science Degree requires that TSI requirements are met.

Capstone Experience

Graduation with an Entry Level Technician Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Collision Repair Technologies requires successful completion of a Comprehensive Exam.

Local Employers

Bob Utter Ford, Texoma Ford, Classic Chevrolet, Star Autobody Howe

Associate of Applied Science Degree - Collision Repair Technology

**Collision Repair AAS Curriculum**
Subject	Semester Hours
ABDR 1519 (Basic Metal Repair)	5
ABDR 1431 (Basic Refinishing)	4
ABDR 1307 (Collision Repair Welding)	3
ABDR 1555 (Minor Metal Repair)	5
ABDR 1558 (Intermediate Refinishing)	5
WLDG 1430 (Introduction to Gas Metal Arc (MIG) Welding)	4
*Mathematics/Life & Physical Science Core	3
ABDR 1411 (Vehicle Measurement and Damage Repair Procedures)	4
ABDR 2502 (Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service)	5
* SPCH 1311, 1315 or 1321	3
Social & Behavioral Science Core	3
ABDR 1449 (Auto Plastic and Sheet Molded Repair)	4
BUSG 2309 (Small Business Management)	3
*Lang, Phil, Culture/Creative Arts Core	3
ABDR 2355 (Collision Repair Estimating)	3
ENGL 1301 (Composition I)	3
Total:	60

* Check with Advisor.

* Please review your Student Planner or contact your Student Success Coach/Faculty Advisor to review which courses may be used to fill this degree requirement.

Capstone Experience: All students must complete the capstone requirement, successful completion of a comprehensive exam prior to graduation.

Basic Collision Apprentice - Certificate

Any 2 of these Courses:

Subject	Semester Hours
ABDR 1519 (Basic Metal Repair)	5
ABDR 1431 (Basic Refinishing)	4
ABDR 1555 (Non-Structural Metal Repair)	5
ABDR 1558 (Intermediate Refinishing)	5
ABDR 1411 (Vehicle Measurement and Damage Repair Procedures)	4
ABDR 2502 (Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service)	5
ABDR 1449 (Auto Plastic and Sheet Molded Repair)	4
ABDR 2355 (Collision Repair Estimating)	3
subtotal:	8 to 10

Any 2 of these courses not yet completed:

Subject	Semester Hours
ABDR 1555 (Non-Structural Metal Repair)	5
ABDR 1558 (Intermediate Refinishing)	5
ABDR 1411 (Vehicle Measurement and Damage Repair Procedures)	4
ABDR 2502 (Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service)	5
ABDR 1449 (Auto Plastic and Sheet Molded Repair)	4
ABDR 2355 (Collision Repair Estimating)	3
subtotal:	8 to 10

Any 2 of these not yet completed

Subject	Semester Hours
ABDR 1555 (Non-Structural Metal Repair)	5
ABDR 1558 (Intermediate Refinishing)	5
ABDR 1411 (Vehicle Measurement and Damage Repair Procedures)	4
ABDR 2502 (Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service)	5
ABDR 1449 (Auto Plastic and Sheet Molded Repair)	4
ABDR 2355 (Collision Repair Estimating)	3
subtotal:	8 to 10

Total Hours

**Basic Collision Apprentice Certificate Total Hours**
Subject	Semester Hours
Total Hours	24 to 30

Basic Collision Helper - Certificate

**Basic Collision Helper Certificate Curriculum**
Subject	Semester Hours
ABDR 1519 (Basic Metal Repair)	5
ABDR 1431 (Basic Refinishing)	4
ABDR 1411 (Vehicle Measurement and Damage Repair Procedures) ¹	4
ABDR 2355 (Collision Repair Estimating) ²	3
total:	16
¹ May substitute ABDR 2355 ² May substitute ABDR 2502 or ABDR 1558

Capstone Experience: All students must complete the capstone requirement and successful completion of a comprehensive exam prior to graduation.