Collision Repair Technology

Instructor: Mr. Darrin Dale
ddale@ccctc.edu
1-814-765-5308

This is a two-year course that teaches the skills necessary to perform collision repairs on all automobiles including the high-tech ones of today. Automobile repairs are increasing and changing each year. We make a point of teaching all the new techniques needed for these vehicles.

The collision repair industry is growing larger each year. It is rapidly becoming a $30 billion-a-year industry. It is not directly affected by the ups and downs in the economy; therefore, it does provide steady work.

 

College Credits available in Collision Repair from:

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NOTE: Dual enrollment credits are available through Penn College!

Units Covered:

  • MIG Welding
  • Computerized Estimating
  • Plastic Welding & Repair
  • Painting & Refinishing
  • Sheet Metal Repair & Replacement
  • Structural & Non-Structural
  • Waterborne Paint

Advancement Opportunities:

  • Shop manager
  • Production Foreman
  • Parts Manager
  • Estimator
  • Vocational Instructor
  • Open your own Business

Career Opportunities:

  • Frame and Unitized Construction Technician
  • Collision and Sheet Metal Technician
  • Refinishing Technician/Painter
  • Insurance Adjuster/Damage Estimator
  • Glass Installer
  • Collision Repair Owner

Career Information:

Yearly earnings potential can be in the range of $18,000 – $60,000, depending on skills, experience, type of work performed, and geographic location. Fringe benefits vary widely. Pay may be based on an hourly wage, on a percentage of the amount charged, a percentage of the team output, or a combination of these payment structures.

What are the Benefits?

Opportunities should be best for those with formal collision repair  training. The  demand for qualified collision repair technicians will increase due to the increasing population. The collision repair industry offers some of the best opportunities available for steady employment, good income potential, earning while you learn, a sense of accomplishment, employment in all geographic areas and building communication skills.

Types of jobs available include:

  • Frame & Unitized Construction Technician
  • Collision & Sheet Metal Technician
  • Refinishing Technician/Painter
  • Insurance Adjuster/Damage Estimator
  • Glass Installer
  • Collision Repair Shop Owner

Skills Needed:

Like any other career, certain skills are required to be successful at what you do.  Some of those qualities are knowing how to understand the following:

  • Ratios (paint mixing)
  • Estimates (repair cost)
  • Working with inventory
  • Understanding cost control
  • Measurements
  • Excellent communicator and listener
  • Writing estimates
  • Sending and receiving bills
  • Computer skills
  • Common sense and patience
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