Combination Collision Repair Technician

Students in this major will learn how to complete nonstructural collision repair and automotive refinishing. The courses that will be covered include non-structural damage analysis and minor dent repair, plastics repair and all aspects painting and refinishing. Students will also learn how to use various tools in repairing damage and to remove and install handles, moldings, trim, and bolted body parts. In addition, the student will learn to MIG weld to industry standard following I-CAR standards. This career major also includes painting preparation, sanding processes, color matching and adjusting color, removing and installing glass, and the process of written estimates. Students will learn about handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials and selecting proper personal protective equipment and maintenance. The hours completed in this major are aligned with NATEF standards.

• I-CAR Refinish Technician Pro Level 1
• I-CAR Non-Structural Repair Technician Pro Level 1
• Non-Structural Analysis & Damage Repair Technician
• Painting & Refinishing Technician

• Reading and math skills at the 10th grade level or above
• Good health and physical condition
• Good eye-hand coordination
• Ability to think critically and logically
• Ability to organize one’s work
• Sheet metal/welding, wood shop, industrial art and mechanical ability
• Ability to organize movements around and under automobiles
• Ability to mentally plan collision repair

• National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

• Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education (OBCTE)
• Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE)

• SkillsUSA