Instruction Set 1
Body Shop Basics and Tools
Overview of the steps taken to repair collision-damaged vehicles. Introduction to safety procedures. Common hand and power tools.
Supplement: Practical Automotive Math
Instruction in the basic math needed by automotive technicians.
Instruction Set 2
Air Supply, Materials, Welding, and Metalworking
Various types of air compressors used in auto body repair and how to use them. Classes of welding and the techniques used. Sheet metal repairs.
Equipment: Spark Lighter
Video: Metal Straightening Techniques
Instruction Set 3
Diagnosing and Making Repairs
Use of body fillers and glazes, and how to select the right filler for the job. How to repair and fill all types of body damage. Diagnosing major collision damage. Repair techniques used when repairing major collision damage.
Supplement: Automotive Electrical Systems
Video: Quarter Panel Replacement
Instruction Set 4
Component Servicing and Plastic Repair
Repairs of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components which may be damaged in a collision. Repairing plastic auto parts.
Supplement: Automotive Electrical Systems
Video: Quarter Panel Replacement
Instruction Set 5
Miscellaneous Repairs and Surface Preparation
Steps needed to prepare the finishing equipment and paint area for spraying the topcoat. Selection and application of undercoats and topcoats.
Equipment: Door Handle Remover
Video: Paint Prep: Volume One
Instruction Set 6
Refinishing Equipment and Body Painting
Steps needed to prepare the finishing equipment and paint area for spraying the topcoat. Selection and application of undercoats and topcoats.
Video: Paint Prep: Volume Two
Instruction Set 7
Cost Estimating
Description of the procedures to follow when preparing an estimate or damage report. How to calculate the cost of the parts, materials, and labor required to complete repairs.
Starting Your Own Auto Body Repair Business
How to start up and maintain your own auto body repair business, including information about obtaining capital, marketing, and budgeting.
Supplement: Work Experience Option
Information about gaining valuable on-the-job experience as an extern or apprentice - experience that will give you the edge over other job applicants who don't have your level of training.
Equipment:
• Hacksaw
• Multi-Tip Screwdriver
Video: Tinting for a Color Match
Instruction Set 8
ASE Test Preparation
You receive a study guide that will help you prepare for your ASE certification exam. Once you have passed the exam, you will need to have two years of experience on the job to gain ASE certification.
Video: Unibody: Measuring Systems
Graduation Set
(Sent to you when all program requirements and financial obligations have been met.)
• Weld Goggles
• Body Repair Tool Kit:
• Heavy-Duty Blow Gun
• Trim Remover
• Straight-Cut Snips
• SAE Wrench Set
• Metric Wrench Set
• Tool Chest
• Body-Light Bumping Hammer
• Body Shrinking Hammer
• Cross Pein Hammer
• Videos:
• Introduction to Unibody Repair
• Unibody: Damage Correction
• Outer Door Panel Replacement
• Basic Masking Techniques
• Ultra Fine Sand and Polishing
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