Auto Body Repair & Painting

T. Hussey

Course Descriptions

ABRP 120G: Auto Sheet Metal

Subject
Auto Body Repair & Painting
Credits 3
Lecture/Lab Credits
90
Teaching Equivalent
3.75
Explains the theory and principle of the basic skills required for automotive sheet metal panel repair. Introduces picking and filing, shrinking of damaged sheet metal, and corrosion repair. (Formerly ABRP 20G)
Prerequisites

AMT 100 with grade C or better(or concurrent) , or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the Auto Body course of studies.

ABRP 120H: Body & Fender Repair

Subject
Auto Body Repair & Painting
Credits 3
Lecture/Lab Credits
90
Teaching Equivalent
3.75
Introduces basic auto body skills and procedures. Covers the proper and safe handling of hand and power tools and materials used in the auto body industry. (Formerly ABRP 20H)
Prerequisites

ABRP 120G with grade C or better, or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the auto body course of studies.

ABRP 122E: Basic Auto Refinishing

Subject
Auto Body Repair & Painting
Credits 4
Lecture/Lab Credits
120
Teaching Equivalent
5.00
Presents the basics of automotive refinishing. Emphasizes shop and personal safety in using hand tools, power tools, supplies, and materials for vehicle preparation for painting.
Recommended Prep
ABRP 120H.
Prerequisites

AMT 100 with grade C or better , or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the Auto Body course of studies.

ABRP 122G: Complete and Touch Up Refinishing Techniques

Subject
Auto Body Repair & Painting
Credits 6
Lecture/Lab Credits
180
Teaching Equivalent
7.50
Explains the complete painting process. Covers preparation and application of sealers to surface, to the final detailing of the vehicle.
Prerequisites

ABRP 122E with grade C or better, or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the Auto Body course of studies.

ABRP 141G: Plastic Panel Repair

Subject
Auto Body Repair & Painting
Credits 3
Lecture/Lab Credits
90
Teaching Equivalent
3.75

Introduces the repairing of damaged plastic and fiberglass panels and components. (Formerly ABRP 41G)

Prerequisites

ABRP 120H with grade C or better(or concurrent), or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the auto body course of studies.

ABRP 141H: Management & Estimating

Subject
Auto Body Repair & Painting
Credits 2
Lecture/Lab Credits
60
Teaching Equivalent
2.50
Introduces the student to the fundamentals of writing and understanding repair estimates and repair orders. Discusses management, business procedures, and industrial relations. (Formerly ABRP 41H)
Prerequisites

ABRP 122G with grade C or better(or concurrent), or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the Auto Body course of studies.