CYPRESS COLLEGE 2014–2015
Automotive Collision Repair / 91
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR Program Code: 1S07832
The following program is designed to prepare students for employment as automotive collision technicians and in numerous other related areas of the automotive and transportation industry. Training is given in both theory and practical skills. Directed practical work is given in all areas of automotive collision repair under simulated on-the-job conditions. The program suggested will provide the student the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills demanded of the modern auto motive collision technician. To earn an Associate Degree students must complete: (1) all major course requirements with a minimum grade of “C”; (2) 25 units of General Education Graduation Requirements; (3) the cultural diversity and reading requirements; (4) any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and, (5) have a minimum GPA of 2.0. At least 50% of all major course work must be completed at Cypress College. Courses that fulfill major requirements for an Associate Degree at Cypress College might not be the same as those required for completing the major at a transfer institution offering a Baccalaureate Degree. For information on specific university requirements, please consult with your counselor, or visit the Transfer Center. Required Courses are listed in suggested sequence: Course # Title ACR 001 C Auto Collision Repair Tech I ACR 002 C Auto Collision Repair Tech II ACR 003 C Auto Collision Repair Tech III ACR 004 C Auto Collision Repair Tech IV ACR 007 C Refinishing Technician I ACR 008 C Refinishing Tech II ACR 012 C Collision Damage Appraisal ACR 030 C Electrical Systems and Component Repair ACR 040 C Structural Alignment Repair Total Units Required Additional Recommended Course Work (not required) ACR 013 C Computerized Automotive Damage Appraisal ACR 020 C Auto Detail/Car Care — Beginning ACR 050 C ACR/Special Projects ACR 060 C Collision Repair Management ACR 070 C Automotive Color Matching
Units 6 6 6 6 6 6 3 4 4 47
3 3 2–3 3 3
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR CERTIFICATE Program Code: 1C21110
Primary emphasis is to prepare the student for occupational competency. To earn a certificate, students must complete the required courses as listed with a minimum grade of “C.” At least 50% of all course work must be completed at Cypress College. Required courses are listed in suggested sequence: Course # Title Units ACR 001 C Auto Collision Repair Tech I 6 ACR 002 C Auto Collision Repair Tech II 6 ACR 003 C Auto Collision Repair Tech III 6 ACR 004 C Auto Collision Repair Tech IV 6 ACR 007 C Refinishing Technician I 6 ACR 008 C Refinishing Tech II 6 ACR 012 C Collision Damage Appraisal 3 ACR 030 C Electrical Systems and Component Repair 4 ACR 040 C Structural Alignment Repair 4 Select a minimum of 3–4 units from the elective courses listed below 3–4 Total Units Required 50–51 Electives ACR 013 C ACR 020 C ACR 050 C ACR 060 C ACR 070 C AT 101 C AT 105 C MATH 010 C MGT 261 C MKT 208 C COMM 050 C
Computerized Automotive Damage Appraisal 3 Auto Detail/Car Care — Beginning 3 ACR/Special Projects 2–3 Collision Repair Management 3 Automotive Color Matching 3 Survey of the Automobile 3 Automotive Electrical I 4 Basic Mathematics 4 Small Business Management 3 Principles of Selling 3 Effective Oral Communication 3
AUTOMOTIVE DAMAGE APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE Program Code: 1C12970
The following program is designed to prepare students for employment as automotive damage appraisers. Training is given in both theory and practical application. Directed practical work is given in all areas of automotive damage appraisal. To earn a certificate, students must complete the required courses as listed with a minimum grade of “C.” At least 50% of all course work must be completed at Cypress College. Required courses are listed in numeric sequence: Course # Title ACR 001 C Auto Collision Repair Tech I ACR 007 C Refinishing Technician I ACR 012 C Collision Damage Appraisal ACR 013 C Computerized Automotive Damage Appraisal Total Units Required
Units 6 6 3 3 18
Courses
• Straighten contours of damaged panels to a suitable condition for body filling or metal finishing using power tools, hand tools and weld-on pulling attachments. • Restore corrosion protection throughout all repair areas. • Demonstrate hammer and dolly techniques including hot and cold shrinking of panel areas to proper contour. • Mix and apply body filler and sand to correct contour. • Inspect, adjust, repair or replace window regulators, run channels, glass, power mechanisms, and related controls. • Perform visual and destructive tests on each type of weld. • Identify types of plastics; rigid, semi-rigid or flexible and determine reparability. • Clean, inspect and repair reusable fasteners and identify one-time use fastener.