This program follows a structured schedule, Monday – Friday from 8 AM to 3 PM.
The Auto Body Repair certificate program offers a number of career options by providing students the opportunity to earn a one-year certificate. Most of our students go directly into the workforce in technical or mechanical jobs, while some go on to start their own business. A background in auto body repair can be a valuable asset in a number of careers: collision repair technician, automotive detailer, insurance estimator, and custom auto builder/painter. The Auto Body Repair program consists of 42 hours of coursework and commonly takes three semesters to complete. Range of study varies from shop safety to metallurgy to paint restoration.
Resources
First Semester
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| ABDR 1201 Auto Body Repair & Repainting | 2 |
| ABDR 1203 Vehicle Design & Structural Analysis | 2 |
| ABDR 1307 Collision Repair Welding | 3 |
| ABDR 1411 Vehicle Measurement & Damage Repair Procedures | 4 |
| ABDR 1431 Basic Refinishing | 4 |
| Total | 15 |
Second Semester
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| LEAD 1100 Workforce Development with Critical Thinking | 1 |
| ABDR 1349 Automotive Plastic & Sheet Molded Compound Repair | 3 |
| ABDR 1419 Basic Metal Repair | 4 |
| ABDR 1441 Structural Analysis & Damage Repair I | 4 |
| ABDR 2257 Collision Repair Shop Management | 2 |
| Total | 14 |
Third Semester
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| ABDR 2359 Structural Sectioning | 3 |
| ABDR 2255 Collision Repair Estimating | 2 |
| ABDR 2447 Advanced Collision Repair Welding | 4 |
| ABDR 2345 Vehicle Safety Systems | 3 |
| ABDR 2166 Practicum | 1 |
| Total Total Hours | 13 42 |
Last Updated on August 7, 2025