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College Catalog 2018-2019 
    
College Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Autobody Repair & Refinishing, AAS


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Associate of Applied Science Degree: 93 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

This program prepares students for entrance into the automotive collision repair industry. All courses are taught in accordance with recommended industry procedures and standards set forth by industry recognized organizations such as the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (ICAR). The program courses are divided into five main areas of study: Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Plastics and Adhesives, and Painting and Refinishing.  All shop training is performed using state-of-the-art tools and equipment within one of the most modern facilities in the nation. Emphasis is placed on safety and professionalism.

In order to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students holding a recent Certificate of Completion from RTC should contact Enrollment Services for degree options. This program articulates with TechPrep programs through the Puget Sound Dual Credit Career Consortium.

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