Learn basic procedures and routines used in the day-to-day operation of an auto body repair shop.

Remove interior and exterior trim and moldings.

Learn, understand, and explain the strains and stresses of damaged body panels.

Remove heavily damaged panels and obstructions in preparation for metal repair work.

Research OEM procedures.

Identify welding equipment.

Proper use of OEM or aftermarket scan tools as required by manufacturer guidelines for Pre-, in-Process, and Post- scans.

Work safely around aluminum and/or aluminum alloys.

Identify appropriate sandpaper for use in each step of the refinishing process.

General Workplace Safety

Introduction to Collision Repair Process; Vehicle Construction Materials; Vehicle Terminology.