AM Syllabus

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Automotive Collision Repair Technology program is designed to prepare students to repair automobiles and light commercial vehicles under the supervision of an experienced automotive collision repair technician. Automotive Collision Repair Technology students receive instruction in frame alignment, surface finishing, and shop management. Upon successful completion of the program standards, the student will be prepared for postsecondary education and entry-level automotive collision repair-related careers. Program standards are based on NATEF-ASE, Vehicle Manufacturers, and I-CAR industry standards. 

Course Standards:  The course standards for Auto Collision Repair are based on the standards found within the South Carolina Department of Education website. Students who successfully complete Auto Collision Repair with a passing 60% or higher will have demonstrated the ability, concepts, knowledge, and skills required to meet those course objectives. These course standards will be provided within the syllabus.

Course Pacing:

UNIT A: PERFORMING WORK SAFETY PRACTICES : 1st 9 Weeks  (2Wks, 20Hrs)

1. Demonstrate the ability to work safely and keep a safe work area. 

2. Operate a fire extinguisher. 

3. Demonstrate the safe use of hand and power tools. 

4. Demonstrate understanding of “right to know” laws including OSHA regulations and EPA Rule 40. 

UNIT B: DEMONSTRATING UNDERSTANDING OF VEHICLE CONSTRUCTION AND COLLISION ENERGY MANAGEMENT : 1st 9 Weeks (3Wks, 30Hrs)

1. Describe various types of vehicle construction: a. space frame construction, b. body-over-frame construction, c. unibody construction. 

2. Identify structural parts and cosmetic parts. 

3. Demonstrate knowledge of collision energy management principles. 

UNIT C: DEMONSTRATING PLASMA CUTTING SKILLS : 4th 9 Weeks

1. Set up plasma cutter for cutting automotive gauge sheet metal. 

2. Cut a 6-inch straight line in 18- to 22-gauge sheet metal. 

3. Cut a dime-size circular hole in 18- to 22-gauge sheet metal. 

UNIT D: DEMONSTRATING MIG WELDING SKILLS : 3rd-4th 9 Weeks (7Wks, 70Hrs, Plasma skills is included)

1. Demonstrate knowledge of how to protect computers and other electronic control modules during welding procedures according to manufacturer’s specifications. 

2. Set up and adjust MIG welder for welding 18- to 22-gauge sheet metal. November 2011 

3. Construct the following welds (vertical and overhead positions) using I-CAR gauge to I-CAR specification: a. continuous bead-lap weld; b. continuous bead-butt weld with backing; c. plug weld; d. continuous bead open butt joint weld. 

4. Demonstrate knowledge of aluminum welding.

UNIT E: DEMONSTRATING SKILLS IN PLASTICS : 2nd-3rd 9 weeks (5Wks, 50Hrs)

1. Demonstrate knowledge of current automotive plastics. 

2. Demonstrate knowledge of plastic identification methods. 

3. Perform a one-sided adhesive repair to a bumper cover and other plastic body parts. 

4. Perform a two-sided adhesive repair to a bumper cover and other plastic body parts. 

UNIT F: DEMONSTRATING BASIC SHEET METAL REPAIR SKILLS : 1st-2nd 9 Weeks (7Wks, 70Hrs)

1. Rough out and align cosmetic panels using hammer and dolly techniques. 

2. Finish to final contour by using the following techniques: a. hammer and dolly, b. picking and filing, and c. shrinking. 

3. Demonstrate stud gun techniques in cosmetic panel alignment. 

4. Prepare the straightened area for filling by grinding and featheredging. 

5. Fill and finish panel irregularities using plastic fillers. 6. Demonstrate knowledge of repairing various levels of corrosion damage. 

UNIT H: DEMONSTRATING SKILLS REQUIRED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE TRIM, ACCESSORIES, AND HARDWARE : 1st 9 Weeks  (4Wks, 40Hrs)

1. Remove and replace various bumper systems. 

2. Replace and/or align bumper reinforcements. November 2011 

3. Replace and/or align energy absorbers. 

4. Remove and replace grille. 

5. Demonstrate knowledge of various types of restraint systems and how to disable them. 

6. Demonstrate knowledge of how to access OEM guidelines for restraint systems service. 

7. Remove and replace trim panels. 

8. Remove and replace molding. 

9. Demonstrate knowledge of how to install weather stripping. 

10. Demonstrate knowledge of how to remove, replace, and align door locks and mating parts. 

11. Demonstrate knowledge of how to remove, replace, and align trunk locks and mating parts. 

12. Demonstrate knowledge of how to remove, replace, and adjust window regulators. 

13. Demonstrate knowledge of how to remove and replace front and rear seats. 

14. Remove, replace, and align hood locks and mating parts. 

15. Install new nonstructural body sheet metal. 

UNIT I: DEMONSTRATING AUTOMOBILE GLASS REPLACEMENT SKILLS : 1st 9 Weeks

1. Demonstrate understanding of removing and replacing fixed glass (heated and nonheated) using manufacturer’s specifications/procedures and recommended materials. 

2. Demonstrate understanding of removing and replacing movable glass. 

Grading Scale:  In compliance with state and district guidelines, the following grading scale will be used to determine high school grades:

Grade Calculation:

Projects/ Tasks/ Shop Grade   60%                     

Quizzes/ Journals                       40%