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Saint Paul College Programs
Auto Body Repair
Program Requirements
• Auto Body Repair AAS Degree
• Auto Body Repair Diploma
Auto Body Repair AAS Degree
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| ABDY 1400 | Introduction to Auto Body Repair | 3 |
| ABDY 1410 | Auto Body Sheet Metal Repair | 3 |
| ABDY 1420 | Auto Body Repair Techniques | 3 |
| ABDY 1430 | Introduction to Paint Prep | 4 |
| ABDY 1440 | Advanced Auto Body and Frame Repair Theory | 2 |
| ABDY 1450 | Collision Repair, Estimating and Shop Management | 2 |
| ABDY 1510 | Advanced Body and Frame Repair | 3 |
| ABDY 1520 | Paint and Color Matching Techniques | 4 |
| ABDY 1530 | Paint Finishing and Detailing | 4 |
| ABDY 1540 | Auto Body Specialization Finishes | 4 |
| ABDY 1550 | General Auto Body Detailing | 4 |
| ABDY 1560 | Alignment and Brakes for Auto Body | 2 |
| ABDY 1570 | Air Conditioning and Electric | 3 |
| ABDY 1581 | Welding - Auto Body 1 | 2 |
| ABDY 1582 | Welding - Auto Body 2 | 3 |
| Subtotal | 46 | |
| General Education Requirements | 20 | |
| (Select at least 20 credits of General Education according to the Requirements listed below) | ||
| Total Program Credits | 66 | |
| AAS Degree General Education Requirements* | 20 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Students are required to complete ENGL 1711 and any SPCH course from Goal 1 | 7 | |
| Goal 1: | Communication | 7 |
| ENGL 1711 Composition 1 (4 cr.) | ||
| SPCH XXXX (3 cr.) | ||
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 3 or Goal 4 | 3 | |
| Goal 3: | Natural Sciences | |
| Goal 4: | Mathematical/Logical Reasoning | |
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 5 | 3 | |
| Goal 5: | History, Social Science, & Behavioral Sciences | |
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 6 | 3 | |
| Goal 6: | Humanities and Fine Arts | |
| Select a minimum of 4 additional credits from Goals 1-10 of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum |
4 | |
| * Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List for specific course options. | ||
Auto Body Repair Diploma
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| ABDY 1400 | Introduction to Auto Body Repair | 3 |
| ABDY 1410 | Auto Body Sheet Metal Repair | 3 |
| ABDY 1420 | Auto Body Repair Techniques | 3 |
| ABDY 1430 | Introduction to Paint Prep | 4 |
| ABDY 1440 | Advanced Body and Frame Repair Theory | 2 |
| ABDY 1450 | Collision Repair, Estimating & Shop Management | 2 |
| ABDY 1510 | Advanced Body and Frame Repair | 3 |
| ABDY 1520 | Paint and Color Matching Techniques | 4 |
| ABDY 1530 | Paint Finishing and Detailing | 4 |
| ABDY 1540 | Auto Body Specialization Finishes | 4 |
| ABDY 1550 | General Auto Body Detailing | 4 |
| ABDY 1560 | Alignment and Brakes for Auto Body | 2 |
| ABDY 1570 | Air Conditioning and Electric | 3 |
| ABDY 1581 | Welding - Auto Body 1 | 2 |
| ABDY 1582 | Welding - Auto Body 2 | 3 |
| Subtotal | 46 | |
| General Education Requirement | 3 | |
| Total Program Credits | 49 |
Course Descriptions
ABDY 1400 Introduction to Auto Body Repair
Personal safety, tool use and maintenance as well as basic body shop procedures are covered. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 3C/1/2/0
ABDY 1410 Auto Body Sheet Metal Repair
Covers basic sheet metal repair on automobiles, as well as tools and equipment used in the repair process. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 3C/1/2/0
ABDY 1420 Auto Body Repair Techniques
Covers the use of basic hand and power tools and preparation of an auto before painting. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 3C/1/2/0
ABDY 1430 Introduction to Paint Prep
Focuses on refinishing safety, preparation, tools and equipment used in the application of materials. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 4C/0/4/0
ABDY 1440 Advanced Body & Frame Repair Theory
Topics include advanced body and frame theory, use of frame rack and safe use of power equipment as it applies to major collision damage. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program)2C/1/1/0
ABDY 1450 Collision Repair, Estimating & Shop Management
The focus of this course will be identification and calculation of vehicle damage from a collision. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 2C/1/1/0
ABDY 1510 Advanced Body & Frame Repair
Covers the repair of major collision damage. This course will focus on using measuring and strengthening equipment. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 3C/1/2/0
ABDY 1520 Paint & Color Matching Techniques
Emphasizes overall refinishing, including color matching and all types of paint problems. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body program) 4C/2/2/0
ABDY 1530 Paint Finish & Detailing
Covers automotive finishes and how to detail them. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 4C/2/2/0
ABDY 1540 Auto Body Specialization Finishes
Application of special automotive finishes used on today's automobile is emphasized in this course. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body program) 4C/2/2/0
ABDY 1550 General Auto Body Detailing
Detailing of automobiles after they leave the paint shop is the focus of this course. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 4C/2/2/0
ABDY 1560 Alignment & Brakes for Auto Body
Covers alignment and brakes, how that applies to auto body collision damage and how repairs are made. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 2C/1/1/0
ABDY 1570 Air Conditioning & Auto Electric for Auto Body
Covers the repair of air conditioning and electrical components as it applies to auto collision damage. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 3C/1/2/0
ABDY 1581 Welding--Auto Body 1
Covers welding equipment used in auto body repair and its safe and correct use. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 2C/1/1/0
ABDY 1582 Welding--Auto Body 2
Emphasizes the types of welding used on automobiles and the type of basic welding joints. (Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Auto Body Program) 3C/1/2/0
