Collision Repair Technology (CRT)

Designed as a survey class. Discusses and demonstrates safety, sanding, masking, feather edging, priming, and refinishing of student's vehicle. Students will refinish their own projects in this class. Body and fender dents, rust out, etc., should be taken care of before class enrollment. The instructor will inspect and approve each project prior to allowing it in the program. Course is open to any community member who may profit from the instruction. May be repeated as desired for interest.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.

Discusses proper substrate preparation, surface treatments, coatings and surface defect removal, proper sanding of finishes, and film build tolerances. Teaches application and use of undercoats, primers, primer surfacers, sealers and primer sealers. Covers block sanding, guide coats, wax and grease removers, and surface pre-cleaning techniques. Covers environmental and personal safety when handling collision industry chemicals.
Software fee of $10 applies.
Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Corequisite(s): CRT 1110
Provides laboratory experience for surface preparation techniques aligning with lectures from CRT 1110. Includes finish removal, sanding techniques, undercoating materials.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $40 for materials applies.

Teaches an in-depth analysis of nonstructural damage and applied metal working techniques. Examines properties of metal, elasticity, corrosion protection, work hardening, rough out, hammer and dolly techniques, heat shrinking, pick and file and grinding methods. Includes application of corrosion protection materials, filler materials, and standard operating procedures. Instructs in paintless dent repair techniques, tools and methods of repair.
Software fee of $10 applies.
Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Corequisite(s): CRT 1120
Provides a laboratory experience for nonstructural repair techniques aligning with lectures from CRT 1120. Includes fillers use, metallurgy, shrinking and stretching.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $22 for materials applies.

Teaches use and maintenance of refinishing equipment. Studies undercoats including sealers, primers, and primer surfacers, their use, limitations, and application. Includes coating application using appropriate spray techniques (gun arc, angle, distance, travel speed, and spray pattern overlap) for the finish being applied. Discusses refinish products, their solid levels, coverage, and recommended refinish systems. Teaches prevention and removal of refinish processing defects. Covers cutting and buffing. Uses industry best practice curriculum. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Corequisite(s): CRT 1130
Provides a laboratory experience for overall refinishing and problem solving techniques aligning with lectures from CRT 1130. Includes safety, substrate usage, application techniques, base coats, clear coats, single stage paints, and tri coat processes, application / refinish / material defects, causes and cures.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $74 for materials applies.

Teaches inspection, removal, replacement, and alignment of bolt-on body panels, interior and exterior trim and moveable glass components. Includes proper identification of parts, use of specialized tools, and alignment techniques to ensure a quality repair, while adhering to safety protocols. Uses industry specific technical curriculum. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Corequisite(s): CRT 1140
Provides a laboratory experience for panel replacement and adjustment techniques aligning with lectures from CRT 1140. Includes replacement and alignment of bolt-on body panels, fasteners and trim. Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.

Uses appropriate balance of theory and hands-on exercises to prepare students for the challenges faced in the vehicle refinish industry. Studies color theory, value, hue and chroma for successful color adjustment. Teaches proper blending preparation and application of base/coat and tri-stage finishes to industry specifications. Includes spray application techniques to make color variation adjustments. Provides finish detailing processes to analyze and cure paint defects. Uses industry specific technical curriculum. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Corequisite(s): CRT 1210
Provides a laboratory experience for blending tinting and detailing techniques. Identifies proper procedures for Single stage, Base coat, and Tri stage blending. Identifies detailing techniques and materials.
Tool room fee of $10 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $53 for materials applies.

Teaches GMAW, STRSW, MIG Brazing, Aluminum and Adhesive Bonding of mild, high strength, ultra high strength steels, aluminums and composites. Studies the most common attachment methods as they apply to current vehicles construction techniques. Introduces plasma arc cutting techniques. Uses ICAR and industry technical curriculum. Prepares successful completers for ASE certification. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Corequisite(s): CRT 1230
Provides a laboratory experience in welding and cutting techniques and explores the procedures for attachment methods used in modern vehicle design. Includes practical application of GMAW, Mig Brazing, Aluminum and Adhesive Bonding of mild, high strength, ultra high strength steels, aluminum and composites. Prepares successful completers for ASE certification. Tool room fee of $55 for equipment applies. Course Lab fee of $39 for materials applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1120, CRT 1130, CRT 1230, recommended
Teaches the fundamental procedures for collision damage assessment. Teaches estimating procedures, labor and material costs, repair judgment, estimating, and insurance nomenclature. Includes computer generated and AI assisted damage assessment, page logic, and ethical problem solving. Includes demonstrations, and lab. Uses Industry specific technical curriculum. Prepares successful completers for ASE certification. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1125, CRT 1135, CRT 1235, all recommended
Corequisite(s): CRT 2310
Provides a laboratory experience in collision damage estimating techniques aligning with lectures from CRT 2310. Includes: damage analysis sequence, repair and replace decisions, using crash estimating guide, procedure page analysis of crash estimating guide, selecting parts and labor amounts in crash estimating guide, and various estimating programs for the computer.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $23 for materials applies.

Teaches a thorough damage analysis evaluation in modern vehicle design and structure. Emphasizes collision dynamics, measuring principles and original equipment manufacturers build tolerances. Uses specialized equipment to accurately determine the primary and secondary structural misalignment within the vehicle structure. Examines the accurate and precise analysis, estimation and repair procedures of various structures to develop a repair plan returning the structure to its original design specifications. Uses industry specific technical curriculum. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1235
Corequisite(s): CRT 2320
Provides a laboratory experience for analyzing structural damage to conventional and unibody frames. Aligns with lectures from CRT 2320. Includes: damage identification, body and frame measurement systems, interpret dimension information, set up and properly use a variety of manual, and computerized measuring systems.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $20 for materials applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1230
Focuses on the efficient, economical, and proper structural repair of the vehicle to return it to the original manufacturers specifications and design principles. Teaches methods, strategies, and technology needed to align and straighten advanced materials used in unibody and conventional frame components. Studies alignment of all structural components to return the vehicle to original structural integrity. Includes industry relevant lecture, demonstrations, and lab. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1235
Corequisite(s): CRT 2330
Provides a laboratory experience for aligning and straightening unibody and conventional components made from high strength steel and plastics. Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1140, CRT 1230
Examines new methods of construction and advanced materials to ensure structural integrity of the vehicle is maintained. Teaches the processes and implications involved to return the vehicle to its original design and structural specifications. Teaches removal, alignment, welding, bonding, and corrosion protection technology needed to replace structural components including rails, pillars, and all weld-on panels. Examines safety implications of the new materials and procedures in current and future vehicle designs. Includes industry specific lecture, demonstrations, and lab. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1145, CRT 1235
Corequisite(s): CRT 2340
Provides a laboratory experience for full and partial panel replacement, aligning with lectures from CRT 2340. Includes: removal, alignment, welding, gluing, and corrosion protection technology needed to replace unibody components: including rails, pillars, and weld-on panels. Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $15 for materials applies.

Provides an in-depth exploration of advanced techniques and practices in automotive refinishing. Emphasizes mastering sophisticated refinishing processes, including surface preparation, color matching, spray gun techniques, and the application of high-end coatings. Investigates modern materials such as waterborne paints, clear coats, and specialty finishes, as well as techniques for achieving flawless, professional-grade finishes. Includes instruction in the latest advancements in automotive paint technology, environmental considerations, and safety protocols. Provides hands-on projects to develop skills in blending, polishing, and repairing paintwork to restore both the aesthetics and durability of vehicles. Examines the expertise necessary to tackle complex refinishing jobs in an automotive service environment.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1110, CRT 1120
Teaches specialized techniques in plastic welding, adhesive bonding and use of specialized fillers to restore a plastic/composite part to its original state and shape. Includes plastic parts identification, interpretation of ISO codes, plastic welding and composite repair techniques. Includes cohesive and adhesive repair procedures focusing on current industry standards. Uses industry specific curriculum.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1115, CRT 1125
Corequisite(s): CRT 2400
Examines the fundamental repair processes in plastic welding, adhesive bonding and specialized fillers to restore a plastic/composite part to its original state and shape. Focuses on industries best practices in cohesive and adhesive plastic repairs. Includes plastic parts identification, interpretation of ISO codes and plastic and composite repair techniques.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $35 for materials applies.

Teaches basic mechanical systems theory, removal, and replacement. Studies A/C systems, cooling, braking, emission, restraint, and electrical systems. Includes lecture, demonstrations and lab. Uses ICAR Advanced Technical Curriculum. Successful completers should be prepared for ASE certification. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.

Teaches the collision implications of current and future vehicle technologies. Identifies Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, (ADAS) components, analysis and repair plan formulation. Identifies emerging vehicle propulsion systems and components involved. Involves pre and post scan operation with research of the corrective actions necessary for proper system function. Uses original equipment manufacturer and industry specific technical data information relating to advanced vehicle systems.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2440
Examines the function of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems with the diagnosis and analysis of the components involved. Includes the analysis and formulation of a repair plan for the affected systems. Explores emerging vehicle propulsion systems. Involves performing pre and post scan operation with research to determine the corrective actions necessary for proper system function. Incorporates original equipment manufacturer and industry specific technical data information relating to advanced vehicle systems.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.

Teaches the principles and functions of automotive suspension systems, including damage analysis and diagnostic procedures. Investigates the operation and repair of active and passive restraint systems, Analyzes drum, disc, and anti-lock brake system problems and corrective solutions. Studies the principles and components of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems with diagnostic procedures, evacuation, recharge, and service scenarios. Utilizes industry specific curriculum.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2450
Explores the principles and functions of automotive suspension systems. Includes steering and suspension diagnostics and damage analysis with the disassembly, repair and reassembly to industry standards. Examines the operation and repair of active and passive restraint systems. Analyzes brake system problems with corrective solutions. Evaluates and diagnoses the components of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC). Utilizes industry best practice methodology.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $27 for materials applies.

For students pursuing a Diploma or an AAS degree in Collision Repair Technology with an emphasis in Custom Street Rod Technology or interested community members with a welding background. Covers TIG welding processes for mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Teaches oxyacetylene welding processes for mild steel, brass, copper, pot metal, and aluminum.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2510
Provides a laboratory experience for TIG welding processes for mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Instruction in Oxyacetylene welding processes for mild steel, brass, copper, pot metal, and aluminum.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $69 for materials applies.

For students pursuing a Diploma or an AAS degree in Collision Repair Technology with an emphasis in Custom Street Rod Technology or interested community members with a welding background. Covers frenching, shaving, body modifications, convertible conversions, building hood scoops, louvers, flare, and other technical customizing processes.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2520
Provides a laboratory experience for frenching, shaving, body modifications, convertible conversions, building hood scoops, louvers, flare, and other technical customizing processes.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $11 for materials applies.

For students pursuing a Diploma or an AAS degree in Collision Repair Technology with an emphasis in Custom Street Rod Technology or interested community members. Covers basic fabricating tools such as sheet metal brake, slip rolls, band saw, and nibblers. Uses specialty tools such as English wheel, power hammer, kraftformer, plenisher hammer, shrinkers, and stretchers. Teaches panel fabrication and hammer forming.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2530
Provides a laboratory experience for basic fabricating tools such as sheet metal brake, slip rolls, band saw, and nibblers. Uses specialty tools such as English wheel, power hammer, kraftfomer, plenisher hammer, shrinkers, and stretchers. Teaches panel fabrication and hammer forming.
Tool room fee of $19 equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $60 materials applies.

For students pursing a diploma or AAS degree in Collision Repair Technology with an emphasis in Custom Street Rod Technology or interested community members. Covers body construction from bumper to bumper and from roof to floor. Enhances knowledge of structural components of a well constructed vehicle.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2540
Provides a laboratory experience for body construction from bumper to bumper and from roof to floor. Enhances knowledge of structural components of a well constructed vehicle.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 2510, CRT 2510L
For students pursuing a Diploma or an AAS degree in Collision Repair Technology with an emphasis in Custom Street Rod Technology or interested community members with a basic welding and collision repair background. Covers the history of vintage vehicles, methods of top chopping, sectioning and channeling techniques.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 2510, CRT 2510L
Corequisite(s): CRT 2610
Provides a laboratory experience for methods of top chopping, sectioning and channeling techniques.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $16 for materials applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 2510, CRT 2510L
For students pursuing a Diploma or an AAS degree in Collision Repair Technology with an emphasis in Custom Street Rod Technology or interested community members with a welding background. Identifies the different types of frames and how to modify them. Teaches sub-framing, pro-streeting, narrowing of rear ends, drive shafts, and complete frame change over. Covers exhaust systems and other alterations, front to rear.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 2510, CRT 2510L
Corequisite(s): CRT 2620
Provides a laboratory experience for identifying the different types of frames and how to modify them. Teaches sub-framing, pro-streeting, narrowing of rear ends, drive shafts, and complete frame change over. Covers exhaust systems and other alterations, front to rear.
Tool room fee of $19 equipment applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1110, CRT 1115, CRT 1130, CRT 1135, CRT 1210, CRT 1215
Corequisite(s): CRT 2635
Provides an introduction to custom painting fundamentals used in vehicle designs. Examines airbrushing fundamentals, color mixing and layering theory, masking/stencil techniques, and freehand airbrush designs through instructor-guided projects. Provides knowledge in the equipment and supplies available and in the control, use, disassembly, and cleaning of an airbrush. Includes demonstration in the use of and application of pinstriping. Incorporates computer software in the creation of stencils, graphics and project renderings.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2630
Provides a laboratory experience for custom painting and detailing for show cars. Emphasizes flames, scallops, shredding, checker boarding, air brush techniques, murals, fish scales, three stage paints, pearls, candies, and multi-colored changes.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $73 for materials applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1110, CRT 1120, CRT 1130, CRT 1140
For students pursing a diploma or an AAS degree in Collision Repair Technology with an emphasis in Custom Street Rod Technology or interested community members. Covers basic hand tools, such as: hammers, dollys, leather bags, and slappers. Use of specialty equipment, such as: English wheel, Pullmax, nibbler, power hammers, and bead rollers. Teaches making bucks, patterns and forms. Teaches panel fabrication of aluminum.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2640
Provides laboratory experience for use of: hammers, dollys, leather bags, and slappers. Instructs in the use of specialty equipment, such as: English wheel, Pullmax, nibbler, power hammers, and bead rollers. Teaches making bucks, patterns and forms. Teaches panel fabrication of aluminum.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $60 for materials applies.

Prerequisite(s): CRT 1110, CRT 1120, CRT 1130, CRT 1140
Discusses automotive interior designs with emphasis on color coordination, and materials. Identifies a variety of techniques used in alteration, sewing, layout, and attachment processes.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2650
Offers a laboratory experience for CRT 2650 lecture. Demonstrates interior design materials, color coordination, and stitching techniques. Teaches fabrication, design attachment, molding, layout and cutting.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $96 for materials applies.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2850R
Designed for Collision Repair Technology Majors. Provides paid, on-the-job work experience in the student's major, with work experience, the correlated class, and enrollment coordinated by the Cooperative Coordinator. Includes student, employer and coordinator evaluations, on-site work visits. Provides experience in writing and completing individualized work objectives that improve present work performance. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits toward graduation. May be graded credit/no credit.

Corequisite(s): CRT 2810R
Designed for Collision Repair Technology Majors. Identifies on-the-job problems and provides remediation of those problems through in-class discussion and study. Includes the study of identifying and maximizing service opportunities. Students register for this class with the approval of the Cooperative Coordinator. Includes lecture, guest speakers, video tapes, role playing, case analysis, oral presentations, and written assignments. Completers should be better able to perform in their field of work or study. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits toward graduation. May be graded Credit/No Credit.

Supports and facilitates the goals and objectives of Skills USA, which is a pre-professional student organization that develops social awareness, civic, recreational, and social activities. Prepares students to participate in local, state, and national contests. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits towards graduation.