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accredited by the National Automotive Technical Education Foundation (NATEF)
auto boDy repair provides instruction in basic and advanced auto body repair, with
as much emphasis on theory as practical applications. using up-to-date equipment,
students learn the use of auto body plastics, specialized tools, and spray painting;
develop the mechanical ability to restore damaged vehicles to their original condi-
tion; and learn how to estimate jobs.
Work Environment Employment Outlook Course Outline
Auto body shops are noisy and dusty The New York/Long Island area has • Shop and Field Safety
by nature where strict safety rules a strong demand for skilled auto Procedures
must be followed for welding, metal body repair people. Future demand • Power Tools
straightening, painting and replacing will remain constant. • Frame Straightening/
auto glass. Protective goggles, work Starting Salary: The national aver- Unibody Repair
shoes, ear protection, masks and age for a 40–hour week in the auto & Terminology
work clothing are required. body trade is minimum wage to • Auto Body Plastics
$15/hour. Higher earnings can be and Fiberglass
Career Opportunities expected for specialized areas. • Compounding and
Automotive Detailing Polishing
Fiberglass Body Repairperson Student Supplies (approx. $65) • Hand Tools
Frame Alignment and Unitized 1. Navy blue coveralls • Welding and Brazing
Body Repairer 2. Work shoes Equipment
Heavy Collisionperson 3. Safety glasses and dust masks are • Metal Stretching
Insurance Adjuster loaned to each student for his/her & Shrinking
Masker/Helper exclusive use during the school • Painting-spot repair
Parts Counterperson year. and overall refinishing
Repair Shop Owner • Glass Replacement
Shop Foreperson and Service Required for Sequence Credit
• Estimating
Manager Career and Financial Management • Automotive Detailing
Spray Painter (custom painting)
Technical Diploma Endorsement Related Courses
Wrecking Yard Manager
Academic credits integrated include: at Wilson Tech
Advanced Standing Available* • Technical Math
• Auto Technology
Alfred State College • Technical Science
• Marine Technology
Baran Institute of Technolgy • English 12
• Welding
Pennsylvania College of Technology • Economics/Participation in Gov’t
In order to be granted the Techni-
*Advanced Standing may be available to those
who successfully complete this Tech course. cal Diploma endorsement, students
See Articulation Agreements on page 49. must pass the National Occupational
Competency Testing Exam (NOCTI)
exam in Collision Repair.
Scheduling
Information
Grades: 11 & 12
Length: 1 or 2 years
Units: 4 1⁄2 or 9
Location: Dix Hills
Sessions: AM/PM
118 Wilson Tech 631/667-6000 • or visit Tech @ www.wilsontech.org