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Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Technician, 2 Year Program

Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Technician, 2 Year

Program Number: 32-405-1

  • Two-year Technical Diploma
  • Transportation Program Cluster
  • Center for Construction, Manufacturing, Apprenticeship and Transportation
  • Program offered at the following campuses:
    • Truax, Madison
  • For information call: (608) 246-6102 or 1-800-322-6282 ext 6102

About the Program

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The two-year Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Program is designed to provide students with skills necessary to enter or advance in the collision-repair industry. Training includes structural damage alignment, repairing and replacing sheet metal panels, welding, plastic repair and refinishing vehicles to original color match with emphasis on paint mixing, tinting and blending. Considerable time is spent developing hands-on skills that are used on the job. Skills learned in this program are also valuable to individuals choosing to enter professions other than auto collision repair and refinishing.

Program outcomes state what a graduate needs to be able to do with the essential knowledge, attitudes, skills, and behaviors acquired in a specific MATC program. The program outcomes communicate expectations to students, as well as other academic institutions and potential employers. The identification and assessment of program outcomes support MATC's efforts in documenting student learning and provide a context for the faculty's academic planning. View Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Technician, 1 year program.

Requirements for Graduation

Thirty-one credits with a GPA of 2.0 (C) or above. Average of 2.0 (C) or above for occupational specific courses.

Career Potential

  • Auto Body Technician
  • Frame and Alignment Specialist
  • Unibody Repair Specialist
  • Painting Technician

With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as :

  • Insurance Adjuster and Appraiser
  • Equipment and Supplies Specialist
  • Foreman/Manager/Shop Owner




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