Majors at ECC: Engineering and Technologies Division

AUTOMOTIVE TRADES: AUTOBODY REPAIR

Program Competencies

Upon graduation with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Automotive Trades/Autobody Repair, the student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate appropriate methods of estimating and developing repair orders/invoices
  • Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrate universal measuring devices, as well as dedicated fixtures
  • Demonstrate proper use of tools
  • Properly use various welding technique
  • Demonstrate different methods of frame straightening
  • Demonstrate the application of multiple painting procedures
  • Interpret manufacturer's specifications and perform prescribed procedures from manuals for diagnosis and repair of charging, starting, electrical, and accessory systems; struts, torsion bars, leaf and coil spring suspension systems; air conditioning and heating systems; brake systems, and hydraulics, including automatic braking systems