Auto Body Technology A.A.S.

Location(s): Eastfield

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(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree)

Eastfield campus only

Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: AAS.AUTO.BODY.19

This program introduces the student to all facets of auto body repair and painting. Emphasis is placed upon the development of the necessary skills and knowledge required to function successfully in this industry. The program of study includes technical aspects of metal behavior combined with correct repair and refinishing procedures.

Semester 1

ABDR 1419 - Basic Metal Repair (4 Credit Hours)
ABDR 1455 - Non-Structural Metal Repair (4 Credit Hours)
ABDR 1307 - Collision Repair Welding (3 Credit Hours)
+Elective - SPCH Elective (3 Credit Hours)

Semester Total: 14 Credit Hours

Semester 2

Semester Total: 13 Credit Hours

Semester 3

++Elective - Humanities/Fine Arts (3 Credit Hours)
+++Elective - Social/Behavioral Science (3 Credit Hours)
ABDR 1431 - Basic Refinishing (4 Credit Hours)
ABDR 1458 - Intermediate Refinishing (4 Credit Hours)
ABDR 2353 - Color Analysis and Paint Matching (3 Credit Hours)

Semester Total: 17 Credit Hours

Semester 4

Semester Total: 16 Credit Hours

Minimum Hours Required: 60 Credit Hours

Electives

+SPCH Elective

Must be selected from the following:

Note(s)

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice.