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Course Descriptions
Automotive Auto Body (AUTB)
Technology Division
AUTB 120: Automotive Collision I
Units (Credits): 3; Prerequisites: none
Provides fundamental instruction of hands-on skill and knowledge in auto body construction, tools, and safety. Students will also work with metal, plastics, fiberglass and trim. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 121: Auto Collision I Practice
Units (Credits): 1–6; Prerequisites: none
Develops student skills by putting into practice the theories taught in AUTB 120. The emphasis will be geared to more practical, hands-on experience through the use of grinders, orbital sanders and all collision repair equipment. Shop safety and cleanup are always stressed. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 125: Automotive Collision II
Units (Credits): 1–6; Prerequisites: AUTB 120
Continues AUTB 120 with more advanced hands-on skill and knowledge in auto body construction, tools, safety and work with metal, plastic, fiberglass and trim. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 126: Automotive Collision II Practice
Units (Credits): 1–9; Prerequisites: AUTB 125
Continues to develop student skills by putting into practice the theories taught in AUTB 125. The emphasis will be geared to a more practical, hands-on experience through the use of frame machines, laser measuring devices, and various shop equipment and hand tools. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 200: Automotive Refinishing I
Units (Credits): 3; Prerequisites: none
Provides fundamental instruction of hands-on skill and knowledge in the painting and refinishing, including metal preparation, sanding techniques, masking and priming. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 201: Automotive Refinishing Practice
Units (Credits): 1–6; Prerequisites: none
Further develops student skills by putting into practice the theories taught in AUTB 200. The emphasis will be geared to a more practical, hands-on experience through use of the various spray guns and finish techniques. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 205: Auto Refinishing II
Units (Credits): 1–6; Prerequisites: AUTB 200
Continues AUTB 200 with more advanced hands-on skill and knowledge in the painting and refinishing of auto bodies. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 206: Automotive Refinishing Practice II
Units (Credits): 1–9; Prerequisites: AUTB 205
Further develops student skills by putting into practice the theories taught in AUTB 205. Emphasizes a more practical, hands-on experience through use of different style guns and spray equipment, paint materials, color matching, etc. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 210: Plastic Composite and Adhesives
Units (Credits): 1–6; Prerequisites: AUTB 120 or consent of instructor
Offers an in-depth study of the new plastics, composite panels and the adhesion process. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 211: Plastic, Composites & Adhesives Practice
Units (Credits): 1–6; Prerequisites: AUTB 120 & AMP;AUTB200
Further develops student skills by putting into practice the theories taught in AUTO 141. The emphasis will be geared to a more practical, hands-on experience through an in-depth study of the new plastics, composite panels and the adhesion process for them. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.
AUTB 220: Auto Collision & Refinishing Estimating
Units (Credits): 3–6; Prerequisites: basic computer skills
Familiarizes students with the estimating portion of the auto collision and refinishing program. The course involves analyzing damage in-depth, creating a damage report and using computer software for the process. Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.