Automotive Collision Technology Technician

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Automotive Collision Technology Technician

• In-depth safety training
• Hands-on training with professional automotive repair materials and equipment
• Hand and power tool training
• Plastic welding
• Silicon bronze welding, spot welding, MIG welding, acetylene cutting, and metal shaping
• Sheet metal replacement and repair
• R&I of body-panels, interior, and exterior trim
• Cutting and sectioning welded replacement body panels
• Straighten uni-body and full-frame vehicles
• Both structural and non-structural repairs
• CCC-One computerized estimating and damage analysis
• Vehicle masking
• Use of sandpapers and sanding and stripping equipment
• Applying primers and sealers
• Applying single-stage paints
• Applying BC/CC paints with both solvent and water base systems
• Applying Tri-coat paints
• Color blending and matching
• Two tone and striping
• VR paint simulation training
• Hands-on real-world painting and refinishing equipment training
• Paint problem solving
• Professional sanding and buffing procedures
• ASE certification testing available

All students participate in IET

Integrated Education and Training (IET) is an educational model that combines adult education and literacy activities with workforce preparation and training for a specific occupation or occupational cluster. The goal of IET is to help adults gain the skills and credentials they need for in-demand careers, and to advance their education and careers.

About The Instructor

Jeffery McGee has over 30 years of experience in the automotive collision repair industry. He is a former business owner and graduate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology majoring in automotive collision repair technology. Mr. Mcgee has multiple collision repair and refinishing certifications including ASE, Axalta, and PPG.

*If you plan on applying for Financial Aid, visit FAFSA.Gov. 

*If you plan on using VA Benefits, Contact our VA Counselor: hartld@bay.k12.fl.us | (850) 767-5500 ext. 212-5528