ACT 111
METAL WELDING AND CUTTING I
3 CR. (3L)
Covers sheet metal oxygen-acetylene welding and MIG welding techniques including safety, materials, equipment and setups. Personal and vehicle protective measures prior to welding procedures is presented.
ACT 122
PANEL REPAIR AND REPLACEMENTS
3 CR. (3L)
Covers straightening techniques including tension pulls/stress relief, metal finishing, metal shrinking and use of fillers. Emphasizes the identification, handling and replacement of parts such as adjustment and alignment of bolt-on parts, fixed parts and accessories. Training covers the use of adhesives, sound deadeners and welding methods performed during repairs.
ACT 123
METAL FINISHING AND BODY FILLING
3 CR. (3L)
Covers metal finishing, metal shrinking and the use of cosmetic fillers. Emphasis is placed on the use of proper tools required to perform these tasks, including use, selection and safety procedures for tools and equipment selected.
ACT 131
STRUCTURAL DAMAGE DIAGNOSIS
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Focuses on methods of frame measurement using dimension charts and service manuals. Includes the use of self-centering gauges and mechanical and electronic measuring. Appropriate terms and definitions of vehicle structures and vehicle diagnosis is covered including identification and analysis of damage. Includes the techniques for basic hook ups and safety procedures used in making corrective pulls.
ACT 132
STRUCTURAL DAMAGE REPAIR
3. CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Continues the study and application of frame measurement and repair. The student applies methods found in dimension charts and service manuals for vehicle diagnosis and straightening. Training includes the replacement of a structural panel with the identification of damaged suspension components replaced according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
ACT 144
REFINISHING I
2 CR. (2L)
Provides the knowledge needed for application and use of automotive paint systems. Course includes locating color codes, mixing formulas, matching and selections of materials. Proper paint gun use and adjustments is taught for the product being applied. In addition, the student practices correct masking and detailing techniques.
ACT 151
PLASTICS AND ADHESIVES I
1 CR. (.5L/.75 LBV)
Designed to teach the state-of-the-art repair for both rigid and flexible plastic components and choosing adhesives using the latest manufacturer’s repair techniques.
ACT 160
CUSTOM PAINTING
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
This course provides instruction in basic custom paint application such as pearl paints, candy colors, metal flakes, etc.
ACT 161
AUTOMOTIVE GRAPHICS AND DESIGNS
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
This course provides instruction in the application of graphics and designs to an automotive finish. These designs include striping, flames, paint fades, and graphics, etc.
ACT 162
AUTOMOTIVE AIR BRUSHING AND MURALS
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
This course provides instruction in the use of airbrush equipment to produce murals. Instruction in mural layout background, foreground, and fine detail will be provided.
ACT 163
AUTOMOTIVE SPECIAL EFFECTS AND REFINISHING
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
This course provides instruction in the different types of design effects that an be achieved through special techniques.
ACT 165
AUTOMOTIVE BODY CUSTOMIZING I
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Recommended CORQ: ACT 166 AND ACT 167. Covers tool identification welding (mig and resistance), plasma cutting, metal finishing, metal shrinking and the use of cosmetic fillers. Emphasis is placed on the use of proper tools required to perform body customizing tasks, including use, selection and safety procedures for tools and equipment selected.
ACT 166
AUTOMOTIVE BODY CUSTOMIZING II
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Recommended PRQ: ACT 165. Covers modification of vehicle and vehicle parts such as Chopping, measuring. realigning, fabricating, recessing, shaping etc.
ACT 167
AUTOMOTIVE BODY CUSTOMIZING III
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Recommended PRQ: ACT 165 and ACT 166. Covers the completion of modifications that were started in Automotive Body Customizing II along with the addition of body molding kits.
ACT 170
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION TECHNOLOGY LAB EXPERIENCES I
1-9 CR. (1.5-13.5 LBV)
Designed to prepare the student to perform basic tasks for a specialized area in a controlled instructional lab.
ACT 171
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION TECHNOLOGY LAB EXPERIENCE II
1-9 CR. (1.5-13.5 LBV)
Course is a continuation of Lab experience. Designed to prepare the individual to perform basic tasks for a specialized area in a controlled instructional lab.
ACT 172
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION TECHNOLOGY LAB EXPERIENCES III
1-9 CR. (1.5-13.5 LBV)
Course is a continuation of Lab experience. Designed to prepare the individual to perform basic tasks for a specialized area in a controlled instructional lab.
ACT 175-177
SPECIAL TOPICS
1-9 CR. (L/LBV)
Assists students who are interested in individual topics within the normal curriculum. The student identifies and selects objectives that he/she needs for industry upgrades or special training to enter the workforce. The student may explore current topics, issues or activities related to one or more aspects of the Automotive Collision industry.
ACT 175
SPECIAL TOPICS: AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION TECHNOLOGY LAB EXPERIENCES I
7 CR. (2L/7.5 LBV)
Designed to prepare the student to perform basic tasks for a specialized area of plastics and adhesives.
ACT 176
SPECIAL TOPICS: AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION TECHNOLOGY LAB EXPERIENCES II
6 CR. (4L/3 LBV)
Designed to prepare the student to perform basic tasks in the specialized area of non-structural damage repair.
ACT 177
SPECIAL TOPICS: AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION TECHNOLOGY LAB EXPERIENCES III
6 CR. (4L/3 LBV)
Designed to prepare the student to perform basic tasks in the specialty area of non-structural damage repair.
ACT 180
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR INTERNSHIP LEVEL I
1-9 CR (3-27 INT)
Designed to meet the needs of the student in selected specialized area in a work-based environment. Individualized instruction at the job site is coordinated based on student’s interest and instructor approval.
ACT 181
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR LEVEL II INTERNSHIP
1-9 CR. (3-27 INT)
Course is a continuation of Level I Internship. Student uses the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the ACT program in a job site placement.
ACT 205
ESTIMATING AND SHOP MANAGEMENT
3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)
Initiates written estimates on damaged vehicles. Students learn shop management including work orders, ordering supplies, operating costs, time cards, shop liabilities, employee’s safety and insurance management issues.
ACT 211
METAL WELDING AND CUTTING II
2 CR. (3 LBV)
Covers mig welding procedures of seam weld, stitch welds and destructive testing. Resistance spot welding, which includes two-sided spot weld, plasma cutting, safety, materials, and equipment and operating procedures, with emphasis on shop safety are also presented.
ACT 220
STRUCTURAL REPAIR II
4 CR. (2L/3 LBV)
Designed as a continuation of ACT 132. Students continue practice in structural damage analysis and measuring procedures on both, unitized and body-over-frame type vehicles. Proper methods for straightening, as well as replacing structural, mechanical, and electronic components are covered.
ACT 231
ADVANCED STRUCTURAL DAMAGE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Covers major automotive body repair in vehicles with major damage on conventional structures and unibody structures. Student learns the operation of equipment and techniques used to straighten and align damaged frames. Identification and analysis of frames, hot and cold stress relieving,
servicing and sectioning of structural frames is also included. Liability issues and the importance of making these corrections according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and industry standards are emphasized.
ACT 243
REFINISHING II
2 CR. (2L)
In this advanced course students learn the necessary skills used to tint and blend panels working with the latest finishes and paints. Special coatings and procedures are covered in this course.
ACT 251
PLASTICS AND ADHESIVES II
1 CR. (.75L/.38 LBV)
Emphasizes advanced plastic and adhesives. The current state-of-the-art repair for both rigid and flexible plastic components using the latest manufacturer’s repair techniques are presented. Sheet Molded Compound procedures and the use of proper adhesives is covered.
ACT 266
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
1 CR. (.5L/.75 LBV)
Students learn to inspect, remove and replace active restraint systems, passive restraint systems and supplemental restraint systems. Procedures are demonstrated for disarming and diagnosing restraint systems using electronic equipment and trouble codes. Instruction for passive restraint replacement is also covered in this course.
ACT 275-277
SPECIAL TOPICS
1-9 CR. (L/LBV)
Assists students who are interested in individual topics within the normal curriculum. The student identifies and selects objectives that he/she needs for industry upgrades or special training to enter the workforce. The student may explore current topics, issues or activities related to one or more aspects of the Automotive Collision industry.
ACT 275
SPECIAL TOPICS: REFINISHING
1-9 CR. (1.5-13.5 LBV)
Designed to prepare the student to perform basic tasks in the specialty area of refinishing.
ACT 275
SPECIAL TOPICS: SUSPENSION AND DRIVE TRAIN
9 CR. (3L/9 LBV)
Designed to prepare the student to perform basic tasks in the specialty area of suspensions and drive trains.
ACT 275
SPECIAL TOPICS: MAJOR BODY REPAIR
1-9 CR. (1-9L/1.5-13.5 LBV)
Designed to prepare the student to perform basic tasks in the specialty area of major body repair.
ACT 275
SPECIAL TOPICS: MINOR BODY REPAIR
1-9 CR. (1-9L/1.5-13.5 LBV)
Designed to prepare the student to perform basic tasks in the specialty area of minor body repair.
ACT 275
SPECIAL TOPICS: GENERAL BODY REPAIR
4 CR. (6 LBV)
This course provides an introduction to basic automotive body repair techniques. The student will be able to learn objectives tailored to his/her vocational goals.
ACT 280
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR LEVEL III INTERNSHIP
1-9 CR. (3-27 INT)
Individualized instruction at job site continues in this final internship. The student is encouraged to develop skills needed to enter employment in the automotive collision repair field.
ACT 284
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR INTERNSHIP LEVEL IV
1-9 CR. (3-27 INT)
Individualized instruction at job site continues in this final internship. The student is encouraged to develop skills needed to enter employment in the automotive collision repair field.
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