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Collision Repair Technology

Degree Type: Diploma (DIP)
Location: Austin
Program Starts: Fall
Total Credits: 68
Course Plan: Two Year
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Do you want a rewarding career with great visual satisfaction?

Collision repair and the refinishing of today’s high-tech cars is a challenging and rewarding career. As a skilled and trained technician, you get the satisfaction of seeing the results of your efforts on each job. Your reputation and customer response are directly related to the appearance of the repair while returning the vehicle to pre-accident condition.

First-year students focus on hand skills, study metal analysis, and learn the basics on plastic filler, glass installation, damage analysis and refinishing. Second-year students concentrate on metal finishing, advanced frame and unibody repair, wheel alignment, advanced refinishing and customer relations.

Look forward to developing strong skills in hands-on vehicle repair work. Students practice hand skills while repairing damaged vehicles to industry standards. This program also includes basic theory on airbag handling and replacement.

The specialty training offered in this program is unique in the upper Midwest. All Riverland instructors have years of experience in the field and are committed to keeping up with the latest industry changes. Our excellent student-to-teacher ratio means you benefit from focused individual attention.


Employment Outlook

Riverland graduates are well prepared for entry-level jobs. The collision repair industry is growing every year and the need for trained technicians is expected to increase. This means that you can be confident that collision repair and refinishing will continue to be a solid career choice with even more opportunities in the future. Experience and advanced training can lead to many other careers such as shop management, shop owner, insurance adjuster, and work in the paint and body supply industry.
Program Fees
Number of Credits:
68
$162.00
Estimated Total Tuition Cost:
$11,016.00
$400
$1700 - $3600 (Tool costs vary depending on vendor)
Faculty & Advisors
Jim Jensen 433-0623 Jim.Jensen@riverland.edu
Larry Peterson 433-0623 larry.peterson@riverland.edu

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