Career Video: Auto Body
CIP Code: 47.0603 PDE Task List
The Auto Body program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair damaged automotive vehicles such as automobiles and light trucks. Students learn to examine damaged vehicles and estimate cost of repairs; remove, repair and replace upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders; remove and replace glass; repair dented areas; replace excessively damaged fenders, panels and grills; straighten bent frames or unibody structures using hydraulic jacks and pulling devices; and file, grind and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools. Students refinish surfaces by painting with primer and a finish coat.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Career | PA Career Zone | BLS.gov | O*NET |
Auto Body Repair Technician | |||
Automotive Detailer | |||
Automotive Parts Person | |||
Insurance Claims Adjuster | |||
Auto Glass Installer |
Career | PA Career Zone | BLS.gov | O*NET |
Auto Body Repair Technician | |||
Automotive Detailer | |||
Automotive Parts Person | |||
Insurance Claims Adjuster | |||
Auto Glass Installer |
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation: Environmental Protection Agency
COLLEGE CREDITS
SOAR programs prepare today's student for High Priority Occupations which are tomorrow's high demand and high wage careers. Students in SOAR programs may qualify for FREE college credits at institutions in PA. See what colleges are offering SOAR credits at collegetransfer.net.
POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION & TRAINING
NTCC programs prepare students to be BOTH college AND career ready.