Teacher: Dave Winstead
Email: dwinstead@lcisd.k12.mi.us
(810)664-1124 ext. 4146
Paraprofessional: Luke Childers
Email: lchilders @lcisd.k12.mi.us
(810)664-1124 ext. 4146
Collision Repair
Program Description
Collision Repair program teaches students the fundamentals of re-finishing, replacing and repairing damaged auto body panels and is a NATEF, National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation and ASC, Automotive Service Center certified program. Students learn to properly use tools and equipment needed for each job and to develop safe working practices and habits. Instruction uses hands-on techniques and current industry technology. Foundation skills include auto body construction, welding, metal finishing, proper use of plastic fillers, plastic bumper cover repairs, priming and refinishing, basecoat and clear coat, buffing and polishing, detailing, estimating and vehicle repair. Students achieve standards required in today’s collision repair industry. The foundation knowledge gained here sets students on the path for employment and for acquiring ASE (automotive service excellence), I-Car, and Automotive Service Center and NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) certifications.
Related Professions
• Insurance adjustor • Body shop manager • Estimator • Detailer • Body technician • Painter
Possible Certifications
• I:CAR Qualification • ASE and State