Auto Collision

Certificate Description

The Collision Repair Technology program prepares students for careers as body technicians, paint technicians, and or collision repair estimators. Courses provide instruction in the fundamentals of repairing vehicles from an automotive collision. Curriculum is aligned with the Inter-Industry Conference on Automotive Collision Repair (I-CAR). Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible for I-CAR Pro Level 1 testing through I-CAR’s Professional Development Program.
 

Objectives:

  • Operate common tools and equipment used in auto body repair, auto body painting, and collision repair estimating in a safe manner
  • Demonstrate competency in structural and non-structural repair techniques including analysis and damage repair fundamentals with a variety of metals, plastics, glass, electrical, and mechanical parts
  • Demonstrate competency in techniques involved in painting and refinishing including surface prep, spray gun equipment operation, paint mixing & matching, paint application, paint defects (causes and cures), and final detail
  • Identify & demonstrate correct welding techniques for each specific auto body repair procedure
  • Demonstrate proficiency in collision repair estimating, damage analysis, and electronics tools
  • Certify in I-CAR Pro Level 1
  • Practice professional and responsible behavior
  • Use effective communication and critical-thinking skills to solve problems and implement solutions
Certificate Courses

Additional Requirements

WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 3), Graphic Literacy (Level 4) and Applied Math (Level 4.) Schedule an appointment here or call (435) 750-3188. Need a review? Enroll directly in Academic Learning.

Please note: A composite ACT score of 17 or a composite SAT score of 930 can waive assessment requirements if taken no more than four years prior to enrollment.

For additional information on occupational profile, please click here.

Employment Outlook
What is the difference between a job and a career?
The words career and job are very different. To be specific, a job is what you show up to for work; a career spans your lifetime and includes your education, training, professional memberships, and is something you love doing.

Bridgerland Technical College is open year round. Most programs are open-entry, open-exit, which means you can start the program at the first of every month as long as there is space available. Please contact SSA's for questions about this program, or check start dates.

The first step is to fill out the application for Bridgerland Technical College

Logan Campus Application

Pre-Enrollment - WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 3), Graphic Literacy (Level 4) and Applied Math (Level 4.) Schedule an appointment here or call (435) 750-3188. Need a review? Enroll directly in Academic Learning. Please note: A composite ACT score of 17 or a composite SAT score of 930 can waive assessment requirements if taken no more than four years prior to enrollment. Please email your ACT/SAT scores to studentservices@btech.edu. If you do not have your scores, schedule your assessment below.

Schedule Appointment in Logan

Once the Assessment/ACT has been approved, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at 435-753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu.

Estimated Tuition & Fees

$3,360 - this is an estimate.
Course fees may vary.

Pell Eligible: Yes

Estimated Monthly Payment:

$336 - based off of full-time enrollment.

Estimated Books & Supplies

Cost varies by specialization and/or electives chosen.

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Campus Locations

Logan Campus

Quick Facts

Certificate Duration
1110 Hours - 9-12 months
Hours per Week
30 hrs/wk
Certificate Availability
High School Students: Arranged - varies by school

Adult Students: Mon - Fri, 8 am - 2:30 pm

Outcome Data

Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education

Completion: 82%
Job Placement: 81%
Withdrawal: 18%

Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.

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Hours of Operation

Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780

Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed

 

Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614

Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 3 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed

Campuses

Logan Campus - Main . 435-753-6780
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT 84321

Brigham City Campus . 435-734-0614
325 West 1100 South Brigham City, UT 84302