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Collision Repair Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Henry/Carroll

Certificate

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The mission of the Collision Repair Technology program is to provide education and training to develop skilled individuals with the proper attitudes and abilities to achieve employment. The collision repair field is growing at a fast pace, there are new shops springing up in most every major city and in many small towns across the country. Recent interest in collision repair has been ignited by TV shows and the DIY channel.

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Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

  • Program Pathway to Mech Engineering TechFrom The University of Tennessee
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Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Paris, Tennessee

    312 S Wilson Street, Paris, Tennessee, 38242

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 49-3023.00

Skills

Critical ThinkingOperations MonitoringRepairingTroubleshootingEquipment MaintenanceOperation and ControlJudgment and Decision MakingActive ListeningQuality Control AnalysisEquipment SelectionMonitoringCoordinationReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingWriting

Knowledge

MechanicalMathematicsCustomer and Personal ServiceComputers and ElectronicsEngineering and TechnologyDesignEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityProduction and ProcessingBuilding and ConstructionAdministration and Management

Abilities

Near VisionDeductive ReasoningManual DexterityProblem SensitivityFinger DexterityArm-Hand SteadinessControl PrecisionInductive ReasoningOral ComprehensionInformation OrderingExtent FlexibilityMultilimb CoordinationVisualizationSelective AttentionStatic StrengthTrunk StrengthStaminaWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionSpeech RecognitionCategory Flexibility

Tasks

  • Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
  • Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyze
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
  • Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
  • Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and com
  • Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
  • Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
  • Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conf
  • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Determine quantities, sizes, shapes, and locations of reinforcing rods from blueprints, sketches, or
  • Space and fasten together rods in forms according to blueprints, using wire and pliers.
  • Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms, using fasteners, rod-bendin
  • Unload rebar from trucks.
  • Use forklifts or cranes to move construction material, such as rebar.
  • Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical systems.
  • Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
  • Calculate required capacities for equipment of proposed system to obtain specified performance and s

Technology

Data base user interface and query softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareSpreadsheet softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareFacilities management softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareInternet browser softwareMaterials requirements planning logistics and supply chain softwareOffice suite softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareElectronic mail softwareProject management softwareWord processing softwareObject or component oriented development softwareIndustrial control software

Tools

2-channel lab scopes3 pound sledge hammers5 pound sledge hammers5-gas emissions analyzersAdjustable wrenchesAir chiselsAir compressorsAir conditioner chargersAir drillsAir hammersAir sandersAir wrenchesAlignment wrenchesAllen wrenchesAlternating current/direct current AC/DC inductive current clampsAdjustable monkey wrenchesAdjustable widemouth pliersAmmetersAwlsBall peen hammersBattery chargersBolt cuttersBoring barsBrake bleeder wrenchesBrass driftsBrazing equipmentBreaker barsAir scalersAngle findersAnvils

Work Values

SupportIndependenceRelationshipsAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: high49-3023.00Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicspathway_name$49,670 median$80,850 top+4.17%3,360
Match confidence: high49-3042.00Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Enginespathway_name$63,980 median$92,360 top+5.78%1,090
Match confidence: high51-4121.00Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazerspathway_name$51,000 median$75,850 top+2.16%990
Match confidence: high47-2171.00Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workerspathway_name$59,280 median$95,530 top+4.64%90
Match confidence: high17-3027.00Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicianspathway_name$68,730 median$100,890 top+0%0
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

Auto-populated·from NSX Competency Framework

Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Routine repairs (brakes, suspension, exhaust) — perform independently across common vehicles.
  • Customer concerns from the writeup — translate into accurate diagnostic plans.
  • Common drivability complaints — diagnose with scan tool and basic test equipment.
  • Wheel alignments — perform and document on a range of vehicle types.
  • Belts, hoses, fluids, and seals — service correctly across mileage-based intervals.
  • Electrical complaints (lighting, accessories) — diagnose and repair with reduced oversight.
  • Service writeups for additional needs — communicate clearly with service advisors.
  • Warranty repairs — complete to manufacturer documentation requirements.
  • Quick-service workflow — sustain throughput on a routine day.
  • Apprentice technicians — guide on common procedures and tool use.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
59%
Placement Rate
77%