Non-Structural Repair Technician

Students in this major will learn skills in basic collision repair including damage analysis to determine necessary repair procedure. Students will cover the operation of tools and personal safety equipment maintenance. They will learn how to use metal straightening tools to repair minor dents and dings in sheet metal as well as metal shrinking and stretching techniques. Students will also learn the techniques for mixing and applying body filler, selecting the proper sandpaper and sanding equipment, techniques for properly  sanding the cured body filler to original contour, and how to prepare the repair for primer. Also included is the removal and installation of handles, trim, moldings and locks. The hours completed in this major are aligned with ASE/NATEF standards, and ASE certification is recommended and industry recognized.

College Credit:

• OCCC - 28 credit hours available

Average Oklahoma Salary
$16/hour

Helpful Attributes and Abilities

• Reading and math skills at the 8th grade level or above
• Good health and physical condition
• Good eye-hand coordination
• Ability to think critically and logically
• Ability to organize one’s work
• Sheet metal/welding, wood shop, industrial art and mechanical ability
• Ability to organize movements around and under automobiles
• Ability to mentally plan collision repair

Who Can Enroll
Juniors, Seniors & Adults

Location
South Bryant Campus
4901 S. Bryant Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK 73129

Student Organization
SkillsUSA

Program Accreditations
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

Metro Tech Accreditations
Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education (OBCTE)
Oklahoma State Board of Education (OSBE)
North Central Association-Commission on Accreditation & School Improvement (NCA-CASI)

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