| Approved Site(s): |
| | Approved for Morse High School. Other schools may not offer this course without prior approval from the Interdivisional Curriculum Committee.
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| Grade Range: |
| | 9–11 |
| Prerequisites: |
| | None |
| Course duration: |
| | Two semesters |
| Subject area in which graduation credit will be given: |
| | Practical Arts |
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| Course Description: |
| | This course provides students with a basic understanding of the auto-body industry and the repair of vehicles. It is intended as the first step in a sequential series of courses leading to industry certification. Students in this course will participate in activities involving precision measurement, physics and chemistry as they relate to auto body repair. Students will develop their technical skills by removing, repairing and replacing automotive components on vehicles. They will strengthen their writing skills by note taking and completing work orders and project reports. Operation and management of the shop also is emphasized. |
| State Course Code(s): |
| | 8520 - Introduction to Structural Repair and Refinishing |
| Basic Texts and Teaching Guides: |
| | I-CAR Intro to Collision Repair. |