TRAD4604 - PAINT PREP AND REFINISHING II (AMT134)

Course Description

Upon successful completion of the Automotive Technology program the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate technical proficiency in entry-level skills for employment in the automotive service field or related areas.
2. Apply the theory behind automotive procedures and use critical thinking when performing service, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of all major automotive systems.
3. Comply with personal and environmental safety practices in accordance with applicable safety and environmental regulations.
4. Identify and use appropriate tools, testing and measuring equipment required to accomplish each task established by National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF).
5. Locate references, training information and manufacturer’s procedures from industry resources using the appropriate technology and will be able to perform tasks in accordance with their research.
6. Perform all diagnostic and repair tasks in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended procedures as published.
7. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Course Outline

144B.1   Painting and Refinishing Intro                                                                        3 hrs

144B.2   Surface Repair                                                                                                39 hrs

144B.3   Primer Application                                                                                         18 hrs

144B.4   Paint Application                                                                                           60 hrs

                                                                                      Total hours            120 hrs

Learner Outcomes

1. Demonstrate an understanding of applicable procedures to prepare the surface area and techniques used for proper paint application.
2. Demonstrate preparation procedures on surface area to be painted. 
3. Perform paint mixing and color matching at recommended ratios and demonstrate proper paint application procedures.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of personal and environmental safety practices and observe all industry standards of safety.