Program Information
Vocational Certificate - Code 121100 - Catalog 2024/2025
Bree Castelli, Director of Workforce, 386-506-4171, Bree.Castelli@daytonastate.edu
Ron Lenz, Faculty Instructor, 386-506-4169, Ronald.Lenz@Daytonastate.edu
Diane Mathers, Administrative Assistant, 386-506-4165, Diane.Mathers@Daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing program is to provide the knowledge, practice and skill development necessary for a successful career in the automotive collision and repair industry. The program provides access to the vocational student with the latest technological equipment and methods. The program embraces diversity, equal access, and equal opportunity for training in the local, state manufacturing market.
Description:
As quickly as the vehicle construction and technology of today's vehicles change, so do the skills and knowledge required to return vehicles to pre-accident condition. The Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Program at the ATC (Advanced Technology College) offers state-of-the-art training in collision repair and refinishing that will prepare students to repair today's complex vehicles. This program offers theory and hands-on-training including damage analysis, body repair and refinishing. The I-CAR enhanced delivery curriculum is used as a standard for classroom training that prepares students for I-CAR and ASE certification. Today's increasingly complex vehicles challenge students to develop and utilize the skills required to excel in this high demand job market.
The program accepts new students in the Spring, Fall or Summer. For course access and information go to http://www.daytonastate.edu/falconcentral. Access to a computer with high-speed internet connection is needed.
Program Accreditation: The Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF).
College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Demonstrate the ability to follow safety rules and regulations to NATEF standards.
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Use appropriate tools, equipment, material and computerized products found in the industry.
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Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of the industry including but not limited to theory, application, and troubleshooting.
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Demonstrate the skills needed in collision repair and refinishing.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by visiting FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grants, loans and work programs available please visit the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Note: Students who do not have a standard high school diploma/GED cannot receive student financial aid.
Approximate Additional Costs
| Program Tuition and Fees*: |
$3,166 |
| Access Fee: |
$44.66 ($1.16 per credit)
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| Assessment Fee: |
$34 |
| Lab Fees: |
$1,995.35 - $2,322.13 |
| Textbook Estimate: |
Textbook Estimate: Consult college bookstore for approximate costs of textbooks. |
It is recommended that students purchase tools and uniforms as needed throughout the course of the program. The approximate cost is $300.
*In-state tuition only; out-of-state will be higher.
Additional Completion Requirements
Students must take the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) for Career & Technical Education (CTE) Reading and Math skills and achieve specified minimum scores or meet exemption requirements to graduate from this program (See an Academic Advisor for exemption criteria).
- Meet with a counselor/advisor for placement test evaluation or exemption criteria and to receive advice on course selection and registration.
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Meet with a counselor/advisor for placement test evaluation to receive advice on course selection and registration.
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Students who do not have a standard high school diploma/GED cannot receive student financial aid.
Careers
The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org. For additional career information, please see:
13-1032.00 Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/13-1032.00
49-3021.00 Automotive Body and Related Repairers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3021.00
49-3022.00 Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3022.00
51-9122.00 Painters, Transportation Equipment http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-9122.00
Program Length: The typical length of this program is four (4) semesters (60 weeks) for a full-time student. The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) lists the placement rate (2018-19) for this field at 60%.
CIP Code (6 digit): 47.0603 Auto Body/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
For additional information on wages, trends and career videos:
http://www.careerinfonet.org/occ_rep.asp?optstatus=011000000&soccode=493021&id=1&nodeid=2&stfips=12&search=Go
Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
Program Specific Courses
| ARR0121C | Introduction to Refinishing and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0122C | Refinishing and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0123C | Advanced Refinishing and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0241C | Introduction to Collision Repair and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0242C | Collision Repair and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0243C | Advanced Collision Repair and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0381C | Introduction to Unibody and Frame and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0382C | Unibody and Frame II and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0021 | Automotive Collision Estimating | 75 |
| Choose One of the Following: | |
| ARR0244C | Basic Collision and Refinishing Overview (Work On Your Own Car) and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0949 | Cooperative Education Experience in Automotive Body Repair and Refinishing | 30 |
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester
| ARR0121C | Introduction to Refinishing and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0241C | Introduction to Collision Repair and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0381C | Introduction to Unibody and Frame and Lab | 120 |
2nd Semester
Summer Semester
| ARR0123C | Advanced Refinishing and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0243C | Advanced Collision Repair and Lab | 120 |
| Choose One of the Following: | |
| ARR0244C | Basic Collision and Refinishing Overview (Work On Your Own Car) and Lab | 120 |
| ARR0949 | Cooperative Education Experience in Automotive Body Repair and Refinishing | 30 |
3rd Semester
| ARR0021 | Automotive Collision Estimating | 75 |