"I've learned many things like painting, welding, and cutting on lots of different equipment. It's things I'll need to know after I graduate."

Judy Engelkes, Spencer, IA
Auto Body student
   
If your interest lies in the automotive industry and you enjoy working with your hands and solving problems, a career in auto body repair may be just what you are looking for.

As an Auto Body student, you will learn latest auto body repair techniques using up-to-date equipment. Classroom discussion is combined with lab
work to learn the following skills:
 
• Oxyacetylene and gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
• Automotive stationary and moveable glass
• Sheet metal repair and replacement
• Welding and repairing plastic components
• Refinishing techniques
• Structural damage analysis and repair procedures
• Electronic estimating
• Structural adhesive use
 
Refinishing techniques are tested using the Spray Technique Analysis and Research (STAR) training
methods. Skills you learn repairing late model vehicles prepare you for immediate entry into the workforce.

After you graduate, you can seek employment in independent shops, automotive dealerships, or become
self-employed.