The Auto Collision Estimating Certificate prepares students to become a vehicle damage estimator for an auto collision body shop or an estimator for a vehicle insurance company. Students will gain industry knowledge in vehicle terminology, professional estimate writing, basic body work and safety, basic refinishing and safety and body measuring to assist in better writing damage estimates.
Program Student Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
1. Converse professionally concerning vehicle damage and parts. (1,2,4,5)
2. Develop a professional systematic approach to properly repair a damaged vehicle. (3,4,5)
3. Determine cost effectiveness for replacing a damaged part compared to repairing. (2,4,5)
4. Perform basic bodywork and refinishing techniques used in the auto collision industry. (2,3,5)
