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These Course Descriptions include updates that were added after the original publication on April 4, 2017.
New students who are entering the college for the first time should follow this version when selecting courses.
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New students who are entering the college for the first time should follow this version when selecting courses.
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ABDR 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Collision Repair Welding This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of collision repair welding and cutting procedures. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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ABDR 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Special Topics in Auto/Automotive Body Repairer This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.) |
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ABDR 1419 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Basic Metal Repair This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Covers metal principles and working techniques including proper tool usage and product application. (2 Lec., 7 Lab.) |
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ABDR 1431 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Basic Refinishing This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to current refinishing products, shop safety, and equipment used in the automotive refinishing industry. Emphasis on surface preparation, masking techniques, and refinishing of replacement parts. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ABDR 1455 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Non-Structural Metal Repair This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Demonstrate sheet metal repair skills using mechanical and hydraulic equipment. Emphasis on attachment devices used to straighten and align exterior body panels. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) * Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on April 4, 2017. (Original) | (Changes) |
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ABDR 1458 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Intermediate Refinishing This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Training in mixing and spraying of automotive topcoats. Emphasis on formula ingredient, reducing, thinning, and special spraying techniques. Introduction to partial panel refinishing techniques and current industry paint removal techniques. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ABDR 1558 (5 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Intermediate Refinishing This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Expanded training in mixing and spraying of automotive topcoats. Emphasis on formula ingredient, reducing, thinning, and special spraying techniques. Introduction to partial panel refinishing techniques and current industry paint removal techniques. (3 Lec., 6.Lab.) |
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ABDR 2353 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Color Analysis and Paint Matching This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced course in color theory, analysis, tinting, and advanced blending techniques for acceptable paint matching. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ABDR 2355 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Collision Repair Estimating This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An advanced course in collision estimating and development of an accurate damage report. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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ABDR 2357 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Collision Repair Shop Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of methods and equipment used in state of the art repair shops to improve management functions and profitably. (3 Lec.) |
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ABDR 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Cooperative Education - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 15 Lab.) |
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ABDR 2388 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Internship - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. (16 Ext.) |
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ABDR 2402 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Instruction in the repair, replacement, and/or service of those mechanical or electrical systems that are subject to damage from a collision. Topics include drive train removal, reinstallation and service; cooling system service; cooling system service and repair; exhaust system service; and emission control systems. Additional topics include wire and connector repair, reading wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ABDR 2537 (5 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Structural Analysis and Damage Repair V This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Operation of equipment and the procedures involved in the repair of body structures. Special emphasis on conducting a thorough damage analysis as well as demonstrating proper pulling and anchoring techniques. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ABDR 2541 (5 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Major Collision Repair and Panel Replacement This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Instruction in preparation of vehicles for major repair processes. Covers interpreting information from damage reports, planning repair sequences, selecting appropriate tools, and organizing removed parts for reinstallation. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ABDR 2570 (5 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Custom Auto/Street Rod Metal Fabrication I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A study of the basic shaping techniques required for fabricating sheet metal parts and pieces that can be applied in the building of custom cars and street rods. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ABDR 2571 (5 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Custom Auto/Street Rod Metal Fabrication II This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite Recommended: ABDR 2570. Course Description: A study of the construction methods required in custom car and street rod building. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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ABDR 2572 (5 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Chassis Design and Development This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite Recommended: ABDR 2570. Course Description: A study of the development of chassis components including frames, front and rear suspensions, fuel and braking systems, engine and transmission mounting methods and cooling requirements. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.
