2014 - 2015 Combined Catalogs of the Colleges

Program: Auto Body Technology
Degree Plan: Custom Auto/Street Rod Fabrication Certificate



Gainful Employment Information

(Level I Certificate)

Eastfield only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: C1.AUTO.BODY.CUSTOM

This certificate will provide education and training for individuals who would like to explore the basic techniques needed to design, modify and build street rods or custom automobiles. This program introduces students to the history, evolution and concepts of both street rod and the customizing of automobiles as it applies to construction, enhancement and refurbishment including techniques in welding, developing fabrication skills like shaping and forming steel or aluminum panels, and shop safety. Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be awarded a Level 1 certificate in Custom Auto/Street Rod Fabrication as part of the Auto Body Technology Program.

CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER I

ABDR 1307 Collision Repair Welding 3
ABDR 2402 Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service 4
ABDR 1391 Special Topics in Auto/Automotive Body Repairer 3
ABDR 1431 Basic Refinishing 4
14

SEMESTER II

ABDR 2570 Custom Auto/Street Rod Metal Fabrication I 5
ABDR 2571 Custom Auto/Street Rod Metal Fabrication II 5
ABDR 2572 Chassis Design and Development 5
15
Minimum Hours Required 29

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice.


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