OCG - Automotive Collision Repair Technology 1

South Carolina Standards:  (List the standards students are expected to master in this course)

UNIT A: PERFORMING WORK SAFETY PRACTICES

1. Demonstrate the ability to work safely and keep a safe work area.
2. Operate a fire extinguisher.
3. Demonstrate the safe use of hand and power tools.
4. Demonstrate understanding of “right to know” laws including OSHA regulations and EPA Rule 40.

UNIT B: DEMONSTRATING UNDERSTANDING OF VEHICLE CONSTRUCTION AND COLLISION ENERGY MANAGEMENT

1. Describe various types of vehicle construction: a. space frame construction,
2. body-over-frame construction,
3. unibody construction.

2. Identify structural parts and cosmetic parts.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of collision energy management principles.

UNIT C: DEMONSTRATING PLASMA CUTTING SKILLS

1. Set up plasma cutter for cutting automotive gauge sheet metal.
2. Cut a 6-inch straight line in 18- to 22-gauge sheet metal.
3. Cut a dime-size circular hole in 18- to 22-gauge sheet metal.

UNIT D: DEMONSTRATING MIG WELDING SKILLS

1. Demonstrate knowledge of how to protect computers and other electronic control modules during welding procedures according to manufacturer’s specifications.
2. Set up and adjust MIG welder for welding 18- to 22-gauge sheet metal. November 2011
3. Construct the following welds (vertical and overhead positions) using I-CAR gauge to I-CAR specification:
4. continuous bead-lap weld;
5. continuous bead-butt weld with backing;
6. plug weld;
7. continuous bead open butt joint weld.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of aluminum welding.

UNIT F: DEMONSTRATING BASIC SHEET METAL REPAIR SKILLS

1. Rough out and align cosmetic panels using hammer and dolly techniques.
2. Finish to final contour by using the following techniques:
3. hammer and dolly,
4. picking and filing, and
5. shrinking.
6. Demonstrate stud gun techniques in cosmetic panel alignment.
7. Prepare the straightened area for filling by grinding and featheredging.
8. Fill and finish panel irregularities using plastic fillers.
9. Demonstrate knowledge of repairing various levels of corrosion damage.

UNIT J: DEMONSTRATING PAINTING AND REFINISHING SKILLS

1. Demonstrate knowledge of painting booth operations.
2. Clean and condition bare metal for corrosion resistant primers.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of restoring corrosion protection to repaired or replaced unibody structural areas.
4. Prepare panel surfaces for refinishing:
5. sanding,
6. scuffing,
7. feather-edging,
8. blocking,
9. cleaning.
10. Mask sections and parts.
11. Apply various primers and sealers.
12. Apply single stage paint.
13. Apply basecoat/clearcoat paint.
14. Blend a panel using a basecoat/clearcoat finish.
15. Demonstrate knowledge of the color tinting process.
16. Demonstrate knowledge of applying multi-stage paints.
17. Demonstrate knowledge of waterborne finishes.
18. Demonstrate knowledge of paint defects, causes, and cures.
19. Prepare and refinish plastic parts.
20. Demonstrate knowledge of removal and application of decals and stripes. November 2011

UNIT L: DEMONSTRATING EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

1. Complete a resume.
2. Complete a job application.
3. Create a portfolio.
4. Demonstrate interviewing skills.
5. Demonstrate workplace/soft skills.

Required Instructional Materials and Resources: (List required materials including SDOC provided textbooks, including any fees that apply, etc.)

• www.mysctextbooks.com
• Safety and Pollution Prevention (SPP) www.sp2.org
• SkillsUSA www.skillsusa.org
• I-CAR www.I-CAR.com
• I-CAR Programs
• ACRT 1 Lab Fee $50 ( lab fee covers the price of personal protective equipment and project materials)

Optional Materials and Resources:

• 2 inch 3 ring binder
• Pens, pencils, highlighter, and notebook paper