The Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology curriculum prepares individuals to become qualified technicians who possess the diverse skills required to perform quality repairs and proper refinishing techniques on automobile bodies and to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems.

Coursework includes classroom and laboratory experiences that integrate technical application with academic theory. Emphasis is placed on autobody fundamentals, painting and refinishing, structural and non-structural damage repair, mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement, and common industry practices.

Graduates should be qualified to take National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examinations and also for entry-level employment in automotive dealerships, independent repair shops, or through self-employment, as collision repair and refinishing technicians.

Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Degree Graduation Plan

Collison Repair and Refinishing Technology Diploma Graduation Plan

Non-Structural Damage Certificate Graduation Plan

Structural Damage Certificate Graduation Plan

Painting and Refinishing Certificate Graduation Plan

Collision Repair and Refishing Informational Video (YouTube)

Faculty Contact:

Bud Speight
Chair, Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Edgecombe Community College
2009 W. Wilson St.
Tarboro, NC 27886
(252) 823-5166, ext. 228
speightb@edgecombe.edu