Course Syllabus

 

 

 

 

Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Program

COURSE:

Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair ACR 020-01 Ref#3352

6 Units

MEETS:

Monday & Wednesday 8:00am – 11:20am, T-118

 8-week class from 8/14/2023 – 10/2/2023

Note: This is a HYBRID class. This means that there are both on-campus and online Internet activities required. To participate in this class, you must attend all scheduled on-campus classes and have access to a computer that has a reliable internet connection. Students should access http://online.valleycollege.edu during the week prior to the semester start date. All information regarding this class, including course-specific technology requirements, will be found on that webpage. The course may not be accessible to students until the first day of the class. You may contact me through either my E-mail address listed above, through Canvas Inbox, or if an emergency on my cell phone at the # listed above.

Primary Course Management System

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OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 7:00am - 8:00am

 

PROFESSOR     

Mark S. Williams - mwilliams@valleycollege.edu    

 

PHONE:

Williams - 909 384-5871   

DESCRIPTION:

 

 

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:    

 

AUTO COLLISION

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This course covers theory and practical experience in automotive collision damage repair and shop safety with a focus on automotive construction, regulations, oxyacetylene and MIG welding, surface preparation, basic spray painting, and detailing. This course may be used in preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) National Test B-3.

 

  1. Demonstrate compliance with personal and environmental shop safety practices.
  2. Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate the ability to straighten a damaged sheet metal fender to its original shape.

 

https://catalog.valleycollege.edu/degree-certificate-program-index/automotive-collision/

 

TEXT:          

Collision Repair & Refinishing by Alfred M. Thomas 3rd Edition.

ISBN-978-1-3059-4994-2

INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS:

Arrangements for special projects and make-up hours outside of listed class hours must have prior approval by the instructor.  Student is responsible for documenting ALL completed hours worked towards completion of lab requirement.

GRADING:    

 

Test = 20%

Lab Projects = 30%

Chapter Review/ASE Questions, = 25%

Portfolio = 25%

100%  -  90%           =  A

89%  -  80%             =  B

79%  - 70%              =  C

69%  - 60%              =  D

59%  and below  =  F

ATTENDANCE:

Your attendance in class and laboratory is very important to your successful educational experience.  In essence, missing a class result in you being “docked” the educational material or access to the lab for the time that you missed.  It is the student’s responsibility to make up for the information that they missed through outside reading.  Your instructor is not obligated to provide you with a make-up assignment or examination.

Students who are absent in excess of the equivalent on one week of classes ( 1 day if the class meets one day a week, 2 days if the class meets 2 days a week, etc.) may be withdrawn from the class for non-attendance.  This standard applies whether the absence is excused or not excused.  The instructor may choose to withdraw students for non-attendance as a favor to the student to prevent the posting of a grade of “F” for unsuccessful completion of the course.  The instructor does not have the responsibility of withdrawing students.  Students who are not progressing successfully and who do not withdraw by the final date to withdraw with a grade of “W” will earn a grade of “F”.

 

CHEATING POLICY:

Cheating and plagiarism are considered serious rules violations at  San Bernardino Valley College.  An instructor who determines that a student has cheated or plagiarized has the right to give an “F” grade for that assignment or examination.  They may also choose to report the student to the Vice President of Student Services for further action.

ADA Accommodations

 

 

 

 

 

CDC/COVID-19 Requirements

Accommodations for a Student with a Disability

If you require a disability-related accommodation, please let me know as soon as possible so that I can assist you in a timely manner.  You should also contact Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) directly to make your request.  You will be required to provide DSPS with professional verification of your disabling condition(s).  DSPS is located in ADSS 105.  The phone numbers are Voice: 909-384-4443; TTY: 888-2357.

 "In California, unvaccinated persons continue to be required to wear masks in all indoor public settings. This guidance is an update in light of a review of the most recent CDC recommendations. To achieve universal masking in indoor public settings, we are recommending that fully vaccinated people also mask in indoor public settings across California. This adds an extra precautionary measure for all to reduce the transmission of COVID-19, especially in communities currently seeing the highest transmission rates. Local health jurisdictions may be more restrictive than this guidance."

 

THE LIBRARY

Open Monday – Saturday.  Call 384-8841 for information and current hours.

THE ACADEMIC ADVANCEMENT LAB

Provides access to computers, software, printers, and tutors.    Call 384-4407 for current hours and additional information.

COUNSELORS

Available to assist students with career and curriculum planning decisions, as well as personal problems such as drug and alcohol dependency. Call 384-4404 for current hours or additional information.

DIVISION:

Applied Technology, Transportation & Culinary Arts

DIVISION OFFICE:

T108

DIVISION SECRETARY

Nicole Gutierrez – ngutierrez@valleycollege.edu

 

Week 1

 

Orientation and Expectation 

 

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Collision Repair…pg.2

                                                                Identify the various types of collision repair centers.

                                                                Recognize the basic tasks of collision repair operations.

                                                                Distinguish between collision repair career opportunities.

.                                                               ASE Questions…pg.33

 

Chapter 2 – Collision Repair Safety…36

Understand hazard communication and employee right-to-know.

List the types of dangers and accidents common to a

Collision repair facility.

Explain how to avoid shop accidents hazardous.

Outline the control measures needed when working with substances.

                                                                ASE Questions…pg. 74                           

 

 

Week 2                    Chapter 5 – Oxy-Acetylene Welding, Heating, and Plasma Cutting

Intro to MIG Welding

Describe when to use and when NOT to use certain welding processes for collision repair.

                                                               

Week 3                    Chapter 3– Hand Tools …pg. 76

  • Identify and explain general purpose hand tools.
  • Identify and explain the use of the most important collision repair hand tools.
  • Compare the advantages and disadvantages of different tools.

                                                                ASE Questions… pg.104

 

Week 3                    Chapter 4 – Power Tools and Equipment … pg.106

  • Identify power tools found in a collision repair facility.
  • Explain the purpose of each type of power tool.
  • Summarize how to safely use tools.

                                                                ASE Questions…pg.116

               

Week 4                    Straightening Steel & Aluminum…pg.196

  • Describe different types of metals used in vehicle construction.
  • Summarize the deformation effects of impacts on steel and aluminum.
  • Use of hammer and dolly to straighten.

                                                   ASE Questions…pg.215                          

 

 

Week 5                    Chapter 26 – Surface Preparation …pg. 728

  • Prepare a vehicle for painting/refinishing.
  • Properly clean a vehicle using soap, water, air pressure, and a wax-grease remover.
  • Evaluate the condition of the vehicle’s paint.
  • ASE Questions…pg. 748

Chapter 9 - Fillers…pg. 250

Be acquainted with many types of filler commonly used in the automotive industry.

Select fillers for effecting repairs on specific substrates.

Identifying tools and equipment typically used for working with plastics and other fillers.

ASE Questions…pg. 277

 

Week       6              Chapter 21 – Paint Spray Guns… pg. 596

                                                `               Describe spray gun types.

                                                                Describe the function of the spray gun components.

Demonstrate correct cleaning and maintenance of a spray gun.

ASE Questions…pg. 619

                                               

 

Week7                     Chapter 22 – Spray Techniques…pg. 622                                              

Demonstrate a spray gun.

Demonstrate the proper stroke/movement for proper spraying.

Explain transfer efficiency.

 ASE Questions…pg. 644

 

Week 8                    Lab project completion and Final Exam

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Format – Evaluation:

Grades will be based on points obtained from:

Written Test

Lab Projects

Chapter Review/ASE Question Portfolio

NATEF Task Sheets

 

For tool and equipment check out, all lab classes listed in this department require a valid California Driver’s License or California Identification Card.

 

Students shall provide their own safety glasses. Safety glasses are required of all Automotive students and must be worn at all times during lab hours.

 

Consumable materials for student projects are to be supplied by the student at the student’s expense.

 

 Arrangements for special projects and make-up hours outside of listed class hours must have prior approval by the instructor.  Student is responsible for documenting ALL completed hours worked towards completion of lab requirement.

 

If you have a documented disability that may impact your ability to carry out assigned course work, and wish to discuss a necessary accommodation, please see me or contact the Office of Disabled Student Programs & Services, located in the Administration building, all information will be kept confidential.

 

NOTE: All WORK MUST BE TURNED IN ON TIME

 

San Bernardino Valley College

 

TECHNICAL EDUCATION DIVISION

 

STUDENT STANDARDS AND EXPECTATIONS

 

Welcome to the San Bernardino Valley College Auto Collision & Refinishing program.  All of the instructors in this program are skilled professionals ready, willing, and eager to share their knowledge and expertise with you. 

 

Armed with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that you will gain from your studies throughout this program, you will be prepared to embark on a rewarding career.  It is important to note, however, that in today’s competitive job market, knowledge and skill in the field are not enough.  Employers are looking for employees with the right attitudes to contribute to the success of their company.  To help you reinforce these attitudes, the following standards and expectations have been set and will apply equally to all students.

 

Personal Traits

 

Personal traits desirable to the world of work include dependability, responsibility, integrity and honesty, and appropriate appearance or dress for work.  To reinforce these traits, the following standards have been established: Responsibility

 

It is your responsibility to be prepared for class, complete your assignments on time, complete all laboratory work in an efficient manner, and be prepared for all quizzes or examinations.  Please read and pay close attention to the course syllabus to assure that you are prepared and that you are meeting all assignment deadlines.

 

Your instructor is not required to extend any deadlines or to give any make-up examinations or extra credit work.  Your grade will be based on how well you learn the materials and complete all course assignments.

 

Personal Appearance and Dress

 

You are expected to dress in a manner that is consistent with the dress standards of the career field that you are preparing to enter.  If your dress is deemed to be unsafe or unprofessional, your instructor may request that you leave class and return when you are more appropriately dressed. Of course, you are being “docked” educational time during this absence from class.

 

Interpersonal Skills and Teamwork

Class Decorum

 

You are expected to treat your instructor with respect at all times.  You are also expected to respect your fellow students. Treating each other professionally and with kindness adds to the effective learning environment of the classroom and laboratory.

 

You are also expected to respect the integrity of the educational environment.  To that end, all cell phones and other electronic devices will be turned off inside the classroom.

 

Additionally, disrupting the educational environment of the classroom through inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.  When students disrupt the educational process, they are stealing educational opportunities from all students in the class.  This behavior will not be tolerated.  Disruptive students who do not comply with an instructor’s request to stop the inappropriate behavior may be temporarily suspended from the class and referred to the Vice President of Student Services.

 

Safety

 

Students are instructed on the safety requirements of every class.  Working in an unsafe manner endangers you and your fellow students.  Safety violations will not be tolerated.  Students violating any safety rules may be temporarily suspended from the class and referred to the Vice President of Student Services.

 

 

Teamwork

 

Teamwork is a key to the success of any business or industry.  Therefore, teamwork is often required on a variety of assignments in the classroom or laboratory.  When working in a team, it is essential that each member of the team contributes to the effort and that every member of the team is given the opportunity to contribute to the success of the project. 

 

Effective Management of Resources

 

Industry standards demand that employees operate all tools and equipment in the manner for which they were intended.  They also expect that all employees take proper care of all tools, equipment, and the work environment.  Lost, stolen or broken tools or wasteful practices with supplies and materials cost the company money. 

 

You are expected to use all tools and equipment in the laboratory in a safe manner and in a manner that protects tools and equipment from unnecessary wear, tear, or damage.  Similarly, you are expected to use the materials and supplies that are provided by the college in a manner that does not result in unnecessary waste. You are also expected to leave the laboratory area in a clean and orderly condition.

 

Theft is a serious violation of the rules of San Bernardino Valley College will not be tolerated.  If theft is suspected, a report will be filed promptly, by the instructor with the Campus Police.

 

Additional Documentation

 

 Specific pages from the college catalog have been attached to this document for reference purposes.  It is your responsibility, as a student at San Bernardino Valley College to be familiar with all college policies and consequences

 

 

 

 

Course Summary:

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