Overview
The Auto Body Repair Techniques Graduate Certificate programme is offered by Fanshawe College , Canada.
Key facts
An auto body repair technician works with their hands, has variety in their day-to-day tasks and sees their work take shape before their eyes. They are also in high demand as manufacturers continue to develop vehicles using new materials and methods that demand cutting-edge repair techniques, tools and materials.
Courses provide technical training on the practical skills used by entry-level auto body repairers: welding, refinishing, metalworking and body repair. While in the program, you will have numerous opportunities to perfect your craftsmanship in our state-of-the-art auto body repair shop and develop a strong foundational understanding of the technologies and techniques used in the field.
You will also learn how to assess vehicle damage, develop repair estimates using proper etiquette, work with common industry software and learn the fundamentals behind shop operation. These are all important skills for graduates to succeed in the auto body and collision damage repair trade and thrive in this high demand industry.
Arrangements will be made for graduates of the Auto Body Repair Techniques program of Fanshawe College to write the level one apprenticeship exemption exam, rewarding them one year's credit toward their three-year apprenticeship schooling.
Career opportunities:
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Auto Body Repair Techniques program are well prepared to enter the workforce as an auto body apprentice. They may choose to accelerate the apprenticeship by writing the exam for Ontario College of Trades Apprentice Training Standard for Auto Body (Branch 1). Graduates may work as an estimator, insurance company appraiser or with an after-market supply company.
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduation employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Auto Body Repair Techniques program:
- Mechanical Warranty Claims Adjuster
Evaluate the damage done to a vehicle and determine whether or not an insurance plan covers the repair costs. This is an opportunity for someone with experience in the automotive mechanical trade and an interest in trading in the wrench for a desk.
- Automotive Body Painter
Prepare and mask repaired panels, refinish to paint manufacturer and colour specifications and polish to complete the job.
- Autobody Tech
Perform many types of auto body repair to make a damaged car look as good as new.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Auto Body Work Practices
- Automotive Welding
- Auto Body Frame & Structure
- Auto Body Basic Mechanical
- Trade Calculations
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Duration
- Full-time
- 7 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- London, Canada
Disciplines
Mechanical Engineering Automotive Engineering General Engineering & Technology View 158 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in CanadaExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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General requirements
- OSSD with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (M), or Open (O) stream
- Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE)
- Pre-Technology Ontario College Certificate
- Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate (GED)
- Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English
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Living costs
London
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