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Combination Collision Repair Technician

Combination Collision Repair Technician

You will learn to:

  • Assess, estimate, repair, and refinish a wide range of vehicles
  • Use modern welding, sanding, masking, painting, and technical processes
  • Apply professional techniques of metal fabrication, adhesive repair, and creative refinishing

Description

You will learn how to complete non-structural collision repair and automotive refinishing in this program. We cover non-structural damage analysis and minor dent repair, plastics repair, all aspects painting and refinishing. You also learn how to use various tools to repair damage, remove and install handles, moldings, trim, and bolted body parts. Another feature you will learn is  MIG welding to industry standards following I-CAR standards. The program also includes painting preparation, sanding processes, color matching and adjusting color, removing and installing glass, and the process of written estimates. Handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials and selecting proper personal protective equipment and maintenance is also covered. The hours completed in this program are aligned with ASE/NATEF standards. ASE certification is recommended and industry recognized.

Employment Options

The following list is associated with the approved SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) for this program and does not necessarily represent immediate opportunities; additional training may be required for some options listed.

  • Auto Body Man
  • Auto Body Repair Technician (Auto Body Repair Tech)
  • Auto Body Repairman
  • Automotive Body Technician (Auto Body Tech)
  • Body Man
  • Body Technician (Body Tech)
  • Collision Repair Technician (Collision Repair Tech)
  • Collision Technician (Collision Tech)
  • Frame Man
  • Refinish Technician (Refinish Tech)

Approximate Pay Potential: $14-29 per hour (O*NET source: Automotive Body and Related Repairers 49-3021.00)

Who can attend?

A blue letter 'A' inside a white circle, with a blue border. Adult 

A circular logo with the letters 'HS' in blue within a white circle.High School

Where?
A circular logo with the word 'Lawton' and a view of a sign.
Lawton - Main Campus

Cost of Attendance Summary 

  • Secondary (High School) Students
    • Tuition: Free
    • Combination Collision Repair Fees: $245.00
    • Misc. Expenses: $135.00
  • Post-secondary (Adult) Students
    • Tuition: $2,976.00
    • Combination Collision Repair Fees: $245.00
    • Misc. Expenses: $135.00

See Cost Sheet for details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

​​​​​​​This program is approved for Federal Financial Aid; scholarships are also available for those who qualify. (See Financial Aid)

Class Hours

This program may be taken as a half-day session in the morning or afternoon, or as a full-day option for ADULT students who wish to accelerate their progress.

  • Morning Session: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • Afternoon Session: 11:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
  • Full-Day Session: Combination of both morning and afternoon sessions

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Certification Outcomes:

  • Mechanical and Electrical Components
  • Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
  • Painting and Refinishing
  • Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
  • Non-Structural Analysis & Damage Repair Technician
  • Painting & Refinishing Technician

Applying for this Program

Adult Student

Non-medical Admission Booklet

Start Your Application Today!

Please download and read the Non-Medical Admission Booklet above then start your application below.

If you are applying as an ADULT STUDENT, please come to Student Resource Center at Great Plains Technology Center and meet with a Career Advisor to finalize your application.

Student Resource Center

Call: 580-250-5535
Email: studentresourcecenter@greatplains.edu

Walk-in or Postal:
Great Plains Technology Center
Attn: Student Resource Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Building 100, Room 107
Lawton, OK 73505

High School Student

Start Your Application Today!

For more information, visit with your high school counselor, or use any forms of the communications below to schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor.

Student Resource Center

Call: 580-250-5535

Email: studentresourcecenter@greatplains.edu

Walk-in or Postal:
Great Plains Technology Center
Attn: Student Resource Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Building 100, Room 107
Lawton, OK 73505

APPLY NOW ONLINE

An older man in a green shirt smiles while leaning into a car.Tony Josey
Combination Collision Repair Instructor

Contact:
Phone: 580-250-5627
Send Mr. Josey a message.

Great Plains Technology Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Lawton, OK 73505

Useful Information

Cost Sheet

PROGRAM BEGINS

August & January