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Auto Body Technology A.A.S.
Program Available at:
- Eastfield
Catalog Year 2024-2025 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Autobody Technology webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Auto Body Technology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Auto Body Technology. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The A.A.S. degree in Auto Body Technology introduces the student to all facets of auto body repair and painting. Emphasis is placed upon the development of the necessary skills and knowledge required to function successfully in this industry. The program of study includes technical aspects of metal behavior combined with correct repair and refinishing procedures. Courses that complete the degree, Auto Body Technology Certificate (TC2), Auto Body Shop Management Occupational Skills Award (MgmtOSA), Auto Body Shop Management Certificate (MgmtC), Auto Body Metal Technician Occupational Skills Award (MOSA), Auto Body Metal Technician Certificate (MC), Auto Body Painter Occupational Skills Award (POSA) and Auto Body Painter Certificate (PC) are noted below.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements. Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
ABDR 1419 – Basic Metal Repair (Course also applies to TC2, MC, MgmtC, PC)
ABDR 1455 – Non-Structural Metal Repair (Course also applies to TC2, MOSA, MC)
ABDR 1307 – Collision Repair Welding (Course also applies to TC2, MOSA, MC, PC)
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication OR
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication These are Core courses. (Course also applies to TC2)
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm your academic/career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
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Meet with your success coach to apply for the Auto Body Metal Technician Occupational Skills Award.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 2
ABDR 2537 – Structural Analysis and Damage Repair V (Course also applies to TC2, MC, MgmtC)
ABDR 2541 – Major Collision Repair and Panel Replacement (Course also applies to TC2, MC, MgmtC)
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of “C" or better.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- NOTE: The Custom Auto Street Rod Fabrication certificate requires three additional courses, ABDR 1303, ABDR 1359, ABDR 2359.
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit, confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
- Meet with your success coach to apply for the Auto Body Metal Technician Certificate.
Total Hours: 13
SEMESTER 3
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
ABDR 1431 – Basic Refinishing (Course also applies to TC2, POSA, MgmtOSA, MgmtC, PC)
ABDR 1458 – Intermediate Refinishing (Course also applies to TC2, POSA, PC)
ABDR 2353 – Color Analysis and Paint Matching (Course also applies to TC2, POSA, PC)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for ABDR 2380 or ABDR 2388.
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
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Meet with your success coach to apply for the Auto Body Painter Occupational Skills Award.
Total Hours: 17
SEMESTER 4
ABDR 2357 – Collision Repair Shop Management (Course also applies to TC2, MgmtOSA, MgmtC)
ABDR 2355 – Collision Repair Estimating (Course also applies to TC2, MgmtOSA, MgmtC)
ABDR 2402 – Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service
MATHEMATICS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of “C" or better. (Course also applies to TC2)
CHOOSE ONE:
- ABDR 2380 – Cooperative Education-Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician OR
- ABDR 2388 – Internship-Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician (Either course also applies to TC2, PC. ABDR 2380 or ABDR 2388 is the capstone course for this award.)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Auto Body Technology A.A.S., Auto Body Shop Management Occupational Skills Award, Auto Body Shop Management Certificate, Auto Body Technology Certificate, Auto Body Painter Certificate.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 16
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS