CAMPUS
Auto Collision Technology is offered at D. Russel Lee Career-Technology Center.
STUDENT ORGANIZATION(i)
All Auto Collision Technology students are members of SkillsUSA.
DAILY LAB
The Auto Collision Technology program is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills needed for careers in automobile dealerships and independent collision repair shops.
Students in Auto Collision Technology will learn to straighten, repair, align and restore auto body components to their original shape and dimensions as well as estimate the cost of repairs. Duties may include parts replacement, straightening damaged body panels, welding, auto glass replacement, auto frame straightening, damage analysis, estimating repair costs and refinishing damage.
Students are prepared to become certified by NATEF/ASE (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation).
CAREER PATH
After graduation, students can pursue a career as a(n):
| • Accessory Installer | • Coating & Spraying Machine Operator |
| • Aircraft Body Repairer | • Collision Repair Technician |
| • Auto Damage Appraiser | • Examiner |
| • Auto Glass Installer | • Fabricator |
| • Auto Repair & Maintenance | • Finisher |
| • Auto Refinisher | • Glazier |
| • Car Detailer | • Parts Specialist & Auto Part Sales |
| • Claims Adjuster | • Welding & Metal Worker |
Experienced technicians can start their own businesses, work as adjusters for insurance companies or become factory representatives for industry suppliers.
CONTACT & APPLY
For questions about this program or how to apply, please contact the program's instructor or your guidance counselor.
To apply for a program at a Butler Tech campus (D. Russel Lee Career-Technology Center, the Natural Science Center, or the Fitton Center), download this application and submit it to your guidance counselor.
To apply for a program at your home school or another area school, contact your guidance counselor.

