ABDR 1191 Special Topics in Auto/Automotive Body Repairer (1)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 2170. Prerequisite: None. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. (3 Lab.)
ABDR 1431 Basic Refinishing (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 1571. Prerequisite: None. An introduction to terms, trade practices, hand tools, power tools, current refinishing products, shop safety, and equipment used in the automotive refinishing industry. Painting of trim and replacement parts included. Emphasis on surface preparation. Introduction to masking techniques. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)
ABDR 1519 Basic Metal Repair (5)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 1570. Prerequisite: None. Basic current metal working techniques, shop safety, proper tool usage, product application, and skill development utilizing various body features including metal principles. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.)
ABDR 1555 Minor Metal Repairer (5)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 1572. Prerequisite: None. Sheet metal alignment principles using mechanical and hydraulic equipment. Emphasis on attachment devices used to straighten and align exterior body panels. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.)
ABDR 1558 Intermediate Refinishing (5)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 1573. Prerequisite: None. Mixing and spraying of automotive topcoats. Emphasis on formula ingredient, reducing, thinning, and special spraying techniques. Introduction to partial panel refinishing techniques and current industry paint removal techniques. (3 Lec., 6.Lab.)
ABDR 2353 Color Analysis and Paint Matching (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 2370. Prerequisite: None. Color theory, color analysis, tinting, and advanced mixing techniques for commercially acceptable paint matching. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
ABDR 2355 Collision Repair Estimating (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 2372. Prerequisite: None. An advanced course in collision estimating and development of an accurate damage report. (3 Lec.)
ABDR 2357 Collision Repair Shop Management (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 2371. Prerequisite: None. A study of methods and equipment used in state of the art repair shops to improve management functions and profitably. (3 Lec.)
ABDR 2380 Cooperative Education - Auto/Automotive Body Repairer (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 7371. Prerequisite: None. Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 15 Lab.)
ABDR 2402 Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service (4)
This is a WECM course number. Prerequisite: None Instruction in the repair, replacement, and/or service of those mechanical or electrical systems that are subject to damage from a collision. Topics include drive train removal, reinstallation and service; cooling system service; cooling system service and repair; exhaust system service; and emission control systems. Additional topics include wire and connector repair, reading wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting. (4 Lec.)
ABDR 2537 Structural Analysis and Damage
Repair V (5)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 2571. Prerequisite: None. Skill development in the operation of equipment and the procedures involved in making satisfactory repairs of supporting structures on both conventional and unitized constructed vehicles. Special emphasis on conducting a thorough damage analysis as well as demonstrating proper holding, blocking, and pulling. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.)
ABDR 2541 Major Collision Repair and Panel Replacement (5)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ABDY 2570. Prerequisite: None. Instruction in preparation of vehicles for repair including removal and reinstallation of fenders, bumpers, trims, head and door liners, locks, handles, fascia, headers, doors, tailgates, deck lids, hatches, and hoods. Interpreting information from damage reports, planning repair sequences, selecting appropriate tools, and organizing removed parts for reinstallation are also included. Special emphasis on developing safe work habits. (3 Lec., 6 Lab.)
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
