Student in technical lab sanding a vehicle.

Collision Repair Technology

The Collision Repair Technology program at Owensboro Community and Technical College covers a variety of issues, from repairing small dents to rebuilding the bodies of wrecked or damaged vehicles. This program maintains commercial standards. You'll be taught the types of materials used in filler compounds, the colors and chemical make-up of paints used to refinish, welding and cutting procedures, design and installation of trim, cost estimating, and preparation for finish work. All are skills applied in actual jobs performed in shop assignments.

Available Credentials

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

  • Collision Repair Technology:  71-74 Credit hours

Certificates

  • Automotive Painter: 56 credit hours 
  • Auto Body Painter Helper:  26 credit hours
  • Auto Body Helper:  13 credit hours

Diploma

  • Collision Repair Technician

For course sequence, see the program card.
For graduation requirements, see the academic plan.

Admission Requirements

This program has no special admission requirements.

Length of Program

You can earn an associate of applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.

For more information

Clyde Miller
Collision Repair Technology
270-686-4499
clyde.miller@kctcs.edu

This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.