Mar 29, 2024  
PUBLISHED 2020-2021 Non-credit Catalog 
    
PUBLISHED 2020-2021 Non-credit Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Auto Body Preparation


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Program Description


This program provides an alternative entry into the auto body industry. Acquire the skills to prepare a vehicle for auto body repair by removing paint finish, taping, sanding and masking. You will learn safe auto body prep and detail practices and procedures.

Hands-on practice includes:

  • Substrate preparation
  • Application of fillers and undercoats
  • Sanding, taping and masking
  • Component removal, installation and detail
  • Safety and tools

Program Overview


Industry Work Experience


You will have the opportunity to work industry and gain valuable experience in an operational auto body shop.

Your Career


With your hands-on experience, you will be ready to work in an entry-level position in the auto body repair industry. After you become an indentured apprentice, you will complete the 1800 work hours required for your Alberta journeyperson certification as an Auto Body Prepper. Complete the remaining technical training and work hours for Auto Body Refinisher or Repairer; or combine all three areas for certification as an Auto Body Technician.

Student Success


Students with higher secondary or post-secondary marks usually experience greater success in SAIT’s programs. You must be able to read, write and understand English at a level exceeding basic conversational English to be successful in this program.

Credentials


After successfully completing this program, graduates will receive a SAIT Certificate of Achievement.

Accreditation


This program uses the recognized apprenticeship technical training material. Successful students may be eligible to write the first period Alberta Trades Qualification exam.

Progression


You have up to five years to complete all certificate courses. You must meet the graduation requirements as they exist at the time you register for your first course (see AC.3.1.1 Grading and Progression).

Admission Requirements


There are no entrance requirements for this program. You can begin registering for courses anytime by clicking a course name or calling 403.284.7248. Once you have registered for at least one course and have a SAIT student ID number, consider filling out and submitting the Program Declaration Form to the Office of the Registrar. Contact information for the Office of the Registrar is located in the upper corner of the form.

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