• Darrell Burnett
• Paul Morris
• Mark Hendricks

• Enjoy working on cars
• Enjoys "hands-on" activities
• Attention to detail
• Mechanical Ability
• People Skills
• Ability to follow directions

Prerequisites:

None

Fees:

$20 for respirator

Course Description:

This semester course introduces students to the high-skill world of the auto collision repair technician. Students are taught beginning-level paint preparation and refinishing. Paint preparation covers sanding, masking, environmental concerns, shop safety, and priming. Refinishing introduces the student to spray gun adjustment, set-up, paint mixing and the application of single-stage, base coat and tri-stage paint systems. Eighty-five percent of instructional time will be spent in the shop performing hands-on repairs. Successful students will be eligible to continue their study in Automotive Collision Repair II.

Automotive Collision Repair Syllabus

Prerequisites:

Grade of 77 or above in Automotive Collision Repair I

Fees:

$20 for respirator and must provide coveralls

Course Description:

This two-semester course completes the Auto Collision Repair program at RDA. Students will develop skills in sheet metal straightening, sheet metal replacement, detailing, and structural measuring. Metal straightening includes repairing small dents with body filler and preparation for primer. Sheet metal replacement is the removal and replacement of hoods, deck lids, doors and bumpers. Detailing consists of color sanding, buffing, and interior detailing. Students develop structural measuring skills by using the Genesis Electronic Measuring System and the UMS Mechanical Measuring System. Second semester is dedicated to live repairs and the cooperative education program. Students can repair their own vehicles during this time. Successful program completers can continue their education at Greenville Technical College. Program completers can also receive credit through ICAR (Inter-Industry or Auto Collision Repair) GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, Toyota, Nissan, and all major insurance companies require ICAR training. RDA is an authorized training provider for ICAR. Second semester students can receive college credit while enrolled through Greenville Technical College.

Prerequisites:

85 or higher in Auto Collision RepairII

Course Description:

This is a semester course for Level 2 completers. This course may be taken as a semester course (2 units) or as a year-long course (4 units). Students must have finished ACR II. Students will do co-op and/or live repairs. Students must be able to work independently.

**Co-op/School to work training experiences cannot be guaranteed and are influenced by the economy and the availability of such training experiences in the area.

Prerequisites:

None

Fees:

$40 for coveralls; $13 for SkillsUSA; $25 for Engine/Electrical Task Manual

Course Description:

Automotive Technology I is a two-period, first semester course which covers shop safety, proper tool usage, shop practices, vehicle, system identification, and environmental awareness. In addition, Engine Fundamentals, diagnosis, repair, and service are covered during the first semester.

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Prerequisites:

Grade of 77 or higher in Automotive Technology I

Course Description:

Automotive Technology II is a two-period, second semester course which covers electrical/electronic system fundamentals, diagnosis, service and repair.

Prerequisites:

Grade of 77 or higher in Automotive Technology II

Course Description:

Automotive Technology III is a one period (3rd period), two semester long course. Students enrolled in this course will study: Brakes, Steering and Suspension (Alignments), and Engine Performance/Drivability. The majority of the student’s time will consist of practical hands-on application as specified by the SC Department of Career/Technical Education and NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) on live vehicles or trainers.

Prerequisites:

Enrollment in Automotive Technology III

Course Description:

Automotive Technology IV is a one period, (4th period) two-semester course. This course is open to all students enrolled in Auto Technology III. This consists of either co-op at an approved facility, or 100% structured lab time. In either case, students work on NATEF prescribed tasks. Students are required to keep detailed documentation of all performed tasks. Co-op students must meet all R. D. Anderson co-op requirements and follow all policies.

Introduction to Automotive Technology Syllabus

Suspension & Steering Syllabus

Braking Systems Syllabus

Electrical Systems Syllabus

Engine Performance Syllabus