Programs & Courses

Automotive Collision Repair/Refinish Technician
ABOD 0130 - Vehicle Restoration: Sheet Metal Fabrication

This course introduces the enthusiast to sheet metal fabrication and repair techniques. The student will learn to shape, shrink, and stretch sheet metal used in vintage year automobiles, then apply the techniques learned in a typical shop environment.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


ABOD 0131 - Vehicle Restoration: Welding

This course introduces the enthusiast to the unique processes required to weld heavier gauge body panels found on vintage year vehicles. The student will learn to heat, cut, weld, braze and shrink using oxyacetylene. The student will also learn to weld on replacement and rust repair panels using the gas metal arc (MIG) welder.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


ABOD 0132 - Vehicle Restoration: Plastic Fillers

This course introduces the enthusiast to the equipment and techniques used to apply / shape various types of fillers used in the auto body trade. The student will learn to mix, apply and sand polyester fillers. The student will also learn to use various fibreglass repair materials. (0 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Jun 02-Jun 102 Weeks$661.00CRN: 61140
Jun 02-Jun 10Sat/Sun08:00-16:00BBY NE10 107
Note: CSA approved safety glasses and footwear required. Footwear must be steel-toed, leather, ankle covering boots.
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ABOD 0133 - Vehicle Restoration: Surface Preparation

This course introduces the enthusiast to the equipment and techniques used to prepare a vehicle for refinishing. The student will learn to analyse vehicle surface, sand surface in preparation for paint, and apply undercoats to vehicle surface. Coverage includes mask techniques.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


ABOD 0134 - Vehicle Restoration: Refinishing

This course introduces the enthusiast to equipment, materials and techniques used to refinish a vehicle. The student will learn the application of conventional style paints as well as the application of waterborne products in a state of the art spray booth. Prerequisites: ABOD 0133

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


As BCIT strives to keep our programs current, programs and courses are subject to change without notice.

Note: Classroom locations are subject to last minute changes. Please check the Part-time Studies Classroom Locations listing at www.bcit.ca/rooms on the first day of any course you are registered for.

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