This course provides Level 2 technical training for apprentices in the Automotive Refinishing Technician program. Students learn application and troubleshooting techniques for sealers, basecoat/clearcoat, and multi-stage coatings, including blending methods for each. Instruction also covers alternate finishes such as matte, textured, marine, heavy equipment, and aircraft coatings. Training includes advanced operations and troubleshooting for refinishing equipment such as spray booths, mixing systems, solvent recycling machines, and drying/curing equipment. Students also learn to use OEM specifications and estimating software, apply documentation techniques, maintain equipment and VOC logs, and understand the importance of mentorship in the workplace.
Delivery Format:
• On-Campus Component: 3 weeks (90 hours) of hands-on training
Assessment and Certification:
• Students must achieve a minimum final grade of 70% at VCC to pass the course
• A grade of 70% or higher also qualifies students to:
- Receive SkilledTradesBC technical training credit for Automotive Painter (Automotive Refinishing Technician)
- Write the SkilledTradesBC Interprovincial Red Seal Exam
Prerequisites
Students must be registered apprentices in the SkilledTradesBC Automotive Refinishing Technician program and have a valid SkilledTradesBC ID number AND successful completion of the Automotive Collision and Refinishing Foundation Certificate OR ACRP 1101 Automotive Collision and Refinishing Common Core Apprentice Level 1 OR successful completion of the Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician Certificate (pre-April 2021) OR ARAP 1001 Auto Refinishing Prep Technician Apprentice Level 1 (pre-April 2021); Students transitioning from the pre-April 2021 program are subject to a co-requisite for this course.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Refinishing Equipment Advanced Operations and Troubleshooting
- Masking and Masking Removal for Topcoats
- Advanced Coatings Application, Troubleshooting, and Blending
- Colour Adjustment
- Alternate Finishes and Products
- Estimating: – OEM Specifications – Estimating Software – Documenting and Photo Documentation
- Production Schedules
- Environmental Regulation Compliance
- Mentoring in the Workplace
- Surface Defect Removal
- Final Check for Quality Control
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70037 |
October 19, 2026 to November 6, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70048 |
October 12, 2027 to October 29, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70056 |
October 10, 2028 to October 27, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70054 |
October 9, 2029 to October 26, 2029 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70055 |
October 15, 2030 to November 1, 2030 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.