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AUTO 1175: Autobody Collision Estimating
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Auto Part & Serv Advs Coll Est
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students learn to assess vehicle damage and prepare accurate repair estimates using industry-standard software. Topics include OEM guidelines, insurance requirements, ICBC processes, and parts/labor pricing. Learners develop communication skills for collaborating with customers, insurers, and technicians, ensuring collision estimates meet professional standards and support safe, cost-effective autobody repairs.
Credits
2.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify structural and cosmetic damage on vehicles and classify damage types.
- Use estimating software (e.g., Mitchell Estimating, Audatex, I-Car) to create repair estimates.
- Interpret vehicle repair procedures from OEM and insurance guidelines.
- Apply parts and labor pricing strategies to autobody repairs.
- Communicate with customers, insurance companies, and body technicians regarding collision repairs.
- Understand ICBC and private insurance procedures relevant to estimating and claims.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR is assessed through a challenge exam, interview, or worksite assessment.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 25
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 55
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 55
Instructional Strategies
A combination of lecture, demonstration, simulations, problem solving, practical activities and reflective discussion will be used throughout this course.
Grading System
Percentages-STBC
Passing grade
70
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
10 |
|
|
Assignments |
30 |
|
|
Quizzes/Tests |
30 |
|
|
Final Exam |
30 |
|
Course topics
- Vehicle Damage Assessment Methods
- Collision Estimating Software Training
- OEM Repair Procedure Guidelines
- Parts Labor Pricing Strategies
- Professional Stakeholder Communication Skills
- Insurance Claims Processing Procedures
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.