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ACRD 1220: Construction and Components 2
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Auto Collision Refinishing Dip
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course builds on ACRD 1150 Construction and Components 1 focusing on panel replacement, fitment and adjusting, as well as task organization and water leak troubleshooting.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
ACRD 1150.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify vehicle construction types.
- Identify major bolted-on exterior panels and components.
- Describe panel fit and finish methods and processes.
- Remove, organize and store bolted-on exterior panels and components.
- Install bolted-on exterior panels and components to proper fit and finish.
- Describe water leak prevention and detection.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 25
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 50
Total Hours: 75
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 50
Total Hours: 75
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies may include lectures, demonstrations, case studies, assigned homework, group work, individual work, field trips, and project work in an authentic shop environment.
Grading System
Percentages-STBC
Passing grade
70%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Quizzes and Assignments (formative - theory) |
|
Exam |
20 |
Theory exam (summative - theory) |
|
Project |
30 |
Practical assignments (preparation, task completion, cleanup, document writing-service report etc.) |
|
Participation |
25 |
Observable active participation and team work |
Course topics
- Panel Alignment
- Repair Preparation
- Parts Considerations
- Weatherstipping and Leaks
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.