vcc.ca
ACRD 1200: Sheet Metal Repair
Effective date
May 2019
Department
Auto Collision Refinishing Dip
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces students to the characteristics of sheet metal, types of sheet metal damage, sheet metal tools and equipment, minor sheet metal damage repair, productive organizational skills and damage analysis procedures.
This course is part of the full-time Automotive Collision and Refinishing Diploma program.
Credits
4.0
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:
- Describe the characteristics of sheet metal
- Describe the types of basic sheet metal damage
- Identify sheet metal repair tools and equipment
- Describe minor sheet metal damage repair
- Describe productive organizational skills
- Demonstrate sheet metal repairs
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 70
Total Hours: 100
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 70
Total Hours: 100
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-ITA
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
- Steel Used in Vehicle Construction
- Repairing Damage
- Body Fillers and Sanding
- Additional Repair Methods
- Corrosion Protection
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.