ACRD 2145: Surface Preparation and Masking
Department
Auto Collision Refinishing Dip
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students learn techniques to prepare various surfaces for various refinishes. Techniques for masking vehicles for primer and paint are also a focus of this course.
This course is part of the full-time Automotive Collision and Refinishing Diploma program.
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe preparation procedures
- Explain finish conditions
- Prepare a panel for surface preparation
- Describe masking materials
- Describe masking techniques
- Use masking techniques to protect and prepare a vehicle for primer
- Use masking techniques to prepare a vehicle for paint
- Describe stripping techniques
- Describe sanding materials and equipment
- Use sanding techniques
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 25
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 75
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
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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25
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Quizzes and Assignments (formative - theory)
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Exam
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20
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Theory exam (summative - theory)
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Project
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30
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Practical assignments (preparation, task completion, cleanup, document writing-service report etc.)
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Participation
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25
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Observable active participation and team work
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Course topics
- Substrate Preparation
- Masking
- Striping Coatings
- Sanding Materials and Equipment
- Sanding Techniques
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.