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ACRF 1150: Metal Panels and Components
Effective date
September 2021
Department
Automotive Collision Repair
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces students to the characteristics of sheet metal, types of sheet metal damage and sheet metal tools and equipment. Students perform minor sheet metal damage repairs using a variety of panel shaping and filler contouring techniques. Additionally, students remove and install various body panels and components to industry fit and finish standards.
Credits
7.5
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:
- Describe structural and cosmetic sheet metal body components.
- Describe steel types and strength characteristics and the affects of repair processes.
- Identify sheet metal damage conditions.
- Prepare damaged panels for repair processes.
- Remove various exterior body panels and their components.
- Describe metal repair and shrinking procedures.
- Perform minor repairs on sheet metal (steel) exterior body panels to restore original contours and dimensions.
- Install various exterior body panels and components to industry standards for fit and finish.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 50
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 125
Total Hours: 175
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 125
Total Hours: 175
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include: Lectures, demonstrations, 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 |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
30 |
Formative theory (quizzes and assignments) |
|
Exam |
20 |
Summative theory |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Performance evaluations |
|
Participation |
20 |
Active participation, teamwork, and safety demerits |
Course topics
- Sheet Used in Vehicle Construction
- Bolted-On Parts Replacement
- Fitting and Adjusting
- Corrosion Protection
- Repairing Damaged Exterior Body Panels
- Body Fillers and Sanding
- Additional Repair Methods
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.