ARPT 1133: Surface Preparation
Department
Automotive Refinish Prep - Voc
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students identify various substrates and topcoats found in the automotive refinishing industry, mixing, applying and finishing plastic body fillers, applying a two-part putty, correctly sanding a vehicle and the functions of metal conditioners and conversion coatings.
This course is part of the full-time Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician, Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician - High School Programs
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe preparation procedures
- Identify types of substrates
- Explain finish conditions
- Describe preparation prior to sanding
- Describe finishing plastic fill prep and applications
- Describe sanding equipment and materials
- Describe metal conditioners
- Identify and describe emerging technology
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 25
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 25
Total Hours: 50
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies 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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15
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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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50
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Practical assignments (preparation, task completion, cleanup, document writing-service report etc.)
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Other
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15
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Observable active participation and team work
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Course topics
- Preparation Procedures
- Substrates
- Finish Conditions
- Preparation Prior to Sanding
- Finishing Plastic Fill
- Sanding Equipment and Materials
- Metal Conditioners
- New Technology
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.