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Submitter's Information
Larry Ramos
department chair
Orange County
Cypress College
CTE Dean
Kathleen Reiland, EdD
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Program Details
Auto Collision 3 Structural Certificate
Program Modifications (formerly substantial changes)
Automotive Collision Repair (094900)
08/22/22
Auto Collision 3 Structural Certificate will prepare the student for occupational competency in the field of structural alignment, with an emphasis on brakes and suspension. Training is given in both theory and practical application. Topics include structural restoration, gauge, universal and dedicated measuring systems. Wheel alignment, balance techniques, power steering, disc and drum brake systems are included.
Annual enrollment completers is projected at 20-25 students annually. According to the LAOC LMI data, "In Los Angeles/Orange County, the number of jobs related to these occupations is projected to decrease by 8% through 2025. However, there will be nearly 600 job openings per year through 2025 due to retirements and workers leaving the field...therefore...the COE endorses this proposed program."
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
Develop entry-level skills and knowledge for employment in the automotive industry ;i.e. an auto body repair facility.
Acquire the skills and knowledge to work safely in the lab/shop environment.
Demonstrate the ability to become part of the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR).
Course Units and Hours
16
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Course Report
This program assumes successful completion of ACR 1 and 2 certificates for increasing technical skill development, advanced employment opportunities, and progress toward the A.S.
ACR 103 C Auto Collision Repair Tech III 6 units
ACR 109 C Refinishing Tech III 6 units
ACR 140 C Structural Alignment Repair 4 units
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
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ACR 103 C | Auto Collision Repair Tech III | 6 | Y1, S1 |
ACR 109 C | Refinishing Tech III | 6 | Y1, S1 |
ACR 140 C | Structural Alignment Repair | 4 | Y1, S2 |
Supporting Documents
Orange County Regional Questions
North Orange County Community College District
Cypress College
Kathleen Reiland, EdD
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Program Modification
Advanced Transportation/Automotive Collision Repair
Submission Details
04/29/22 - 02:36 PM
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Please list the reason(s) for returning "Auto Collision 3 Structural Certificate". to Larry Ramos's drafts. This message will be sent to lramos@cypresscollege.edu
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Larry Ramos · 04/29/22
Thank you in advance for your prompt review and approval of this program submission.