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Auto Collision and Refinishing Technology2021-11-30T08:56:50-06:00

Auto Collision Repair

  • Auto Collision Repair slideshow -- student buffing
  • Teacher and student inspecting auto body work
  • Auto Collision Repair slideshow -- student buffing
  • Auto Collision Repair slideshow -- student sanding a body panel

The skills of a mechanic and the touch of an artist come together in our Automotive Collision Repair program.

Students will learn the use of hand and power tools to perform metal working and dent repair, welding, replacing parts, door and window repair, insurance claim procedures and estimating.

The program also covers aluminum and plastic repair and laser frame measuring and straightening. Refinishing skills will be developed using the newest High Volume Low Pressure spray technology and water-borne paints in a heated downdraft spray booth.

SATC’s Auto Collision Repair Program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) — a division of the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) – and all instructors are Master ASE Certified.

Program Length

9 Months

Two Years

Program Cost

$8,037

$10,772

Degree Earned

Technical Certificate

Associate Degree

Expected Salary

$25,000 – $35,000

You Will Learn

  • Analyze automotive structural damage & repair requirements

  • Analyze non-structural automotive damage & repair requirements

  • Diagnose & repair collision damaged mechanical & electrical components

  • Demonstrate automobile painting & refinishing skills

  • Demonstrate safe work habits & procedures within an Auto Collision Repair facility

Careers

  • Automotive Body & Paint Shops

  • Automotive Dealers

  • Paint & Supply Stores

  • Collision Repair Shops

  • Manufacturing Companies

Information

  • Contact the ACR Enrollment Specialist with any questions or information regarding admissions requirements.

Anna Kreighbaum

785-309-3118

anna.kreighbaum@salinatech.edu

Faculty

Richard Fairchild earned his certification and Associate of Applied Science degree in Auto Collision Repair from Salina Tech.  He is an A.S.E. Certified Collision Repair Technician.

Mr. Fairchild spent 29 years working in the field before returning to Salina Tech to teach in the Auto Collision Repair program.  

richard.fairchild@salinatech.edu | 785-309-3171

Brian  Hitchens earned his certification and Associate of Applied Science degree in Auto Collision Repair from Salina Tech. 

Mr. Hitchens went to work for Conklin Cars and obtaining his certification.  He has 10 years of experience in the field and in 2016 he returned to Salina Tech to teach in the Automotive Collision Repair program, where he sees teaching at Salina Tech as a career advancement.

“This place gave me my start, gave me the skills I needed, and now I want to help others get the skills to land good careers” he said. 

Mr. Hitchens is currently working on his A.S.E. Certifications. 

brian.hitchens@salinatech.edu | 785-309-3164

News

Salina Tech enrollment jumps 27%

Enrollment at Salina Area Technical College rose 27% in the fall of 2018 compared to the previous fall, according to information collected on September 20th for reporting to the Kansas Board of Regents. According to the [...]

Scholarships

Click here to check out our Scholarship page!

This is a scholarship opportunity for women in the auto collision repair program.

The “WIN” membership is free for students.

Website to apply

For more information about our completion, on-time graduation rates, cost, placement rates, and median debt incurred, please go to KSDegreestats.org. You may also compare programs at various Kansas colleges there.

Salina Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, military service, or any other non-merit based factor in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, ADA, Title IX, Section 504, Title II, GINA, is directed to contact the Vice President of Student Services, 2562 Centennial Rd, Salina, KS 67401, 785-309-3100.

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