Metal Panels and Components

Course code ACRF 1150

Credit 7.5

Length 175.0 hours

Course outline View

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.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • 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

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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Contact us

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial. As a place of learning, we are grateful to be here while committing to respecting and honouring Indigenous knowledge, cultures, and communities.