AUTOB 105 Major Panel Replacement

Students apply the basic theory of major panel replacement and alignment/replacement methods, including welding. They are also introduced to automobile body construction types and their common mechanical components: energy absorbers, suspension and steering systems and CV joints

Credits

5

Prerequisite

AUTOB102, AUTOB103

Distribution

Career Training

Offered

Fall, Spring

Notes

Face-to-face

Outcomes

1. Describe how factory spot welds are separated
2. Describe how to install foam panel fillers
3. Explain how new body panels should be positioned on a vehicle
4. List the parts and panels of a vehicle considered to be structural
5. List the steps for welding new body panels in place
6. List the steps necessary for replacing a body panel along factory seams
7. Section rails, rocker panels, pillars, floor pans, and trunk floors
8. Use the information in a vehicle dimension manual to properly replace welded body panels

Field Based Experience

0