Bollman Technology Education Center in the Adams-12 school district partners with Aims to offer students the opportunity to earn CTE college credits while in high school. Students can take a variety of CTE automotive collision and repair courses taught by Aims instructors to get an affordable jump start on their automotive career.
Bollman Technical Education Center
Bollman Tech partners with Aims to offer students the chance to earn CTE automotive college credits while in high school.
ACT 1021 - Non-Structural Repair Preparation
Covers the basic characteristics of preparation for automotive repair. Students familiarize themselves with damage analysis, extent of damage, and the sequence of repair. Focuses on removal of vehicle components and protection of panels along with storage and labeling of parts. Safety procedures and equipment use are included. Course is not repeatable for credit. Differential tuition rates apply.
Course Prerequisites
ACT 1001 with a grade of "C" or better
Credits
3
ACT 1022 - Panel Repair and Replacements
Covers straightening techniques including tension pulls/stress relief, metal finishing, metal shrinking, and use of fillers. Emphasizes the identification, handling, and replacement of parts such as adjustment and alignment of bolt-on parts, fixed parts, and accessories. Training covers the use of adhesives, sound deadeners and welding methods performed during repairs. Course is not repeatable for credit. Differential tuition rates apply
Course Prerequisites
ACT 1001 with a grade of "C" or better.
Credits
3
ACT 1044 - Refinishing I
Provides the knowledge needed for application and use of automotive paint systems. Course includes locating color codes, mixing formulas, matching, and selections of materials. Proper paint gun use and adjustments is taught for the product being applied. In addition, the student practices correct masking and detailing techniques. Course is not repeatable for credit. Differential tuition rates apply
Course Prerequisites
ACT 1042 and ACT 1043 with grades of "C" or better
Credits
2
ACT 1051 - Plastics and Adhesives I
Designed to teach the state-of-the-art repair for both rigid and flexible plastic components and choosing adhesives using the latest manufacturer repair techniques. Course is not repeatable for credit. Differential tuition rates apply
Course Prerequisites
ACT 1001 with a grade of "C" or better
Credits
1