Automotive Body Repair, Certificate

Location(s): Salem Campus

In addition to tuition, estimated costs for students who complete the required courses listed below are books, $175; class fees, $340; universal fees,$1,554; differential fees, $360; and equipment and supplies, $2,300. Contact the Financial Aid Office at 503.399.5018 to find out if you qualify for help with these costs.

This certificate emphasizes the repair of automobile bodies and their systems. A significant portion of the training is done on the job as well as through specific lab coursework on campus.

You may earn a certificate of completion by successfully completing the required 42 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better in AUM courses.

General Education Requirements (Credit Hours: 6):

MTH 052 - Introduction to Algebra and Geometry Credit Hours: 3 + (or higher)
WR 088 - Introduction to Technical Writing 1 Credit Hours: 3 +
OR
WR 121 - Academic Composition Credit Hours: 4 + (or higher)

Automotive Body Repair Core Requirements (Credit Hours: 36):

AUM 168 - Automotive Electrical Systems 1 Credit Hours: 5
AUM 184 - Automotive Materials and Resources Credit Hours: 2
AUM 280E - Cooperative Work Experience Credit Hours: 5
AUM 280G - Cooperative Work Experience Credit Hours: 7
WLD 197 - Welding Credit Hours: 2
OR
WLD 161 - Basic MIG Welding Credit Hours: 3

Automotive Body Repair Electives (Select A Minimum Of 15 Credit Hours):

AUM 151 - Basic Automotive Engines Credit Hours: 5
AUM 157 - Auto Brake Systems Credit Hours: 6
AUM 158 - Automotive Steering and Suspension Credit Hours: 5
AUM 286 - Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Credit Hours: 5

Note:

+ Meets related instruction requirement, see Degrees and Certificates . For subject areas, see General Education .