AB 181 - Non- Structural Damage Estimating

Institution:

Cerritos College

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Description:

Class hours: 3 lecture/1 lab Recommendation: Proficient in MS Windows software applications. This is an entry-level course for students wanting to learn to estimate non-structural (minor) automotive damage from collisions. Emphasis is on vehicle construction and structural design, repair methodology, vehicle component and systems identification, and in developing appropriate "judgment repair times" (estimated repair times for damage). Students learn to properly format hand-written estimates identifying the cost of parts, labor, materials, and sublet and other charges required to return damaged vehicles to factory specifications. Hands-on demonstration of repair techniques helps students increase their knowledge of repair processes recommended in their damage estimates. Students use collision estimating guides to establish parts prices and industry standard labor times for replacement and refinishing of damaged parts; additionally, students learn to use "Procedure Pages" in the estimating guides for processes not included in the standard times listed in the guide. Computerized estimating is introduced as students demonstrate proficiency in developing concise hand-written estimates. This course may be taken a maximum of 2 time Transfer Credit: CSU

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.cerritos.edu

Phone Number:

(562) 860-2451

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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