This course covers welding safety, familiarization with oxyacetylene equipment and MIG welder operations.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the tools and processes used for repairing minor damage on sheet metal panels. Safe and proper use of body fillers are included in this course. A

Prerequisites: ABCT1100 and ABCT1111. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   4.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers surface preparation procedures for spot and overall refinishing.

Prerequisites: ABCT1120 and ABCT1142. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the procedures for the removal and replacement of automotive glass and many components of a vehicle.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   3.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 5 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers various methods of vehicle cleanup and reconditioning.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers advanced welding methods used in collision repair. It also includes the I-Car Welding Qualification Test.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers procedures for preparation and application of undercoat systems. Panel preparation techniques are also covered.

Prerequisites: ABCT1120, ABCT1130, ABCT1142. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 5 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the application of primers, sealers and topcoats. Single stage, basecoat/clearcoat and tri-coat paint systems will be applied. Color theory and matching are also covered.

Prerequisites: ABCT1130, ABCT1142, ABCT1150, ABCT1214. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   4.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the different methods of repairing automotive plastics.

Prerequisites: ABCT1130, ABCT1142, ABCT1216. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers operation, servicing of chassis wiring, lights, instrument, and accessories. It also includes how to read wiring diagrams and diagnose electrical problems related to collision repair.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will focus on management duties related to personnel, shop flow and monetary tasks. This course will contain and require handwritten and computer driven estimation procedures and understanding of estimating terminology.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  2.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 4 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will cover replacement of new and used panels using the proper sectioning techniques. Content will be based on proper methods that are approved and tested to meet O. E.M. and I-CAR standards for proper structural integrity of the repair and the vehicle.

Prerequisites: ABCT111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   5.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 7 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will cover equipment, methods and techniques used for successfully identifying anchoring and pulling frame type and unibody type vehicles.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   3.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course is a continuation of ABCT 2106, and ABCT 2108. It covers some of the same tasks and allows the student to build his or her skills and complete tasks that were not done in the previous courses.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   5.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course contains subject matter related to mechanical repairs as a result of a collision. The course will include engine and drivetrain removal, some brake repair, air conditioning repair, and restraint system repair and replacement.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 4 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course is an internship set up by the instructor in a repair facility to help the student to acclimate his or herself to a real world facility. This course is subject to instructor approval.

Prerequisites: ABCT 1111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230.

Credit Breakout:  0.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  3.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 9 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers welding safety, familiarization with oxyacetylene equipment and MIG welder operations.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the tools and processes used for repairing minor damage on sheet metal panels. Safe and proper use of body fillers are included in this course. A

Prerequisites: ABCT1100 and ABCT1111. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   4.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers surface preparation procedures for spot and overall refinishing.

Prerequisites: ABCT1120 and ABCT1142. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the procedures for the removal and replacement of automotive glass and many components of a vehicle.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   3.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 5 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers various methods of vehicle cleanup and reconditioning.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers advanced welding methods used in collision repair. It also includes the I-Car Welding Qualification Test.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers procedures for preparation and application of undercoat systems. Panel preparation techniques are also covered.

Prerequisites: ABCT1120, ABCT1130, ABCT1142. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 5 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the application of primers, sealers and topcoats. Single stage, basecoat/clearcoat and tri-coat paint systems will be applied. Color theory and matching are also covered.

Prerequisites: ABCT1130, ABCT1142, ABCT1150, ABCT1214. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   4.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the different methods of repairing automotive plastics.

Prerequisites: ABCT1130, ABCT1142, ABCT1216. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers operation, servicing of chassis wiring, lights, instrument, and accessories. It also includes how to read wiring diagrams and diagnose electrical problems related to collision repair.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will focus on management duties related to personnel, shop flow and monetary tasks. This course will contain and require handwritten and computer driven estimation procedures and understanding of estimating terminology.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  2.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 4 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will cover replacement of new and used panels using the proper sectioning techniques. Content will be based on proper methods that are approved and tested to meet O. E.M. and I-CAR standards for proper structural integrity of the repair and the vehicle.

Prerequisites: ABCT111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   5.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 7 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will cover equipment, methods and techniques used for successfully identifying anchoring and pulling frame type and unibody type vehicles.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   3.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course is a continuation of ABCT 2106, and ABCT 2108. It covers some of the same tasks and allows the student to build his or her skills and complete tasks that were not done in the previous courses.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   5.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course contains subject matter related to mechanical repairs as a result of a collision. The course will include engine and drivetrain removal, some brake repair, air conditioning repair, and restraint system repair and replacement.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 4 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course is an internship set up by the instructor in a repair facility to help the student to acclimate his or herself to a real world facility. This course is subject to instructor approval.

Prerequisites: ABCT 1111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230.

Credit Breakout:  0.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  3.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 9 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers welding safety, familiarization with oxyacetylene equipment and MIG welder operations.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the tools and processes used for repairing minor damage on sheet metal panels. Safe and proper use of body fillers are included in this course. A

Prerequisites: ABCT1100 and ABCT1111. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   4.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the procedures for the removal and replacement of automotive glass and many components of a vehicle.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   3.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 5 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers advanced welding methods used in collision repair. It also includes the I-Car Welding Qualification Test.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers operation, servicing of chassis wiring, lights, instrument, and accessories. It also includes how to read wiring diagrams and diagnose electrical problems related to collision repair.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will cover replacement of new and used panels using the proper sectioning techniques. Content will be based on proper methods that are approved and tested to meet O. E.M. and I-CAR standards for proper structural integrity of the repair and the vehicle.

Prerequisites: ABCT111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   5.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 7 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will cover equipment, methods and techniques used for successfully identifying anchoring and pulling frame type and unibody type vehicles.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   3.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course contains subject matter related to mechanical repairs as a result of a collision. The course will include engine and drivetrain removal, some brake repair, air conditioning repair, and restraint system repair and replacement.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 4 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers surface preparation procedures for spot and overall refinishing.

Prerequisites: ABCT1120 and ABCT1142. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the procedures for the removal and replacement of automotive glass and many components of a vehicle.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   3.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 5 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers various methods of vehicle cleanup and reconditioning.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers procedures for preparation and application of undercoat systems. Panel preparation techniques are also covered.

Prerequisites: ABCT1120, ABCT1130, ABCT1142. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 5 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the application of primers, sealers and topcoats. Single stage, basecoat/clearcoat and tri-coat paint systems will be applied. Color theory and matching are also covered.

Prerequisites: ABCT1130, ABCT1142, ABCT1150, ABCT1214. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   4.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the different methods of repairing automotive plastics.

Prerequisites: ABCT1130, ABCT1142, ABCT1216. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This online-enhanced course covers the basics of using Personal Computers (PC's) and the Microsoft Office Professional suite of programs, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint to create documents, spreadsheets, databases and presentations. Students will also be introduced to the Internet, e-mail and the history of computers. This course meets the Dakota County Technical College's computer literacy requirement.

Prerequisites: Recommend a typing speed of 25 words per minute is recommended but not required or COML0900. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  2.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This course provides students with the skills needed to effectively communicate in writing in the technical work place. Students will be required to use critical analysis and logical reasoning skills in the preparation of course assignments. Applications focus on specific report formats. The course is for students in technical diploma programs.

Prerequisites: Enrollment by advisor or counselor approval. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course focuses on the practical and theoretical concepts of human communications and the styles used in personal, social and professional environments. Students will also acquire skills in critical thinking, perception, listening, verbal and non-verbal expressions and conflict resolution.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course covers the tools and processes used for repairing minor damage on sheet metal panels. Safe and proper use of body fillers are included in this course. A

Prerequisites: ABCT1100 and ABCT1111. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   4.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will focus on management duties related to personnel, shop flow and monetary tasks. This course will contain and require handwritten and computer driven estimation procedures and understanding of estimating terminology.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  2.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 4 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course will cover equipment, methods and techniques used for successfully identifying anchoring and pulling frame type and unibody type vehicles.

Prerequisites: ABCT1111, 1120, 1130, 1142, 1150, 1212, 1214, 1216, 1230. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   3.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This online-enhanced course covers the basics of using Personal Computers (PC's) and the Microsoft Office Professional suite of programs, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint to create documents, spreadsheets, databases and presentations. Students will also be introduced to the Internet, e-mail and the history of computers. This course meets the Dakota County Technical College's computer literacy requirement.

Prerequisites: Recommend a typing speed of 25 words per minute is recommended but not required or COML0900. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  2.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This course provides students with the skills needed to effectively communicate in writing in the technical work place. Students will be required to use critical analysis and logical reasoning skills in the preparation of course assignments. Applications focus on specific report formats. The course is for students in technical diploma programs.

Prerequisites: Enrollment by advisor or counselor approval. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course focuses on the practical and theoretical concepts of human communications and the styles used in personal, social and professional environments. Students will also acquire skills in critical thinking, perception, listening, verbal and non-verbal expressions and conflict resolution.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.