Study Collision Repair and Insurance Management
Major in Automotive Technology with an Emphasis in Collision Repair and Insurance ManagementAdvanced collision repair skills, paired with insurance management expertise.
Our students excel in evaluating vehicle damage and estimating repair costs for insurance appraisals, while also honing their communication skills with customers, project partners, and insurance experts.
They gain insights into dealership sales, service, and parts management, providing a solid grasp of the financial and operational aspects of the automotive industry.
Collision repair and insurance management is a $10 billion per year sector of the automotive industry. Employers in this specialization are actively recruiting our graduates.
Gain proficiency in advanced collision repair, including the art of welding and refinishing automotive surfaces.
Develop the ability to appraise vehicle damage for insurance purposes in simulated workshops. Determine the nature of the damage and the required repairs.
Course topics of Collision Repair and Insurance Management emphasis
The Collision Repair and Insurance Management emphasis track encompasses courses that cover a range of important topics:
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Welding Processes and Procedures: Learning the techniques and procedures involved in welding for collision repair.
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Fundamentals of Collision Technology: Exploring the foundational principles and methods of repairing damaged vehicles.
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Structural and Non-Structural Analysis: Understanding the structural aspects of vehicles and their repair requirements.
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Damage Analysis, Estimating, and Insurance Appraisal: Developing skills in assessing vehicle damage, estimating repair costs, and conducting insurance appraisals.
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Automotive Finishing and Refinishing: Focusing on refinishing techniques and achieving the highest quality in vehicle aesthetics.
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Dealership Sales Operations: Gaining insights into sales strategies and dealership operations to understand the business side of the automotive industry.
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Corporate Sales, Service, and Parts Management: Exploring the management of corporate vehicle fleets, service centers, and parts departments.
Career paths of Collision Repair and Insurance Management graduates
Graduates of the Collision Repair and Insurance Management emphasis track are well-prepared for a variety of career opportunities in the automotive industry, including:
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Collision Repair Technician: Specializing in repairing damaged vehicles and restoring them to their original condition.
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Insurance Appraiser: Assessing vehicle damage and estimating repair costs for insurance claims.
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Collision Repair Shop Manager: Overseeing the operations of collision repair facilities, including staff and customer interactions.
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Fleet Manager: Managing corporate vehicle fleets and coordinating maintenance and repairs.
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Parts and Service Manager: Overseeing service and parts departments within dealerships and corporate settings.
Additional information
Automotive Technology - Collision Repair & Insurance Management Degree Map download
Catalog – see catalog for the School of Automotive and Engineering Technology