COLL 101Collision Repair Fundamentals 50 20
COLL-120 Disassembly and Assembly 120 130 250 COLL-128 Plastic Repair 40 60 100 Aluminum and Steel Small Dent COLL-201 60 100 160
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- COLL
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- 2026
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- cpi.edu
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology · Courses
COLL
6 courses with the subject COLL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
COLL 120Disassembly and Assembly
In Disassembly and Assembly, students will develop skills in safely removing and reinstalling vehicle components, including bumpers, trim, lighting, and interior panels. The course covers proper documentation, fastener identification, and part alignment techniques. Hands-on training will focus on preserving undamaged components, ensuring proper fit, and reassembling vehicles to pre-repair condition. (120 lecture hours, 130 lab hours)
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- COLL
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- course
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- 2026
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- cpi.edu
COLL 128Plastic Repair
In Plastic Repair, students will learn industry-approved techniques for repairing automotive plastics, including bumper covers, grilles, and interior panels. The course covers plastic identification, adhesive bonding, welding methods, and refinishing procedures. Students will complete hands-on repairs using plastic welding and chemical bonding techniques to restore parts to OEM specifications. (40 lecture hours, 60 lab hours)
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- COLL
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- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- cpi.edu
COLL 201Aluminum and Steel Small Dent Removal
In Aluminum and Steel Small Dent Removal, students will develop skills in repairing minor dents and damage on both steel and aluminum vehicle panels. This course covers metal characteristics, proper tool selection, and repair techniques such as paintless dent removal (PDR) and traditional dent pulling. Hands-on training will focus on restoring panels with minimal filler use while maintaining structural integrity. (60 lecture hours, 100 lab hours)
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- COLL
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- course
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- 2026
- Source
- cpi.edu
COLL 213Preparation for Refinish
In Preparation for Refinish, students will learn the critical steps involved in preparing a vehicle for painting and refinishing. This course covers surface cleaning, sanding techniques, masking procedures, primer application, and defect prevention. Hands-on training includes proper spray gun setup, sealer application, and panel blending techniques to ensure a high-quality finish. (50 lecture hours, 160 lab hours)
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- COLL
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- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- cpi.edu
COLL 250Computerized Estimating
In the Computerized Estimating course, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to create accurate and professional collision repair estimates using industry-standard computerized estimating software. Students will learn to assess vehicle damage, interpret repair procedures, and generate detailed estimates that align with insurance and repair facility requirements. Through hands-on training, students will gain proficiency in identifying and documenting vehicle damage, navigating computerized estimating software, understanding labor times, parts pricing, and repair methodologies, writing comprehensive estimates for insurance claims and customer repairs, and communicating effectively with customers, insurance adjusters, and repair technicians. (50 lecture hours, 60 lab hours) Page 40
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- COLL
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- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- cpi.edu
Source: Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59