Standard 1
Successfully complete a safety program before entering a shop space.

Standard 2
Locate and understand basic and hazardous information from a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for products used in the collision repair industry.

1. Proper product labeling
   

Standard 3
Identify, select, inspect, and properly use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

1. Eye protection
   
2. Hand protection
   
3. Body protection
   
4. Respiratory protection
   
5. Hearing protection
   

Standard 4
Comply with OSHA regulations.

Standard 5
Locate Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procedures to identify material and composition ofthe vehicle being repaired (mild steel, high strength steel, ultra-high strength steel, aluminum, etc.).

Standard 6
Differentiate and understand safety precautions between alternative fuel vehicles, supplemental restraint system (SRS) systems, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

Performance Skills

1. Pass a safety test with 100% accuracy.
   
2. Locate, name, and demonstrate all safety equipment and procedures.
   
3. Demonstrate correct use of PPE.
   
4. Recognize and report potential safety hazards.
   
5. Identify proper material labeling.
   
6. Develop a logical repair plan and methods.
   
7. Perform vehicle clean-up; complete quality control using a checklist on operations performed.
   
8. Demonstrate safe pulling and clamping processes.
   

Standard 1
Identify and distinguish between the different types of automotive finishes.

1. Primers
   
2. Base coats (solvent/waterborne)
   
3. Clear coats
   
4. Tri-coats
   
5. Vinyl wraps
   
6. Oil-based
   
7. Enamel
   
8. Polyurethane
   
9. Lacquer
   

Standard 2
Select the proper finish for repairs based on environmental conditions.

1. Waterborne
   
2. Solvent
   

Standard 3
Read and understand how to mix a product from the product data sheet (PDS).

1. Expiration dates
   
2. Mixing ratios
   
3. Pot life
   

Standard 4
Locate vehicle Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) paint codes.

Standard 1
Select, and properly use PPE when preparing the surface of a vehicle for refinishing.

Standard 2
Properly clean the entire vehicle to remove contaminants.

Standard 3
Remove paint finish as needed.

1. Surface prep for primer
   
2. Surface prep for blend (solid/metallic/tri-coat)
   
3. Chemical stripping
   

Standard 4
Mask/protect areas that will not be refinished

1. Recess/back masking
   
2. Foam door type/aperture
   
3. Plastic
   
4. Paper
   

Standard 5
Remove and install pinstripes, decals, and emblems.

Standard 6
Mix and apply paint based on manufacturer's specifications.

1. Primer
   
2. Undercoating
   
3. Corrosion protection
   
4. Chip coatings
   

Standard 7
Measure paint film thickness to determine surface prep method.

1. OEM
   
2. Max
   
3. Wet
   

Performance Skills

1. Successfully prepare a vehicle surface for refinishing.
   
2. Successfully prevent overspray on a vehicle.
   
3. Correctly mix and apply paint based on manufacturer's specifications.
   
4. Design repair method based on collected paint film thickness data.
   
5. Demonstrate proper use of PPE.
   

Standard 1
Assess the function of a spray gun and its related components.

1. Air hoses
   
2. Regulators
   
3. Air lines
   
4. Air source
   
5. Spray environment
   
6. Fillers
   
7. Air cap
   
8. Fluid tip
   
9. Fluid nozzle
   
10. Needle
    
11. Fluid passage
    

Standard 2
Differentiate spray gun setups for products being applied.

1. Fluid needle
   
2. Nozzle
   
3. Cap
   

Standard 3
Determine proper spray patterns and corrections.

1. Crescent
   
2. Heavy to the top/bottom
   
3. Heavy in the middle
   
4. Heavy on the ends
   
5. Elliptical
   

Standard 4
Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of pressure spray equipment.

1. Siphon feed
   
2. Gravity feed
   
3. High Volume, Low Pressure (HVLP
   
4. Reduced Pressure (RP)
   
5. Airbrush
   
6. Touch-up
   

Performance Skills

1. Inspect, clean, and determine condition of spray guns and related equipment.
   
2. Select spray gun and setup for product being applied.
   
3. Test and adjust spray gun using fluid, air and pattern control valves.
   
4. Correctly operate pressure spray equipment.
   

Standard 1
Locate and use vehicle OEM paint codes for color mixing and matching purposes (color variants).

Standard 2
Explain the color wheel and color interactions.

1. Movement across color wheel
   
2. Hue
   
3. Chroma
   
4. Value
   
5. Saturation
   

Standard 3
Assess perspective angles in their relation to color appearance.

1. Flop 1
   
2. Flop 2
   
3. 45 degree
   

Standard 4
Interpret toner pictographs.

1. Color hue direction
   
2. Color flop
   
3. Flop 1
   
4. Flop 2
   
5. Color
   
6. Coarseness level
   

Standard 5
Create a sprayout card according to the relevant automotive finish.

1. Letdown panel
   
2. Color effect panel
   

Standard 6
Differentiate lighting conditions and the impact on color appearance.

1. Ishihara test
   
2. Light spectrum
   
3. Color metamerism
   
4. Reflection
   
5. Refraction
   

Performance Skills

1. Accurately mix and tint a given paint.
   
2. Perform a quality sprayout card.
   
3. Apply concepts of proper lighting.
   

Standard 1
Select, and properly use PPE when applying refinishing materials to a vehicle surface.

Standard 2
Analyze corrosion protection and adhesion.

1. OEM E-Coat
   
2. Direct to Metal (DTM) Primer
   
3. Seam Sealer
   
4. Chip-Coating
   
5. Undercoating
   
6. Bed Lining
   
7. Powder Coating
   
8. Plastic adhesion promoter
   

Standard 3
Analyze and correct paint defects.

1. Solvent popping
   
2. Orange peel
   
3. Dry spray
   
4. Blistering
   
5. Wrinkling
   
6. Tiger/zebra striping
   
7. Runs/sags
   
8. Fish eye
   
9. Lifting
   
10. Clouding
    
11. Overspray
    

Standard 4
Differentiate spray techniques and their appropriate applications.

1. Gun arc
   
2. Angle
   
3. Distance
   
4. Travel speed
   
5. Spray pattern overlap
   
6. Fan pattern size
   

Performance Skill

1. Perform proper spray techniques.
   
2. Apply concepts to correct defects.
   
3. Demonstrate proper use of PPE.
   

Standard 1
Select, and properly use PPE when detailing and applying services to a vehicle.

Standard 2
Correct finishing defects (measure and record film thickness before and after buffing).

1. Cut
   
2. Buff
   
3. Polish
   
4. De-nib
   
5. Claybar (overspray removal)
   

Standard 3
Perform interior detailing.

1. Vacuum
   
2. Glass care
   
3. Upholstery care
   
4. Stain & odor removal
   

Standard 4
Perform exterior detailing.

1. Freshly refinished panel care.
   
2. Exterior washing.
   
3. Tire care
   
4. Body openings/door jambs
   
5. Decals and emblems
   

Standard 5
Perform paint defect correction.

1. Airborne contaminants
   
2. Die-back conditions
   
3. Chalking/oxidation
   
4. Swirl marks
   
5. Wheel burns
   
6. Acidic damage (bird droppings, tree sap)
   

Standard 6
Demonstrate use of customer care materials.

1. Air fresheners
   
2. Plastic steering wheel cover
   
3. Paper floor mat
   
4. Plastic seat cover
   

Standard 7
Discuss aftermarket detailing services.

1. Window tinting
   
2. Paint protection film (PPF).
   
3. Hydro dipping
   
4. Ceramic coating
   
5. Vinyl wraps
   

Performance Skill

1. Perform a total vehicle detailing service.
   

Standard 1
Students will display personal skills related to the essential values, personality traits, and personal characteristics for success in automotive collision repair & refinishing and life.

1. Integrity - demonstrate honesty and personal responsibility for actions in repairing and maintaining automotive collision repair and refinishing.
   
2. Work ethic - demonstrate tenacity, hard work, excellence, punctuality, meet deadlines; and be self-directed when completing tasks in the automotive collision repair and refinishing classroom or shop.
   
3. Professionalism - demonstrate maturity, self-confidence; and a positive image when working with teammates or clients on automotive collision repair or refinishing jobs/projects.
   
4. Responsibility - demonstrate dependability, consistency, and personal well-being when safely completing automotive collision repair or refinishing tasks.
   
5. Adaptability/Flexibility - Foster creativity, new ideas, and resilience when working to solve problems in automotive collision and repair or refinishing tasks.
   
6. Self-motivated - demonstrate a willingness to learn, independence, initiative, and a positive attitude when approaching new information
   

Standard 2
Students will display workplace skills related to the essential attitudes and abilities for success in the automotive collision repair and refinishing industry.

1. Communication - Demonstrates skills in listening and speaking; communicates professionally with teammates, supervisors, and customers in relation to automotive collision repair and refinishing.
   
2. Decision making- Analyzes key facts, data, and situations to employ reasoning skills for completing automotive collision repair and refinishing tasks.
   
3. Teamwork - Builds trusting relationships, works cooperatively with others and utilizes individual strengths of team members when completing automotive collision repair and refinishing tasks.
   
4. Planning, organizing, and management - Designs, prepares, and implements automotive collision repair and refinishing tasks within a desired timeframe; Sets priorities and responds to changing priorities.
   
5. Leadership - Builds positive relationships and mitigates conflict.
   

Standard 3
Students will display technical skills that are grounded in automotive collision repair and refinishing that deliver essential knowledge and competencies for success in the industry.

1. Computer and technology literacy - specific to the program area.
   
2. Job specific skills - specific to the program area.
   
3. Safety and health - specific to the program area.
   
4. Service orientation - responds to internal and external customers; demonstrates focus and presence; attends to personal matters away from the classroom.
   
5. Professional development - demonstrates openness to learn, grow, and change in the automotive collision repair and refinishing industry.