CTE Courses
- Animal Science
- Audio-Visual Production
- Automotive Technology
- Carpentry and Construction Trades
- Collision Repair and Auto Body Technology
- Cosmetology
- Criminal Justice
- Culinary Arts
- Early Childhood Education and Human Services
- Enriching Learning with Nanotechnology
- Heavy Equipment Operations
- Media Communications Technology
- Medical Assisting
- Natural Resources
- New Vision - Education Professions
- New Vision - Health Professions
- Power Equipment Technology
- Pre-Engineering and CADD
- Product Design and Manufacturing
- Welding and Metal Fabrication
Collision Repair and Auto Body Technology
Teachers
Max Gross
Ellicottville Center
David Calhoun
Belmont Center
Randy Lananger
Olean Center
Collision Repair/Auto Body covers all aspects of collision repair and finish work on vehicles. In the shop setting, students experience the methods of complete auto collision repair and working on damaged vehicles. They also learn several methods of custom design finish work and accurate estimating procedures. Our Collision Repair Shops are state-of-the-art and are evolving from solvent based paint to the latest environmentally friendly technology of low emission, water borne paint with down draft paint booths. Students learn automotive structure, become familiar with the tools used in collision repair, and master a variety of repair techniques. The class gives students a solid foundation, and the required certification, for entry level work in the collision field or for further study in this growing industry.
Things You Get To Do
- Authentic repair practices by working on damaged vehicles
- Frame straightening and repair
- Refurbishing and refinishing multiple surfaces
- Demonstration from Airbrushing Artists
Where It Can Lead
- Collision Repair Technician
- Insurance Adjuster
- Auto Glass Installer/ Repairer
- Auto Parts Salesperson
- New and Used Car Detailer
- Airbrush specialist
What You Can Earn
- New York State Technical Endorsement on High School Diploma
- I-CAR Certification
- OSHA Certification
Go To College With Credits
- Alfred State College
- Erie Community College
- Ohio Technical College
- Pennsylvania College of Technology
- SUNY Morrisville
- Universal Technical Institute
Where It's Held
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Career and Technical Education Center at Belmont
5536 County Route 48, Belmont, NY 14813 | 716-376-8326opens phone dialer - Career and Technical Education Center at Ellicottville
5550 Route 242 E. Ellicottville, NY 14731-0690 | 716-376-8300opens phone dialer - Career and Technical Education Center at Olean
1825 Windfall Rd., Olean, NY 14760-9303 | 716-376-8200opens phone dialer
Skills Learned in Class
- Belmont
- Ellicottville
- Olean