AFA Course (Advanced Frame Analysis) Focused on Pickup and Sport Utility – CHIEF UNIVERSITY/CHIEF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

This advanced course covers collision theory of body-on-frame vehicles, with specific emphasis on pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles; visual inspection of the vehicle’s lower and upper structures to determine types of misalignment; hands-on measuring and analyzing collision damage; computerized measuring and structural damage reports; plan and set up a structural repair; and analyzing damaged […]

Unitized Body Analysis & Repair Planning – CHIEF UNIVERSITY/CHIEF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

This interactive class is designed for entry-level and experienced structural repair technicians. Technicians will learn the fundamental principles of collision theory, measuring, analyzing, repair planning and setup for unibody vehicles to maximize both repair quality and profitability. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00008. This course is a prerequisite to Chief’s Advanced Unitized Body Repair class.

Full Frame Analysis & Repair Planning – CHIEF UNIVERSITY/CHIEF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

This class is designed for entry-level and experienced structural repair technicians. Technicians will learn the fundamental principles of collision theory, measuring, analyzing, repair planning and setup for full-frame vehicles to maximize both repair quality and profitability. “Real world” case studies of collision-damaged pickups and SUVs are included. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00004. The course is […]

Computerized Measuring Systems Training – CHIEF UNIVERSITY/CHIEF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

This class trains technicians in the most efficient use of computerized measuring. Technicians learn to operate Chief’s computerized measuring systems to identify structural misalignment and maximize both repair quality and profitability. Hands-on activities include: identify and analyze the internal and external forces that occur during a collision; understanding terminology and theory of computerized measuring systems; […]

Automotive Technology – HOLLAND COLLEGE

A solid grounding in the computers, networks, electronics and other non-mechanical systems that make up today’s automobiles. Learning theory in the classroom, then hands-on practice in the shop. An industry work placement hones abilities and introduces the student to potential employers.