ABOD 1075 - Plastic Repair

Credits: 2
Hours/Week: Lecture None Lab None
Course Description: This hands-on course introduces students to the theory and operational techniques for working with the different types of plastics found in modern vehicles. Topics include safety issues, methods of plastic repair, benefits of repair, and the proper set up and operation of plastic welders. Students must be able to perform physical tasks to complete course requirements.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Course placement into ENGL 0950 and RDNG 0950 or above OR completion of RDNG 0940 with a grade of C or higher OR course placement into ESOL 0051 and ESOL 0052 and ESOL 1033 OR completion of ESOL 0041 with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0042 with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0043 with a grade of C or higher.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

Safety procedures and precautions related to plastic repair
Identification of different types of plastics found in modern vehicles
Proper set up and operation of plastic repair equipment
Benefits of plastic welding
Repairs of interior and exterior plastic components
Maintenance and operational techniques of related tools and equipment

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will be able to:

identify safety procedures and precautions related to plastic repair.
identify different types of plastics found on new vehicle construction.
identify different methods of plastic repair.
explain the benefits and cost savings of plastic repair.
demonstrate proper operation of specialty equipment and tools.
control the variables that affect the quality and speed of refinishing.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies
Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6)
None
Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10)
None

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ABOD 1075 - Plastic Repair