Associate of Science in Auto Body (College of Alameda) in Alameda United States | Peralta Community College District

The Auto Body and Paint program equips students with practical skills to become qualified technicians for immediate employment, while also providing a foundation for pursuing a Bachelor's degree in advanced technology fields, teaching careers, or enhancing expertise in management, design, or business. Instruction through lectures and labs addresses safety, professional ethics, welding techniques, hand and power tool usage, alongside automotive theory, repair, customization, and painting. When enrolling in an Auto Body course, students receive a list of essential tools and are advised on selecting appropriate ones for their specific class. This ensures graduates entering the automotive collision repair, customization, and restoration industry have the necessary equipment.
The Associate in Science degree in Auto Body is granted after successfully completing the major course requirements outlined for each option and the General Education requirements for the degree, as detailed in the Degrees, Programs & Transfer Requirements section of this Catalog.
Career Opportunities
Graduates in this field commonly find employment in automotive collision repair, customization, and restoration settings.