RDA Course Descriptions 2014-15
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Automotive Collision Repair I **change for 2014
2 Units • Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Fee: $20 for respirator
Automotive Collision I is a two-period, one semester course which introduces students to the
high-skill world of auto collision repair. Students are taught beginning-level refinishing
preparation and application which includes shop safety, environmental concerns, spray gun setup, adjustment and testing. Application of single-stage, base-coat, and tri-stage paint systems are
included. Students will also learn how to repair flexible and rigid plastics. Detailing interiors and
exteriors (color sanding and buffing) and introduction to structural repair are taught in this
course.
ACR I students are also eligible for college credit (must be 16 years old) through Greenville
Technical College. Eighty-five percent of instructional time will be spent in the shop performing
hands-on repairs. Successful students will be eligible to continue their study in ACR II.
Automotive Collision Repair IIA, IIB
2 Units/Semester • Grades 10,11,12; Dual/Honors with GTC
Prerequisite: 77 or above in Automotive Collision Repair 1; $20 for respirator and must
provide coveralls
This two-semester course completes the Auto Collision Repair program at RDA. Students
will develop skills in sheet metal straightening, sheet metal replacement, and structural
measuring. Metal straightening includes repairing small dents with body filler and preparation
for primer. Sheet metal replacement is the removal and replacement of hoods, deck lids, doors,
and bumpers. Students develop structural measuring skills by using the Genesis Electronic
Measuring System and the UMS Mechanical Measuring System. Second semester is dedicated to
live repairs and the cooperative education program. Students can repair their own vehicles
during this time. Successful program completers can continue their education at Greenville
Technical College. Second semester students can receive college credit while enrolled through
Greenville Technical College. R.D. Anderson also has an articulation agreement with Universal
Technical Institute which allows students who attend UTI to “test out” in certain subject areas
and receive a discount on tuition.
Automotive Collision Repair III
2 Units/Semester • Grade 12
Prerequisite: 85 or higher in ACR II
This is a semester course for Level 2 completers. This course can be taken as a semester course
(2 units) or as a year-long course (4 units). Students must have finished ACR II. Students will do
co-op and/or live repairs. Students must be able to work independently. **Co-op/School to
work training experiences cannot be guaranteed and are influenced by the economy and the
availability of such training experiences in the area.
Automotive Technology I *change for 2014
2 Units/1 Semester • Grades 10, 11
Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or higher in Algebra I
Fees: $40 for coveralls; $13 for SkillsUSA; $25 for Engine/Electrical Task Manual
Automotive Technology I is a two-period, one semester course which covers shop safety,
proper tool usage, shop practices, vehicle, system identification, and environmental awareness.
In addition, engine fundamentals, diagnosis, repair, and service.
Automotive Technology II
1 Unit per Semester • Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Grade of 77 or higher in Automotive Technology I
Automotive Technology II is a one period (3rd period), two-semester long course. Students
enrolled in this course will study: Brakes, Steering and Suspension (Alignments), and Engine
Performance/Drivability. The majority of the student’s time will consist of practical hands-on
application as specified by the SC Department of Career/Technical Education and NATEF
(National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) on live vehicles or trainers.
Automotive Technology III
1 Unit per semester • Grade 11, 12
Prerequisites: Enrollment in Automotive Technology II
Automotive Technology III is a one period, (4 th period) two-semester course. This course is
open to all students enrolled in Auto Technology II. This consists of either co-op at an approved
facility or 100% structured lab time. In either case, students work on NATEF prescribed task.
Students are required to keep detailed documentation of all performed tasks. Co-op students
must meet all R. D. Anderson co-op requirements and follow all policies.