# Noncredit Automotive Body Repair and Refinishing (N AB) courses

Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 2 courses

Source: https://palomar.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/32573/33385/33480

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027.

### N AB 950 — Introduction to Automotive Restoration

- **Hours:** 24.00 hours lecture, 24.00 hours lab
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Note: May be taken up to 4 times
- Grading: Pass/No Pass/Satisfactory Progress

Covers the fundamentals of automotive body repair. Includes guided practice in a simulated work environment, and instructions on body construction, metalworking methods, and equipment used in the automobile restoration industry. Lab activities include basic disassembly, repair, documentation of automotive bodies and components. Emphasis is placed on developing the basic knowledge and manipulative skills necessary for gainful employment in the auto repair industry. Students who successfully complete the courses will be eligible for a certificate of completion.

### N AB 951 — Introduction to Auto Restoration Refinishing

- **Hours:** 24.00 hours lecture, 24.00 hours lab
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Pass/No Pass/Satisfactory Progress

Through in-class instruction and hands-on shop activities, students will develop entry-level skills as auto body refinishing technicians. The course covers safe work practices, automobile construction, power and hand tools necessary to perform basic refinishing, and custom painting. Techniques are applicable to automobile customizing. The course includes guided practice in a simulated work environment, in sanding, masking, detailing, spot painting, and complete body painting.