Englewood, Ohio – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Auto Collision junior class completed a fender repair project in class recently.  Chuck Phillabaum, MVCTC Auto Collision instructor, demonstrated how to remove two types of dents (one using filler the other metal finish), prep the fender for primer, and then paint the fender.  Students were able to add a design if they wanted and then clear coat, buff, and polish the fender. This is a great project to prepare students for what they will be doing in class and in this career and allows them to be creative.

The Auto Collision Program at MVCTC trains students to become gainfully employed in three areas of collision repair, refinishing, non-structural repair, and structural repair. Each one of these areas is considered specialized positions separately or can be a combination of the three. Also, as part of the training process, students develop knowledge of estimating damage and cost of materials and parts needed to complete the repairs.

Many competencies make up the skill level required to do quality collision repair. Students develop good welding and detailing skills the first quarter of their junior year. Throughout the rest of the two-year program, students will develop skills in metal working, mechanical, frame repair, and refinishing. Students are also able to become I-CAR Platinum Certified for refinishing and non-structural repair. Patronage is included with students using real life skills to serve the community.

Working with local collision repair shops, students are put to work through our advanced placement program. With the skills students take with them upon graduation, they can become gainfully employed in any part of the United States or the world.

For more information about MVCTC, please visit www.mvctc.com.

For over 45-years, MVCTC has been providing career technical education for 27 partner school districts encompassing five counties, including Darke, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Warren Counties.  MVCTC is dedicated to providing in-demand workforce training for youth, adults, and organizations in the Miami Valley. 

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