Description
This program provides you with a basic working knowledge of all areas of metal working and spray painting. You will develop the skills and knowledge to repair damaged vehicles, including all phases of autobody repair and painting.
You will learn to weld and use trade tools and how to work with and shape sheet metal. You will also learn the techniques required to realign and straighten the bodies and frames of cars. The program also teaches proper methods of patching, finishing, and preparing a panel for paint application.
You will learn how to perform the necessary repairs and replacements to restore vehicles to their pre-damaged condition, and how to determine how much and what kind of work is needed for each vehicle.
Safety in the work environment is stressed.
Environmentally friendly high-volume and low-pressure spray equipment is used along with Low V.O.C. refinishing products.
Prior to starting the program, you will be invited to attend a program overview information session. You will also be invited to participate in a math and reading skills diagnostic testing session that will advise you of your program readiness.
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION METHODS
Upload Through Your Future Student Account (preferred method)
If you do not have a Future Student Account or require assistance, please contact our Student Service Centre at 204-632-2327.
Mail or In-Person: Student Service Centre Click here for address and hours of service
E-mail: register@rrc.ca
Fax: 204-697-0584
Internationally Educated Applicants - visit www.rrc.ca/credentials for credential assessment information.
However, if you apply within 6 weeks of the program start date, admission requirements are due within 5 days of applying.
Regular Admission Requirements
Mature Student Admission Requirements
If you are 19 years of age or older and have been out of high school for a minimum of one year at time of application, and you do not meet the regular admission requirements, you may apply under the Mature Student admission requirements.
| English Language Assessment | Minimum Required Levels | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L - Listening, S - Speaking, R - Reading, W - Writing | L | S | R | W |
| AEPUCE (Academic English Program of University and College Entrance ) | 8 | 7 | 8 | 6 |
| CAEL and CAEL Online (Canadian Academic English Language) | 60 | 50 | 60 | 50 |
| CLB (LINC)
(Canadian Language Benchmark - Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada)
Canadian Citizens: LINC programs are not available. | 8 | 7 | 8 | 6 |
| CanTEST
(Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees)
RRC Institutional or Official CanTEST accepted EXCEPT for the Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) program. The MLS program requires the Official CanTEST (the RRC Institutional CanTEST will not be accepted). | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 3.0 |
| Duolingo English Test
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Required minimum overall score is 115.
Due to closures related to COVID-19, RRC is temporarily allowing applicants to provide Duolingo English Test results to meet RRC's English language requirements. Applicants who meet the English Language Requirement through Duolingo will be invited to a 30-minute online meeting with a college representative. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss college supports to enhance student experience and contribute to the students' academic success. | 115 | 115 | 115 | 115 |
| IELTS - Academic (International English Language Testing System) | 6.5 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| LSI (Language Studies International) | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE - Academic Online Assessment (Pearson Test of English) | 58 | 50 | 58 | 42 |
| TOEFL-iBT
(Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet Based Test)
To meet the needs of students who are unable to take the TOEFL iBT® test at a test center due to public health concerns, ETS is temporarily offering the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test in selected areas. | 20 | 18 | 19 | 18 |
Because heavy lifting is involved, you must be in good physical condition. You should have a mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity, and be trade- and goal-oriented. Colour blindness could interfere with your progress in this program.
You should be in good physical and respiratory condition because of the physical aspects of the work environment and constant exposure to refinishing products.
As the program may run until 6 pm from time to time to accommodate scheduling of related courses, prospective students should be prepared for occasional late shifts at the College.
| Location | Start Date | Apply Link |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Campus | Aug 30, 2021 | Apply Now |
Students may apply for financial assistance through the Manitoba Student Aid program. For general information on applying please call 204-945-6321 or 1-800-204-1685, or visit their website at www.manitobastudentaid.ca, which also includes an online application. For detailed information, please visit one of the RRC Student Service Centres or call 204-632-2327. Applicants requiring financial assistance should complete their student loan applications well in advance of the class start date.
Red River College is a participating institution in the HigherEdPoints program. Through this program, students are able to convert Aeroplan® Miles and TD Points into funds to help cover their tuition. Family members and friends can also contribute to a student’s education by converting their loyalty points - anyone can donate their points to an individual student.
Visit the HigherEdPoints website for more information about the program and/or to set up an account to convert your points.
In this section, the student exercises theoretical knowledge of metal straightening on various damaged projects which also provide the opportunity to develop practical skills in metal straightening, shrinking, filling, and proper use of tools.
In this segment, the students will be able to prepare panels for refinishing using the proper products, equipment, and procedure. This would include spraying undercoats, using polyester putty, and leveling.
Students will be able to interpret a repair estimate as to the time allowed and cost of repair.
In this section, the student exercises theoretical knowledge of metal straightening on various damaged projects which also provide the opportunity to develop practical skills in metal straightening, shrinking, filling, and proper use of tools.
In this segment, the students will be able to prepare panels for refinishing using the proper products, equipment, and procedure. This would include spraying undercoats, using polyester putty, and leveling.
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Shop knowledge and basic manufacturing skills are required by person working in mechanical trades.
Through theoretical instruction and a series of practical shop demonstrations, learners will be exposed to techniques that will better equip them to deal with challenges present in their respective trade. In providing an introduction to the basics of manufacturing, the course will contribute to the development of the learners’ analytical, mechanical and cognitive skills.
Topics covered in the course include:
In this segment, the students will be able to apply top coats used in the trade today to refinish a complete vehicle and to do spot repairs. Personal protection and safe handling of hazardous products is emphasized.
Students will be able to remove and replace bolt-on functional and non-functional parts. Also, the students will become familiar with the different types of body and frame design and construction.
Students are placed in body shops where they are exposed to the actual demands of the trade in a true work environment where there are pressures such as speed and in some cases confined space. It is the intent of this segment that by actually working or helping in shops, they will have a more realistic view of what will be expected of them upon entering this field of work.
Students will be taught personal, shop, and environmental safety, as well as safety procedures in the handling of hazardous materials and the use of tools.
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Students will be able to identify, select, use, and maintain hand and portable power tools required for the repair of motor vehicles. Instruction in safe usage of both hand and power tools is stressed in this segment.
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Students, upon completion, will be able to repair flexible components as well as make repairs to fiberglass components of automobile and truck bodies.
Students will be instructed in the use of frame measuring equipment to identify different frame damages and how they relate to poor body fits. Also, students will be able to interpret a repair estimate as to time allowed and cost of repair.
In this segment, the students will be able to apply top coats used in the trade today to refinish a complete vehicle and to do spot repairs. Personal protection and safe handling of hazardous products is emphasized.
Students, upon completion, will be able to repair flexible components as well as make repairs to fiberglass components of automobile and truck bodies.
Students will be instructed in the proper use of frame measuring equipment to identity various types of frame damage and how they relate to poor body fits.
This segment covers the removal and replacement of auto glass, door components, and interior trim.
This segment covers the removal and replacement of auto glass, door components, and interior trim.
The student will acquire the knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles upon which basic hydraulic systems are based.
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Students are placed in body shops where they are exposed to the actual demands of the trade in a true work environment where there are pressures such as speed and in some cases confined space. It is the intent of this segment that by actually working or helping in shops, they will have a more realistic view of what will be expected of them upon entering this field of work.
Students will be repairing more severe and complicated sheet metal damage involving the use of hydraulic equipment to make a corrective force and pull and develop metal shaping skills in forming and installing rust repair patches.
Students will be repairing more severe and complicated sheet metal damage involving the use of hydraulic equipment to make a corrective force and pull and develop metal shaping skills in forming and installing rust repair patches.
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Everyone communicates, but are they doing it well? Communicative competence takes practice and self-awareness. By developing their communication skills, the student will improve their interpersonal ability, intercultural competence, and digital fluency to prepare the student for success in the workplace. In Communication Strategies, the student will learn through discovery and project-based activities to practice approaching situations critically and collaboratively. The strategies the student will gain in this course will be useful throughout their program and in their chosen industry.
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This General Safety Training (GST) teaches basic general safety content to arm students with the core information necessary for them to protect themselves in workplaces on all descriptions. Although some examples may consider Manitoba legislation, this course has been developed by occupational safety and health professionals using generic information that is not provincially specific.
Students will learn safe working procedures with different welding techniques. Also, students will learn practical application of gas and MIG welding systems and gas and plasma cutting techniques.
Students will learn safe working procedures with different welding techniques. Also, students will learn practical application of gas and metal inert gas (MIG) welding systems and gas and plasma cutting techniques.
Online learning is a critical component of course delivery in all Red River College programs. To ensure each student has the tools they need to achieve their academic goals, all Red River College students require, at minimum:
1. Off-campus access to a current computer with a webcam
2. A high speed internet connection
• Recommended minimum speed: 10 mbps for download, 3 mbps for upload
• Slower internet connection speeds may result in audio and video issues. Please keep in mind that if others in your home are using the same internet connection at the same time as you are, you may also experience audio and video issues.
• Please refer to https://www.rrc.ca/studentcomputing for further information on Computer Requirements for Students.
Please note that any anticipated costs are not included in Books and Supplies estimates.
Apprenticeship opportunities
Upon graduation, and to advance in this field, you can obtain trade certification by joining the apprenticeship program and work toward Journeyperson status. Upon employment as an apprentice, you may be granted up to one level of in-school training towards paint apprenticeship.
For more information about the apprenticeship program in Manitoba, contact:
Apprenticeship Manitoba
Manitoba Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade
100 - 111 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3B 0T4
Phone 204-945-3337
Fax 204-948-2346
Toll-Free: 1-877-978-7233 (1-877-97-TRADE)
Email: apprenticeship@gov.mb.ca
https://www.gov.mb.ca/wd/apprenticeship/
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.
Red River College surveys its graduates on an annual basis to collect data related to the graduates’ employment status, salary, occupation and skill use. In addition, graduates are asked to indicate their level of satisfaction regarding the education they received at Red River College.
Visit www.rrc.ca/numbers/reports/graduate-satisfaction for graduate satisfaction and employment reports.
Many graduates have found employment as autobody mechanics, metal finishers, painters' preppers, and bodyframe specialists. Others are employed as claims adjusters, collision estimators or shop supervisors.
For information on how to apply to this program, follow the link below.
Every year Red River College surveys students, in all full-time programs, to learn more about their college experience. The questionnaire includes questions about students’ experiences with College programs, facilities, and services offered.
Visit www.rrc.ca/numbers/reports/student-evaluation-of-program for student evaluation of program reports.
Red River College is committed to student success and provides valuable support services to assist in helping students make the most of their time at RRC.
Visit www.rrc.ca/supports for more information.