Autobody 10, A20, B20, A30, B30

(a)	Compare different types of plastics (i.e., thermoplastic olefin (TPO), thermo-set, sheet molding compound (SMC), polypropylene) commonly used in automotive construction.
(b)	Investigate the role of plastic in the manufacturing of automobiles.
(c)	Identify types of plastics by grinding or locating ISO codes in damaged areas before proceeding with plastic repair.
(d)	Research the range of corrective procedures that may be required to repair plastic.
(e)	Research, estimate and compare the cost to replace versus to repair plastic components (e.g., bumper repair) in automobile repair.
(f)	Conduct a plastic repair to, or above, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications.
(g)	Discuss different processes and adhesives (e.g., plastic welding, bonding) to repair damage to plastic components.
(h)	Investigate trends in plastic use and the potential impact of electric automobiles on plastic consumption.

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Resources

R017636

Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing(2nd ed.)

This textbook provides comprehensive information about autobody and automotive repairs associated with collisions. Each of the 36 chapters has clearly written text and visual supports as well as a summary, activities and review questions.

Please see the related resources below.

• Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing. Instructor's Resource CD

Media and Formats : Book

Price : See publisher

Record posted/updated: June 26, 2023

R013033

The Complete Guide to Auto Body Repair(2nd ed.)

This guide shows the steps required to undertake basic to advanced autobody projects. Using text and photographs, the resource gives a general overview of topics. It does not provide great detail into the skill and techniques that would be necessary to accomplish some projects, but it does provide an overview of an autobody project from beginning to end.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $32.99

Record posted/updated: December 8, 2021