Mar 13, 2025  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

CRT 2032 - Damage Analysis/Estimating/Customer Service



Clock Hours: 51

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: CRT 1010 Safety

Industry Certifications ASE B6 Damage Analysis & Estimating

Course Description:

This course is designed to train students in all aspects of Damage Analysis of wrecked automobiles, how to build a proper Estimate of Repair, and how to obtain good Customer Relation skills to be proficient upon entering the workforce.

Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Damage Analysis
    • Position the vehicle for inspection under proper lighting; take photos to identify the vehicle and document damage. HP-I
    • Identify components to be removed to gain access to damaged areas. HP-G
    • Analyze damage to determine appropriate repair methods in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and guidelines. HP-G
    • Determine the direction, point(s) of impact, and extent of direct, indirect, and inertia damage. HP-G
    • Gather details of the incident/accident necessary to determine the full extent of vehicle damage. HP-G
    • Identify and record pre-existing damage. HP-G
    • Identify and record prior repairs. HP-G
    • Perform Visual inspection of structural components. HP-G
    • Identify structural damage using basic measuring tools and dimensional data. Hp-I
    • Perform visual inspection of non-structural components. HP-I
    • Determine parts, components, material type(s) and procedures necessary for a proper repair. HP-I
    • Identify type and condition of finish; determine refinish labor operations as required. HP-I
    • Identify suspension, electrical, and mechanical component physical damage. HP-G
    • Identify safety systems physical damage. HP-G
    • Identify interior component damage. HP-G
    • Identify add-on accessories and modifications. HP-G
    • Identify single (one time) use components. HP-G
    • Perform a pre-scan; identify and document illuminated dash malfunction indicator lamp(s) (MIL) and stored diagnostic codes. HP-I
    • Perform a pre-repair inspection of the vehicle with the customer. Record fit and finish concerns (color mismatch, factory gaps, unrelated prior damage, and prior repairs). HP-G
    • Identify and document Advanced Diver Assistance Systems (ADAS) on the vehicle being repaired; identify damaged ADAS components and/or recalibration requirements. HP-G
  2. Estimating
    • Determine and record customer/vehicle owner information. HP-I
    • Identify and record vehicle identification number (VIN) information, including nation of origin, make, model, restraint system, body type, production date, engine type, build data, and assembly plant. HP-I
    • Identify and record vehicle mileage and options, including trim level, paint code, transmission, accessories, and modifications. HP-I
    • Identify safety systems; determine precautions, inspections and replacement items as required. HP-G
    • Apply appropriate estimating and parts nomenclature (terminology). HP-I
    • Determine and apply appropriate estimating sequence. HP-I
    • Utilize estimating procedure pages. HP-I
    • Apply estimating footnotes, headnotes, and line notes as needed. HP-I
    • Identify operations requiring labor value judgment. HP-G
    • Select appropriate labor code for each operation (structural, non-structural, mechanical, and refinish). HP-I
    • Select and price OEM parts; optional OEM parts, aftermarket parts, recyclable/used parts, remanufactured, rebuilt, and reconditioned parts; verify availability, compatibility, and condition. HP-G
    • Determine necessary sublet operations. HP-G
    • Determine included and non-included operations and miscellaneous items. HP-G
    • Recognize and apply overlap deductions. HP-I
    • Determine additional material and charges. HP-G
    • Determine refinishing material and charges. HP-G
    • Apply math skills to establish charges and totals. HP-G
    • Identify procedures to restore corrosion protection; establish labor values, and material charges. HP-G
    • Recognize the cost effectiveness of the repair and determine the approximate vehicle retail, and repair value. HP-G
    • Recognize that differences exist in estimating platforms when using different information provider systems. HP-G
    • Verify accuracy of estimate compared to the actual repair and replacement operations. HP-G
    • Identify vehicle safety recalls using the vehicle identification number (VIN). HP- I
    • Review damage report and analyze damage to determine appropriate methods for overall repair; communicate with team members to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies. HP-G
  3. Vehicle Construction and Parts Identification
    • Identify type of vehicle construction (unibody, body-over-frame). HP-G
    • Recognize the different collision damage between unibody and body-over frame vehicles. HP-G
    • Identify impact energy absorbing components. HP-G
    • Identify different types and strengths of substrates (steel types, aluminum, magnesium, plastic, composites, etc.); determine repairability. HP- G
    • Identify vehicle glass components and repair/replacement procedures. HP-G
    • Identify add-on accessories. HP-G
    • Recognize different vehicle joining/attaching methods (e.g. welding, adhesives, rivets, etc.). HP-G
  4. Customer Relations and Sales Skills
    • Introduce yourself, acknowledge and greet customer/client/visitor; offer assistance. HP- G
    • Listen to customer/client; collect information and identify customers/client’s concerns, needs and expectations. HP-G
    • Establish cooperative attitude with customer/client. HP-G
    • Deal with dissatisfied customer/client; seek resolution. HP-G
    • Identify customer/client preferred communication method; follow up to keep customer/client informed about parts and the repair process. HP-G
    • Recognize basic claims handling procedures; explain to customer/client. HP-G
    • Project positive attitude and professional appearance. HP-G
    • Provide and review warranty information. HP-G
    • Provide and review technical and consumer protection information. HP-G
    • Estimate and explain duration of out-of-service time. HP-G
    • Demonstrate negotiation skills to obtain a mutual agreement. HP-G
    • Interpret and explain estimate to customer/client, including prior damage and recalls. HP-G