Apprentice+ Prospectus UK

PATHWAY 3

PATHWAY 4

Paint: Achieving the Flawless Finish This focuses on what is often referred to as the ‘art’ required for today’s modern coatings. In this pathway attendees will explore how the repair process has evolved through history and the ever-increasing complexity of vehicle repairs and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) colours. The practical session will cover specialist colours process, before providing attendees with the chance to show off their creativeness on a panel that they can then take away as a keepsake.

MET: Deconstruct to Reconstruct This pathway investigates the mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) basics and best practices for stripping and rebuilding vehicle parts.

After all, a vehicle stripped correctly will fit back together correctly.

Meet the sponsor: Attendees will meet representatives from Laser and receive gifted equipment to support them along the pathway Hands-on method training session 1: Working on a door, attendees will remove; drop glass, window regulator, locks mechanisms, door membrane and all door fittings

Hands-on method training session 2: Working on a different door, attendees will refit; drop glass, window regulator, lock mechanisms, membrane, and all door fittings.

• Meet the sponsor: Attendees will meet representatives from Devilbiss and receive gifted equipment to support them along the pathway • Classroom training session: Attendees will learn about the history of paint and how it has evolved to the current colour trends and styles, looking at colour perception, fashion influences and OEM trends

• Hands-on training session: Attendees will take part in a guided task to follow the correct process to colour match a three-stage pearl panel • The ‘art’ part: Attendees will be encouraged to get creative and follow a design on a panel using precise mini spray gun control and masking techniques whilst understanding colour complements, before looking at clear coating methods.

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