Bootcamps / Collision Repair & Refinish

Collision Tech Bootcamps

Develop skills to perform 70% of all body and paint tasks through repetition.

  • 4 Days | 30 Hours
  • 80% Hands-On Repetitions
  • 30% Production Increase (AVG)

Matrix Trade Institute's Collision Repair and Refinish Technician Efficiency Bootcamps deliver fast, hands-on training to boost productivity and reduce comebacks. In just 4 days, technicians sharpen core skills in Paint Prep/Color Match, Welding, Glue Pull/Dent Repair, and Disassembly Accuracy & Efficiency - transforming efficiency and driving real results for both techs and shops.

  • The importance of estimate accuracy
  • Proper customer service and understanding
  • Customer Pay vs. Insurance/DRP estimates: Securing the job
  • Proper documentation and photos
  • Estimate writing in CCC ONE
  • Estimate review checklist and resources
  • Repair plans & disassembly procedures
  • New/Used/Aftermarkets parts in an estimates
  • Repetitions and roleplaying
  • AKA: Blueprinting/Repair Planning/Strategic Disassembly etc.
  • The impact of accuracy on the business
  • Accurate mapping (marking of all vehicle damage)
  • Complete disassembly of all vehicle damage
  • Parts labeling and organization
  • Parts cart loading process
  • Estimate review
  • Accurate communications with estimator
  • Metal Manipulation Theory, Causes, Effects
  • Glue Pull vs Small Dent Repair
  • Corrosion Protection
  • Weld On Repair Theory/Tools/Surface Prep/Technique
  • Glue Pull Repair Theory/Tools/Surface Prep/Technique
  • Repetitions & Efficiency Training on Multiple Substrates
  • Efficient masking process
  • Thorough panel prep including cleaning and sanding
  • Priming, guide coating and block sanding
  • Finish sanding clear coat (wet / dry methods)
  • Machine compounding, finish polishing and final detailing
  • Color theory and understanding the color wheel
  • Train skill in accurately discerning color differences
  • Repeatable step by step color creation process
  • Tri-Coats, Metallics and Pearls
  • Successful color blending
  • Weld types and required welder types
  • Cutting and prepping panels
  • Bronze MIG welding
  • Steel MIG welding and sleeving
  • Aluminum MIG welding

Assessments allow you to make data driven training investments & create buy-in for your team.

Collision Tech Assessment Estimator Assessment
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