FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES:

• Wear a face covering at all times.
• Wash your hands frequently for 20 seconds.
• Use hand sanitizer regularly.
• Practice social distancing by remaining 6 feet apart.
• Pay attention to entrance-and exit-only doors.
• Follow directional signs.
• Follow any safety directions posted.

TSTC Grading Policy

(Grades for courses must be C or better)

Competencies Rating Scale

Campus Standard Policies

The Student Handbook contains valuable information on campus policies and procedures.

• Student Code of Conduct
• Student Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy
• Plagiarism
• Student Grievances and Complaints

Disability Services

Any student who, because of a disability, may require special accommodations in order to meet the course requirements, should contact the Disability Services office, as soon possible, to make necessary arrangements.  Please note that instructors are not allowed to provide classroom accommodation to a student until appropriate verification from the Disability Services office has been provided.

Tutoring Statement

The Supplemental Instruction & Tutoring Program at TSTC offers free tutoring and academic support services to help you achieve your academic and career goals. You can access the Tutoring Schedule, as well as MyTSTC Video Tutor Library, by visiting: https://portal.tstc.edu/student/Student_Learning/Pages/Tutoring.aspx (shortened link: goo.gl/Z9vJvY ).

For more information, please contact Norma A. Salazar@ 956-364-4557.

Learning Resource Center

The Learning Resource Center provides online and in person library resources and services.  Go to tstc.libguides.com to find help with your assignments, projects, and papers.  Clicking the Student tab will allow you to find resources, homework help, tutorials, and real time chat to answer your questions.

• Course introduction and overview, with an emphasis on Program Policies, and Lab Safety Issues.
  
  

• Explain and Demonstrate different methods of Plastics Identification.

• Explain and demonstrate the level of identification for a particular repair product or procedure.

• Explain and demonstrate various types of Plastic welding Equipment, and the different types of welds that may be performed on different types of automotive plastics.

• Identify and explain the factors involved in determining whether to repair or replace a plastic part.

• Explain and demonstrate the proper procedures required to make repairs on Non-Fiber Reinforced plastic parts.

• Explain and demonstrate the process for fabricating Fiberglass repair parts, Explain and demonstrate the proper repair procedures for repairing fiberglass parts.

• Continue Repair Objectives
  In Lab. Begin SMC Lay-Up (Before Spring Break)

• Explain and demonstrate the proper procedures for effectively making one sided repairs on Sheet Molded Compound Panels.
• Explain and demonstrate the proper procedures for effectively making two sided repairs on Sheet Molded Compound Panels.
• Re-Emphasis key points on all phases of plastics repair, to include Identification, Cleaning, Prepping, and proper repair procedures and repair materials selection.

• Explain and demonstrate the proper for replacing Sheet Molded Compound Panels as well as sectioning rules and procedures available for partial panel replacemt or repair.
• Review all previous course notes and handouts, in preparation for end of course Final Exam.

• Administer end of course Final Exam (Online)

• Brief all assigned students on Lab clean-up procedures and policies, with an emphasis on safety.

Auto Collision and Management Participation Policy:

A student is expected to attend and participate during the scheduled period of instruction (lecture and lab). This begins with the first scheduled class day of the term and continues to the last scheduled class day of the term. The student who chooses to consistently participate in class discussions and activities sets themselves to be highly successful. The class and lab activities are designed to develop skills necessary to thrive in the collision repair industry. Skills can only be developed by discovery, observed demonstration, time to try and time to increase neurological and muscle growth. Each student has purchased and set aside time to develop knowledge and skills to be successful in this industry. Make every effort to get everything possible from this time.

If a student happens to complete assigned objectives ahead of schedule the instructor and the lead instructor/department chair will discuss and plan activities to continue the growth of these skills. Take advantage of every opportunity to grow as a technician.  The Auto Collision Department is dedicated to developing highly trained entry level technicians with the skills and knowledge to advance at a rapid pace.

But, life happens. In these situations handle it properly. Students should call in and leave word with the instructor or someone in the office. If possible let the instructor know beforehand, so he can work with you and be better prepared to help keep you caught up. Schedule appointments outside of class time when possible. Provide documentation of the events when possible so that accurate records are kept and integrity is never questioned. Make sure to take responsibility of any make up work and adjust lab work to meet project deadlines. Always be honest and straight forward. When life happens, work through it.

Safety Procedures
Students are required to participate in a safety lecture prior to performing in the laboratory portion of the course. A written test will be given to each participating student covering the presented safety materials. Students must complete the safety test with 100% accuracy prior to receiving lab assignments.

Cell phones may be brought into the classroom or lab as they are a part of our society.  It is common courtesy to put devices such as cell phones and laptops away during presentations and discussions as alerts and notifications from devices can distract you and others. So, the rule is to turn off cell phones during class time and put them away. Do not use a lap top in class unless you use it to take notes. If there is a need to use a device in the classroom, communicate this to your instructor so a discussion can occur and an understanding reached.

Phones and earphones may be used in the lab for music only.  Phones must be off during demonstrations or class discussions. 

Anyone failing to adhere to this policy will be dismissed from class and issued a non-participation grade (absence) for that period of instruction.

TSTC school calendar identifies the end of the semester. Student break begins the day after.