The automotive sector is undergoing rapid development driven by the shift towards electric and hybrid vehicles, which now represent the future of global transportation. It is expected that such vehicles will take a prominent place in the Palestinian market in the near future. This shift requires the preparation of specialized technical personnel equipped with the necessary skills to handle this type of vehicle, in line with technological advancements and high safety requirements. Working with electric and hybrid vehicles requires a high level of craftsmanship, due to the presence of high voltage that could cause serious injuries or even death if technicians are not sufficiently aware of the basics and procedures for safe handling.

This program focuses on one of the most critical areas of vehicle maintenance: the repair and treatment of modern vehicle bodies, with a focus on providing students with the practical knowledge and skills required to work in this vital field. It includes working with the structures of conventional, electric, and hybrid vehicles using the latest tools and techniques adopted in global repair workshops.

The program includes intensive training in an advanced applied learning environment in cooperation with a number of local workshops and companies, enabling students to learn in a realistic context that enhances their employment prospects. Partnership with the private sector is one of the key strengths of this program, allowing students to integrate early into the job market and acquire hands-on experience from real-world sources.

The program focuses on developing various skills including:
• Diagnosing and assessing structural damage
• Performing various types of welding
• Adjusting dimensions using modern measurement systems
• Repairing and finishing vehicle bodies
• Working with various materials (metal, plastic, glass)
• Dismantling and assembling interior systems and structural components
• Understanding intelligent safety systems in vehicles
• Preparing accurate technical reports for damage assessment and repair plans

The program concludes by qualifying students to work in various areas related to vehicle body repair and maintenance, including specialized repair workshops, car agencies, and certified service centres, based on an integrated foundation of knowledge and skills. Thanks to the integrative nature of the program, which combines theoretical and field training in real work environments, students gain direct experience that enhances their professional readiness and accelerates their entry into the job market upon graduation. It also allows them to start their own professional projects in the field of body repair.

• Prepare qualified technical personnel with theoretical and practical skills in body repair of conventional, electric, and hybrid vehicles.
• Enable students to diagnose structural and surface damage and estimate repair costs using modern tools and techniques in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Develop students' skills in performing high-quality repair operations such as welding, realignment, painting, and finishing.
• Strengthen students' abilities to work with body-related systems in electric vehicles and understand smart repair techniques (Smart Repair).
• Create an integrative training environment linking theoretical education with field practice in partnership with local workshops and companies.
• Promote quality and occupational safety concepts and adherence to international standards during work.
• Support entrepreneurship opportunities and enable graduates to establish mobile repair services or specialized workshops.
• Expand local and regional employment opportunities by equipping students with competencies aligned with modern labor market requirements.


Program Learning Outcomes:

Technical Skills:
- Apply occupational and environmental safety standards in workshops.
- Perform technical calculations necessary for repair tasks.
- Read and interpret technical drawings and diagrams.
- Use measurement and inspection tools accurately for damage evaluation.
- Execute cutting, welding, disassembly, and assembly operations according to technical instructions.
- Maintain body-related electrical systems.
- Conduct smart repair operations (PDR).
- Recondition surfaces and carry out professional painting and finishing tasks.
- Prepare detailed damage assessment and repair plan reports.
- Use diagnostic tools and interpret results.

Cognitive Skills:
- Analyze damage and determine the most suitable repair method.
- Make technical decisions based on professional and economic standards.
- Link theoretical knowledge to practical applications in real work environments.
- Plan and implement a complete repair project and evaluate its quality.

Professional and Ethical Values:
- Commit to safety when working with tools and systems.
- Demonstrate professionalism and transparency in dealing with clients and technicians.
- Respect the confidentiality of work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Uphold integrity in assessment reports and repair recommendations.
- Maintain readiness for continuous learning and professional development.

• Body Repair Technician: Working in licensed or certified workshops, performing advanced structural repairs using pulling tools, welding, and realignment per manufacturer standards.
• Refinish Technician: Preparing surfaces, applying multi-layer coatings, using computerized spray booths, and matching colors with digital tools.
• Smart Repair / PDR Technician: Performing fast, localized repairs on body deformations without painting, using advanced techniques like PDR, and repairing plastic and glass parts at low cost and time.
• Vehicle Electrician Specialized in Body-Related Systems: Inspecting and maintaining systems like sensors, lighting units, central locking, and windows—especially in modern and electric vehicles.
• Damage Estimator / Claims Advisor: Working with insurance companies or large workshops to estimate repair costs and determine repairability based on technical and economic reports.
• Workshop or Body and Paint Section Supervisor: Handling technical and supervisory roles in advanced repair centers or car agency service departments.
• Self-employment and Entrepreneurship: Starting a business in smart repair and body refinishing or providing mobile repair services, especially in underserved areas.
• International Employment: With its internationally aligned competencies and professional training, the program qualifies graduates to work in Gulf and European markets that face a shortage of skilled technicians.

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