Applied Transportation Welding Instructor

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is seeking an experienced collision repair professional to join our Auto Body Repair program as a part-time faculty member to teachATT
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Applied Transportation Welding. This role will focus on teaching automotive aluminum construction, welding, andMIGbrazing techniques.

The successful candidate will bring real-world expertise and a passion for preparing students for in-demand careers in the automotive repair field. Instruction will take place in WCC’s state-of-the-art facilities, using industry-standard tools and procedures to provide students with hands‑on, applied learning experiences.

In this course, students will develop and apply basic welding and metal inert gas (MIG) brazing skills associated with crash‑damaged panel replacement in the collision repair industry. Areas of study include:

• Proper equipment selection and setup
• Panel fitment and preparation for welding
• MIGwelding of steel and aluminum in butt, lap, and plug weld configurations across various welding positions
• MIGbrazing techniques using various grades of steel

Emphasis will be placed on producing welds that meet Inter‑Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I‑CAR) standards preparing students to meet the expectations of modern collision repair shops andOEMcertification programs.

• Deliver engaging, hands‑on instruction in automotive aluminum construction, welding, andMIGbrazing techniques.
• Demonstrate proper use of tools, materials, and equipment while maintaining a safe learning environment.
• Provide students with real‑world applications and insights into current collision repair practices.
• Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback to support skill development and mastery.
• Collaborate with program faculty to align course content with evolving industry standards and workforce needs.

• Earned Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally‑accredited institution in Occupational Studies (auto body repair concentration) or related field required. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications B2‑B5 required. Minimum 1‑year full‑time work experience required. Associate degree in Occupational Studies (auto body repair concentration) or related field may be considered with minimum 2 years full time work experience and ASEcertifications as above
• Strong understanding of I‑CARstandards and best practices for panel replacement and structural repair.
• Effective communication and instructional skills, with a commitment to student success

• I‑CARcertification or equivalent industry‑recognized credentials.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring in a technical education or workforce setting.
• Familiarity with
  
  OEMrepair procedures and current collision industry technology.

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