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Surface Preparation Technician Course

What will I learn?

Learn how to prepare surfaces like a pro with our Surface Preparation Technician Course, designed for those working on vehicle bodies and paint jobs. Get proper knowledge on quality control, learn the best ways to clean and sand surfaces, and find out how to apply primer for a perfect finish. Understand what surface problems to look out for, apply body filler like a skilled technician, and keep good records of your work. Improve your skills with hands-on, quality lessons that will help you deliver top-class work every time. Sign up now and become an expert!

Apoia's Unique Offerings

Online courses with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and organise the chapters you wish to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet required

Develop your skills

Enhance your practical skills listed below

Get good at checking surfaces: Know how to spot and assess any problems properly.

Use the right cleaning methods: Use the correct cleaning products and methods to get surfaces ready.

Learn how to sand properly: Choose the right sandpaper and tools for effective and safe sanding.

Use the best primer application techniques: Make sure the primer covers the surface evenly using different methods.

Keep good records: Write detailed reports and take good photos of your work.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course aimed at personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but provides practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.