Auto Painter

Course Information for Auto Painter

Course Title: Professional Auto Painter

Duration: 3 Months (12 Weeks)

Course Type:

• Classroom Theory: 20%
• Practical Workshop: 25%
• On-the-Job Training (OJT): 55%

Course Fee: ৳25,000/=

Total Training Hours: 360 Hours

• Classroom Theory: 60 Hours
• Practical Workshop: 80 Hours
• On-the-Job Training (OJT): 160 Hours
• Driving Skills (T+P+O): 20 Hours
• Computer and Digital Skills (T+P+O): 20 Hours
• English Communication Skills (T+P): 20 Hours

Training Level: Beginner to Professional Auto Painter

Target Group:

• School Leavers
• Job Seekers
• Apprentice Painters
• Entry-Level Auto Painter
• Workshop Technicians
• Fleet Maintenance Personnel
• Automotive Enthusiasts
• Career Changers
• Entrepreneurs
• Overseas Employment Candidates

Entry Requirement:

• Minimum Class VIII/SSC (Preferred) & Above
• Physically fit for workshop activities

Job Opportunity (Home & Abroad):

• Government Organization
• Semi-Government Organization
• NGO
• Autonomous Organization
• Private Organization
• Corporate Organization
• Authorized automobile dealerships
• Independent automotive workshops
• Fleet maintenance companies
• Transport and logistics organizations
• Manufacturing industries
• Automotive training institutes
• Automobile spare parts and service companies
• Self-employment/ Entrepreneurship

Course Objectives of Auto Painter

Upon completing this course, trainees will be able to:

• Understand automotive paint technology, refinishing systems, and surface preparation.
• Prepare vehicle panels for refinishing using industry-standard methods.
• Mix, match, and apply automotive paints accurately using conventional and modern paint systems.
• Perform masking, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, polishing, and finishing operations.
• Repair paint defects and achieve manufacturer-quality finishes.
• Safely drive customer vehicles for inspection, movement, and final quality checks.
• Use computers for paint estimation, color formula retrieval, inventory management, and digital documentation.
• Communicate professionally in English with customers, suppliers, and international employers.
• Follow occupational health, safety, environmental, and quality standards used in modern automotive refinish workshops.

Training Modules of Auto Painter

There are several training modules. Such as-

• Orientation
• Workshop safety
• 18 Automobile Systems
• Basic Automotive Technology
• Surface Preparation
• Automotive Paint Technology
• Color Matching & Paint Mixing
• Spray Painting Techniques
• Paint Defect Diagnosis & Rectification
• Detailing & Polishing
• Quality Inspection & Estimation
• Environmental Protection & Waste Management
• Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Technology
• Driving Skills
• Computer and Digital Skills
• English Communication Skills
• Workshop Management & Entrepreneurship

Training Module Content Details

Sl#	Content	Type	Duration	Docs	Video	PDF
1	Orientation	Theory	0.5
2	Course Overview	Theory	0.5
3	History of Automobiles	Theory	2
4	Worldwide Automobile Makers	Theory	2.5
5	Workshop Safety	Theory	0.5
6	Workshop Safety	Practical	2
7	Perform First Aid Practice	Theory	1
8	Perform First Aid Practice	Practical	2
9	18 Automobile Systems	Theory	2
10	18 Automobile Systems	Practical	3
11	18 Automobile Systems	OJT	6
12	Basic Automotive Technology	Theory	2
13	Basic Automotive Technology	Practical	3
14	Basic Automotive Technology	OJT	6
15	Surface Preparation	Theory	2
16	Surface Preparation	Practical	4
17	Surface Preparation	OJT	7
18	Automotive Paint Technology	Theory	2
19	Automotive Paint Technology	Practical	4
20	Automotive Paint Technology	OJT	6
21	Color Matching & Paint Mixing	Theory	2
22	Color Matching & Paint Mixing	Practical	8
23	Color Matching & Paint Mixing	OJT	20
24	Spray Painting Techniques	Theory	6
25	Spray Painting Techniques	Practical	20
26	Spray Painting Techniques	OJT	35
27	Paint Defect Diagnosis & Rectification	Theory	7
28	Paint Defect Diagnosis & Rectification	Practical	15
29	Paint Defect Diagnosis & Rectification	OJT	35
30	Detailing & Polishing	Theory	2
31	Detailing & Polishing	Practical	5
32	Detailing & Polishing	OJT	8
33	Quality Inspection & Estimation	Theory	2
34	Quality Inspection & Estimation	Practical	5
35	Quality Inspection & Estimation	OJT	8
36	Environmental Protection & Waste Management		3
37	Environmental Protection & Waste Management		4
38	Environmental Protection & Waste Management		8
39	Hybrid and EV Technology	Theory	2
40	Hybrid and EV Technology	Practical	3
41	Hybrid and EV Technology	OJT	6
42	What is the meaning of GLI, XLI?	Theory	0.5
43	Defensive driving principles	Theory	1
44	Defensive driving principles	Practical	10
45	10 Principles of Safe Driving	Theory	1
46	10 Principles of Safe Driving	Practical	1
47	Tools list during driving	Theory	0.5
48	Familiar with maintenance items	Theory	1
49	Various Warning Lights in Dashboard	Theory	1
50	Various Warning Light in Dashboard	Practical	2
51	Familiar with road traffic signage	Theory	1
52	Factors affected fuel economy	Theory	0.5
53	Cause of vehicles catching fire	Theory	0.5
54	Be aware about distracted driving	Theory	0.5
55	Computer fundamentals	Theory	1
56	Microsoft Word	Theory	3
57	Microsoft Excel	Theory	3
58	PowerPoint	Theory	3
59	Email communication	Theory	1
60	Cloud storage	Theory	0.5
61	Internet research	Theory	0.5
62	Cybersecurity basics	Theory	0.5
63	Workshop management software	Theory	1
64	Digital customer records	Theory	0.5
65	Preparing job cards	Practical	1
66	Creating quotations	Practical	1
67	Writing service reports	Practical	1
68	Maintaining inventory	Practical	1
69	Online spare parts search	Practical	1
70	Accessing manufacturer service manuals	Practical	0.5
71	Using digital inspection checklists	Practical	0.5
	Speaking
72	Greetings	Theory	0.5
73	Customer reception	Theory	0.5
74	Telephone communication	Theory	0.5
75	Appointment scheduling	Theory	1
76	Explaining repairs	Theory	1
77	Giving estimates	Theory	1
78	Handling complaints	Theory	1
79	1000 Automotive English Vocabulary	Theory	1
80	2000 Business Communication Words	Theory	1.5
81	1000 Automotive Abbreviations	Theory	1
82	500 professional meeting conversation words	Theory	1
83	300 Common English Phrases, Replies and Expression	Theory	1
84	500 Daily Spoken English Questions & Answers	Theory	1
	Reading
85	Repair manuals	Theory	0.5
86	Wiring diagrams	Theory	0.5
87	Collision Damage Manual	Theory	0.5
88	Parts catalogues	Theory	0.5
89	Owner’s Manual	Theory	0.5
	Writing
90	Service reports	Theory	0.5
91	Emails	Theory	1
92	Quotations	Theory	1
93	Job cards	Theory	1
94	Inspection reports	Theory	0.5
	Listening
95	Customer conversations	Theory	0.5
96	Technical videos	Theory	0.5
97	International workshop communication	Theory	0.5
	Workshop Management & Entrepreneurship
98	Opening an automobile workshop	Theory	1
99	Customer management	Theory	1.5
100	Inventory control	Theory	0.5
101	Spare parts management	Theory	2
102	Pricing strategy	Theory	1
103	Marketing	Theory	1
104	Social media promotion	Theory	2
105	Financial management	Theory	0.5
106	Tax basics	Theory	0.5
107	Business ethics	Theory	0.5
108	Service Menu	Theory	5
109	Periodic Maintenance Check Sheet	Theory	2
110	Diagnosis Check Sheet	Theory	2
111	Quality Control Check Sheet	Theory	2
112	10 Principles of Auto Technician	Theory	3
113	Job Description of Auto Painter	Theory	3
114	5S Methodology	Theory	5.5
115	KAIZEN	Theory	3
116	Office Manner	Theory	1.5
Total			360

Assessment Scheme

• Theory Examination: 25%
• Practical Skills Test: 35%
• Attendance:5%
• Continuous Assessment: 5%
• Workshop Performance: 10%
• OJT Evaluation: 10%
• Driving Skills Assessment: 5%
• Computer Skills Assessment: 2.5%
• English Communication Assessment:2.5%
• Total: 100%

Note: A minimum overall score of 70% is recommended for certification.

Soft Skills Development

Throughout the course, trainees should develop:

• Communication and presentation skills
• Professional ethics
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Customer service excellence
• Quality assurance
• Workplace discipline
• Continuous learning mindset
• Adaptability to new automotive technologies
• Analytical troubleshooting

Required Training Resources

I. Workshop Resources

• Downdraft or cross-draft spray booth
• Air compressor and air dryer
• HVLP/LVLP spray guns
• Paint mixing system and electronic scales
• Paint shaker
• Infrared drying lamp
• Orbital and DA sanders
• Sanding blocks
• Polishing machines
• Buffing pads
• Paint thickness gauge
• Spectrophotometer (preferred)
• Digital colour matching software
• Masking tools and materials
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Respirators
• Paint management software
• Training vehicles and practice panels

II. Computer Resources

• Desktop/laptop computers Slide hammers
• Dealer Management System (DMS)
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software
• Microsoft Office
• Internet access
• Printers and scanners

      III. Training Facilities

• Multimedia classroom
• Printers and scanners
• Projector and smart board
• Meeting room for role-play
• Library of workshop manuals
• Simulation lab for workflow planning

Graduate Competencies

Graduates who complete this curriculum will be able to:

• Inspect vehicle paint damage and develop professional refinishing plans.
• Prepare vehicle surfaces through cleaning, sanding, filling, masking, and priming to manufacturer standards.
• Mix, match, and apply automotive paints accurately using modern refinishing equipment and digital color management systems.
• Diagnose and correct paint defects, achieving high-quality finishes with polishing and detailing techniques.
• Operate spray booths, paint mixing systems, compressors, and spray guns safely and efficiently.
• Drive and position customer vehicles safely for inspection, painting, quality control, and delivery.
• Use computer applications to prepare estimates, maintain digital job records, retrieve paint formulas, manage inventory, and generate reports.
• Communicate confidently in English with customers, suppliers, insurers, and international employers using professional automotive refinishing terminology.
• Apply international standards for occupational safety, environmental protection, quality assurance, and customer service.
• Work successfully in dealership paint centers, collision repair facilities, fleet maintenance workshops, or establish and manage an independent automotive refinishing business.