Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Open House Set for July 26 at Randolph Community College’s Richard Petty Education Center

Randolph Community College’s Automotive Systems Technology and Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology programs will host an Open House from 5 - 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, at the Richard Petty Education Center on the Asheboro Campus.
           
The event will feature tours, demonstrations, and free refreshments. “We are inviting new students, potential students, and the public,” said Dan Moore, department head for Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology. RCC personnel will be on hand to help interested students complete enrollment applications.
          
The 20,000-square-foot Richard Petty Education Center, which opened in July 2009, features energy efficient operating systems, a computer lab, and new technology for both programs such as a downdraft paint booth and Nederman Exhaust Rails. Classrooms are equipped with electronic data projectors and Smart Boards. The building is decorated with an automotive theme and includes Richard Petty racing memorabilia.
           
RCC’s Automotive Systems Technology program prepares individuals for employment as automotive service technicians. Students can earn an associate in applied science degree, diploma, or certificate. Classes are offered day and evening.
           
The Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology program prepares graduates to be qualified technicians to perform quality repairs and proper refinishing techniques on automobile bodies and to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems. It also offers associate in applied science degree, diploma, and certificate options, with classes offered day and evening.
           
The Richard Petty Education Center is located at 704 Industrial Park Avenue. Take the McDowell Road exit off of Highway 220 Bypass and follow the signs.

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