ASE B4

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ASE Certified
Structural Technician

Average Pay: $0k - $0k+/yr

• Officially recognized industry expert.
• Trusted by shop owners and managers.
• Commands top-tier flat rate & benefits.

ASE®, the ASE logo, and "ASE Certified" are registered trademarks of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. asecollisiontestprep.com is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ASE. The patch shown above is the official credential issued by ASE to technicians who pass the ASE B4 exam, shown here for educational reference. Official certification can only be earned by passing the ASE exam at a Prometric test center.

Pay figures are illustrative and vary by experience, certification, location, employer, and flat-rate production. Per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024; 49-3021 Automotive Body and Related Repairers), median pay was $51,680 per year, with the lowest 10 percent earning under $36,390 per year (about $17 per hour, typical of entry-level or uncertified workers) and the top 10 percent earning over $87,040 per year. Experienced, ASE-certified collision technicians working flat rate in busy shops are among the top earners, where $65,000 to $100,000 or more is attainable. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, bls.gov.

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• A. Frame Inspection and Repair 16 Qs • 32%

  1. Diagnose, repair, verify, and document repairs on underbody and upperbody structural damage using three-dimensional measuring systems (mechanical, electronic/computerized, laser), and dedicated or universal fixtures, in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  2. Check the vehicle with a tram gauge to determine further diagnostic procedures.
  3. Lift, anchor, and support vehicle for repair and realignment.
  4. Repair and align mash/collapse damage (change in length from body zero).
  5. Repair and align sag/kickup damage (change in height from datum).
  6. Repair and align sidesway/sway damage (change in width from centerline).
  7. Repair and align twist damage (vertical misalignment in the center section).
  8. Repair and align diamond damage.
  9. Diagnose, repair, or replace damaged frame, frame horns, side rails, cross members, frame brackets, supplemental restraint system (SRS) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) sensor mounting locations, and front, rear, or center sections in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  10. Replace protective coatings, restore corrosion protection to repaired or replaced frame areas and anchoring locations.
  11. Repair or replace stress-cracked frame members in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  12. Diagnose damaged mounting locations for steering, suspension, and powertrain components, which can cause vibration, steering, and wheel alignment problems, in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  13. Perform stress-relieving procedures in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  14. Determine the direction of impact and the extent of direct and indirect damage.
  15. Identify the frame type and composition; plan the methods and sequence of repair in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
• B. Unibody and Unitized Structure Inspection, Measurement, and Repair 18 Qs • 36%

  1. Diagnose, repair, verify, and document repairs on underbody and upperbody structural damage using three-dimensional measuring systems (mechanical, electronic/computerized, laser), and dedicated or universal fixtures, in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  2. Check the vehicle with a tram gauge to determine further diagnostic procedures.
  3. Lift, anchor, and support vehicle for repair and realignment.
  4. Repair and align mash/collapse damage (change in length from body zero).
  5. Repair and align sag/kickup damage (change in height from datum).
  6. Repair and align sidesway/sway damage (change in width from centerline).
  7. Repair and align twist damage (vertical misalignment in center section).
  8. Diagnose damaged mounting locations for steering, suspension, and powertrain components, which can cause vibration, steering, and wheel alignment problems, in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  9. Identify, diagnose, repair, or replace the supplemental restraint system (SRS) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) sensor component mounting locations (collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control, park assist, etc.).
  10. Determine the direction of impact and the extent of direct and indirect damage.
  11. Identify the structural composition; plan the methods and sequence of repair, in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  12. Repair, align, and/or replace center section components (cowl, bulkhead, roof, roof rails, pillars, floor, stationary glass openings, door openings, rocker panels, and crossmembers).
  13. Repair, align, and/or replace rear section components (quarter panels, rear compartment opening, package shelf, wheelhouse assemblies, rear body panel, rails, floor pans, crossmembers, and the mounting points of suspension and powertrain components).
  14. Repair, align, and/or replace front section components (aprons, strut towers, upper and lower rails, crossmembers, and the mounting points of steering, suspension, and powertrain components).
  15. Perform stress-relieving procedures in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  16. Replace protective coatings; restore corrosion protection to repaired or replaced unibody structural areas and anchoring locations.
  17. Restore noise, vibration, harshness (NVH) materials and structural foams in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
• C. Stationary Glass 4 Qs • 8%

  1. Identify, remove and/or replace front and rear modular/stationary glass, including heated, non-heated, and glass equipped with electronic accessories (cellular, satellite, collision avoidance, antenna, rain sensor, etc.) in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  2. Identify, remove and/or replace side and roof modular/stationary glass including glass equipped with electronic accessories in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  3. Determine correct pinch weld preparation, adhesive selection and application in accordance with vehicle manufacturer specific procedures/adhesive manufacturer directions for use.
• D. Welding, Cutting, and Joining 12 Qs • 24%

  1. Identify structural composition; determine the correct joining process in accordance with vehicle manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  2. Set up and adjust welding equipment for the material to be welded (steel, aluminum).
  3. Determine proper welding technique (push, pull, and gun angle) for the type of welds being made.
  4. Determine correct welding process in accordance with vehicle manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines (GMAW, MIG/MAG, MIG brazing, Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot); identify the electrode, wire type, diameter, and gas to be used in specific welding situations.
  5. Protect all vehicle systems and components from damage during welding and cutting operations.
  6. Prepare the metal to be joined; assure good joint fit-up.
  7. Identify the type of weld/bonded joint (butt, butt with backing, lap, etc.) for the repair being made.
  8. Determine the correct type of weld (continuous, stitch, skip, plug, spot, etc.) and preparation for each specific welding operation.
  9. Identify the causes of welding defects (burn through, cracks in metal, cratering, porosity, improper penetration, excessive spatter, distortion, and waviness of bead); make necessary adjustments.
  10. Identify the proper cutting process (abrasive, mechanical, plasma arc) for different materials and locations in accordance with manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  11. Remove damaged structural steel and aluminum components; replace in accordance with vehicle manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  12. Restore protective coatings; restore corrosion protection before or after welding operation.
  13. Remove and install welding/weld-bonded panels according to manufacturer specific procedures/industry guidelines.
  14. Perform test weld; visually evaluate and destructive test each weld type (continuous, skip, STRSW, plug, etc.).
  15. Identify structural composition; determine correct riveting process (rivet joining, rivet bonding, etc.), size and type of rivet, and adhesive to be used in specific joining situations in accordance with vehicle manufacturer specific procedures/adhesive manufacturer directions for use.
  16. Set up, adjust, and test rivet equipment for the material to be joined.