WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Students in Texas State Technical College's Auto Collision and Management program put their technical craft and professional skills to the test Wednesday during the program's first Battle Royale competition.

Held at the Fentress Center-Auto Collision & Management Technology on TSTC's Waco campus, the morning contest challenged students across three skills stations each in automotive body repair and refinishing.

Participants also took part in mock interviews with staff from TSTC's Career Services department, offering students direct preparation for entering the workforce.