Course Offerings

This course will provide an in-depth study of the technology, maintenance, and repair of hybrid, plug-in, and all electric light duty passenger vehicles. Basic diagnostic, repair, and maintenance procedures of the unique systems associated with hybrid and electric vehicles will be discussed and practiced. Special tools and diagnostic equipment will be used during the laboratory exercises.

Course Objectives

Utilize service information (electrical diagrams, diagnostic charts, specifications) to perform diagnosis and repair on hybrid and electric vehicles

Apply electrical/electronic theory to the operation of the unique systems and components used in modern hybrid and all-electric vehicles

Demonstrate proficiency at charging plug-in and all-electric vehicles

Demonstrate proficiency using a digital multimeter and pass NC3 certification

Assess hybrid and electric vehicle performance by using the proper diagnostic tools and proper interpretation of test data

Utilize specialized diagnostic equipment to test and validate vehicle performance

Utilize specialized repair tools and equipment when performing laboratory repair tasks

Correctly perform all laboratory tasks assigned

Observe special safety procedures related to different vehicles

Locate relevant safety information

Research system operation using technical information to determine how to safely handle and disable various electrical systems

Use appropriate disconnect procedures to remove the charging cable from the vehicle and charging station

Use appropriate start-up procedures and how to engage the vehicle for operation

Use appropriate shutdown procedures based on available vehicle data and service information

Understand how to identify safe/unsafe charging stations/plugs

Outline of Instruction

Hybrid Electric Vehicles (Definition, compare series, parallel and series-parallel hybrid configurations, analyze basic operational differences between different types of electric hybrid vehicles, identify the accessory components found in hybrid electric vehicles)

Review of Electrical Theory (Basic principles of electricity, examine the effects of various circuit failures in both series and parallel circuits, examine how the principles of electromagnetism affect electric drive systems, describe the relationship between electricity and magnetism, explain how self and mutual inductance is used)

Unique Hybrid Electrical Circuits (Describe the basic operation of electric motors and generators, identify the major parts of a DC motor and a three-phase AC motor, explain the differences between a motor and a generator (AC and DC), analyze the operation of a controller in a motor/generator circuit, examine the communication and multiplex systems used in most hybrid electric vehicles, explain the function and operation of an inverter, describe the operation and function of the idle stop mode, examine the operation and function of regenerative braking, describe the basic operation and function of the air conditioning system found in most hybrid electric vehicles)

High-Voltage Battery Packs (Purpose, describe the construction and operation of various types of high-voltage batteries, explain how hybrid batteries are recharged, examine the operation and construction of the high-voltage battery cooling system, identify the precautions that must be adhered to when working with or around high-voltage systems, identify diagnostic method to test high-voltage batteries, identify methods to recondition various high-voltage batteries, identify and demonstrate procedures for removing and replacing high-voltage battery packs, identify and demonstrate diagnostic testing on the battery management system, identify and demonstrate procedures diagnostic testing on high-voltage system cooling system)

Hybrid Transaxles (Differences between a conventional transmission and those used in most hybrid and electric vehicles, examine the basic operation of the transaxle used in hybrid and electric vehicles)

Maintenance and Service (Unique methods of servicing hybrid and electric vehicles, identify the procedure for de-powering the high-voltage system, identify the preventative maintenance procedures unique to hybrid and electric vehicles, describe the special diagnostic tools that must be used on a hybrid or electric vehicle)

Location of and Safety Concerns for a Hybrid Vehicle

Hybrid Vehicle Drive Train Configurations (Series and parallel)

Hybrid Vehicle Electric Motor Control

Hybrid Vehicle ICE Controls

Hybrid Module Principles

Battery Electric Vehicle History

Location of and Safety Concerns for Traction Battery Vehicles

Battery Electric Vehicle High-Voltage Strings

Battery Electric Vehicle Charging

Battery Electric Vehicle Maintenance

Battery Electric Vehicle Traction Motors

Battery Electric Vehicle Controllers and Inverters

Lab: Identify Unique Hybrid and Electric Components and Systems and Explain Major Systems Functions

Lab: Safety Procedures (Identify and locate safety shut-off switches, perform general safety procedures and follow safety guidelines)

Lab: Routine Maintenance (Perform traditional services impacted by hybrid and electric vehicle design and perform various maintenance tasks required on hybrid and electric vehicles)

Lab: Battery Maintenance (Perform battery diagnostics, diagnose a hybrid battery, perform diagnostic testing on the battery management system, perform diagnostic testing on the high-voltage system's cooling system)

Lab: Troubleshooting (Demonstrate how to use special diagnostic tools, perform various diagnostic procedures, interpret and identify diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) associated with hybrid vehicles, perform diagnostic testing on a multiplex communication system)

Contact Hours

40

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

National Coalition of Certification Centers

Website

https://www.nc3.net/

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

NC3 Certification Center, is an entry-level NC3 membership, designed for high schools, colleges, and other education institutions looking to offer certifications on a small scale.

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

Successful completion of this course requires 90% attendance and satisfactory class participation (i.e. be able to demonstrate proficiency in all concepts taught). Students with irregular attendance, less than 90% attendance, or who are unable to demonstrate competency will receive a grade of NG (no grade)
Students must arrive on time on testing day. Students will not be allowed into the classroom after the test begins. No makeup testing dates will be offered
Lab exercises, when applicable, are due on the date assigned by the instructor. Late assignments may be accepted only at the instructor's discretion.

Learning Supplies Needed

Notebook
Pen
Safety glasses
Safety shoes
Gloves

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

Automotive Garage /Lab

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Students interested in becoming technicians in EV diagnostics maintenance and repair. This course is intended for experienced technicians with a basic knowledge of diagnostic procedures and equipment.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Automotive Body Repair, Restoration, and Collision.

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Interoperability Test Engineer, EV Charging ABB - Cary, NC Regular

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Course Contact Information

Bill Lurie

[email protected]