Charging Station Training

Lesson 1 • How EV Charging Works

Covers the physics of transferring electrical energy to a vehicle battery. Establishes the technical baseline for all subsequent station operation topics.

Lesson 2 • Station Hardware Components

Identifies the physical parts of a charging station and their functions. Provides the vocabulary needed for installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting chapters.

Lesson 3 • Industry Roles and Stakeholders

Maps the ecosystem of manufacturers, operators, utilities, and drivers. Clarifies professional responsibilities relevant to station technicians and managers.

Lesson 1 • Reading Electrical Diagrams

Teaches interpretation of wiring schematics, single-line diagrams, and panel schedules. Enables technicians to trace circuits before performing any physical work.

Lesson 2 • Electrical Safety Practices

Establishes lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness, and PPE requirements for charging station work. Directly supports safe execution of all hands-on tasks in later chapters.

Lesson 3 • Metering and Power Quality

Covers revenue-grade metering, harmonic distortion, and power quality monitoring. Prepares students to verify billing accuracy and diagnose power issues.

Lesson 4 • Protective Devices and Circuits

Explains breakers, fuses, GFCIs, and surge protection as applied to EVSE installations. Connects protective device selection to station reliability and safety.

Lesson 1 • Site Survey Methodology

Defines the systematic process for evaluating a physical location for charging suitability. Connects site data collection to accurate equipment and infrastructure planning.

Lesson 2 • Permitting and Regulatory Compliance

Outlines the permit application process and applicable electrical and building codes. Ensures students can navigate approval workflows before construction begins.

Lesson 3 • Load Analysis and Capacity Planning

Teaches calculation of existing electrical loads and available capacity for new EVSE circuits. Prevents overloading and guides panel upgrade decisions.

Lesson 4 • Project Cost Estimation

Covers material takeoffs, labor estimates, and incentive program identification. Prepares students to produce realistic budgets for charging projects.

Lesson 1 • Commissioning and Acceptance Testing

Defines the startup sequence, functional tests, and documentation required before handover. Validates that the installation meets design specifications and safety standards.

Lesson 2 • EVSE Unit Mounting and Wiring

Covers pedestal and wall-mount installation, cable management, and final wiring connections. Ensures mechanical stability and code-compliant electrical terminations.

Lesson 3 • Network and Communication Setup

Configures cellular, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet connectivity for networked charging stations. Enables remote monitoring, billing, and management functions.

Lesson 4 • Conduit and Wiring Installation

Covers conduit bending, wire pulling, and termination techniques for EVSE circuits. Establishes the physical infrastructure that all station hardware depends on.

Lesson 1 • Network Management Platform Overview

Introduces the dashboard, reporting tools, and station inventory features of a charge management system. Provides the operational context for all configuration tasks.

Lesson 2 • Pricing and Billing Configuration

Teaches time-of-use pricing, flat-rate, and per-kWh billing model setup. Connects revenue strategy to network platform configuration.

Lesson 3 • Load Management and Smart Charging

Configures dynamic load balancing and scheduled charging to reduce peak demand. Links energy management settings to cost control and grid stability.

Lesson 4 • User Access and Authentication

Covers RFID card management, mobile app accounts, and guest access configuration. Ensures only authorized users can initiate and complete charging sessions.

Lesson 1 • Electrical System Maintenance

Teaches thermal imaging, connection retorquing, and breaker testing for EVSE circuits. Prevents electrical failures caused by loose connections and component aging.

Lesson 2 • Physical Inspection Procedures

Covers cable, connector, enclosure, and mounting hardware inspection techniques. Identifies wear patterns before they cause failures or safety hazards.

Lesson 3 • Firmware and Software Updates

Covers remote and on-site firmware update procedures and rollback strategies. Keeps station software current for security patches and feature improvements.

Lesson 4 • Cleaning and Environmental Care

Defines cleaning protocols for screens, connectors, and enclosures in various climates. Protects hardware from corrosion, contamination, and UV degradation.

Lesson 1 • Common Fault Codes and Alerts

Decodes EVSE error codes, network alerts, and pilot signal faults. Translates system messages into actionable repair or configuration steps.

Lesson 2 • Troubleshooting Methodology

Introduces a structured fault-isolation process using symptom analysis and elimination. Provides the diagnostic framework applied in all subsequent fault scenarios.

Lesson 3 • Electrical Fault Diagnosis

Applies multimeter, clamp meter, and insulation tester techniques to locate electrical faults. Connects test results to specific component failures and repair actions.

Lesson 4 • Component Replacement Procedures

Covers safe removal and replacement of cables, connectors, control boards, and displays. Ensures repairs restore full functionality without introducing new faults.

Lesson 1 • Solar and Renewable Integration

Covers PV system coupling with EVSE for solar-powered charging deployments. Addresses inverter selection, net metering, and energy yield optimization.

Lesson 2 • Energy Storage Integration

Teaches battery energy storage system integration with charging stations for peak shaving. Connects storage design to demand charge reduction and grid independence.

Lesson 3 • High-Power and Megawatt Charging

Covers 350 kW+ charging infrastructure for commercial vehicles and heavy transport. Addresses unique electrical, cooling, and safety requirements of high-power systems.

Lesson 4 • Vehicle-to-Grid and Bidirectional Charging

Explains V2G, V2H, and V2B architectures and their grid interaction requirements. Prepares students to evaluate and deploy bidirectional charging systems.