EV training
Master the full spectrum of electric vehicle technology — from battery chemistry and high-voltage safety to fleet electrification strategy. This course gives automotive professionals, fleet managers, and engineers the technical depth and practical tools to work confidently with modern EV systems. Get job-ready skills that apply on the shop floor, in the planning room, and everywhere in between.
What you will learn:
You will build a solid technical foundation in EV drivetrain architecture, battery management systems, and power electronics. You will learn how to safely work around high-voltage systems using industry-standard isolation and lockout procedures. The course covers charging infrastructure standards, smart charging protocols, and vehicle-to-grid integration. You will develop diagnostic skills to troubleshoot faults in battery packs, motors, and charging systems. Fleet electrification planning — including financial modelling, vehicle procurement, and infrastructure deployment — is covered in full. By the end, you will be equipped to evaluate, maintain, and plan EV systems across a wide range of professional roles.
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Course content
8 Chapters • 39 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsFoundations of Electric Vehicle Technology
Foundations of Electric Vehicle Technology
Lesson 1 • Comparing EVs to Combustion Vehicles
Contrasts efficiency, maintenance, and emissions profiles of EVs and internal combustion vehicles. Prepares learners to articulate EV advantages and limitations objectively.
Lesson 2 • Energy Storage Fundamentals
Introduces battery chemistry, capacity, and energy density concepts central to EV performance. Connects storage principles to real-world range and charging behaviour.
Lesson 3 • History and Evolution of EVs
Traces EV development from early prototypes to modern mass-market vehicles. Provides context for why current technology choices were made.
Lesson 4 • EV Drivetrain Architecture Overview
Explains the core components of an electric drivetrain and how they interact. Establishes the system-level mental model used throughout the course.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsElectric Motors and Power Electronics
Electric Motors and Power Electronics
Lesson 1 • Motor Performance Characteristics
Analyses torque-speed curves, efficiency maps, and thermal limits of EV motors. Links performance data to vehicle acceleration and range outcomes.
Lesson 2 • Motor Selection for EV Applications
Guides systematic comparison of motor types against application requirements. Builds decision-making skills applicable to design and procurement roles.
Lesson 3 • Inverter and Controller Fundamentals
Explains how inverters convert DC battery power to AC motor drive signals. Establishes the role of pulse-width modulation and gate drivers in motor control.
Lesson 4 • Regenerative Braking Systems
Describes how kinetic energy is recovered during deceleration and returned to the battery. Connects regenerative braking to overall vehicle efficiency strategy.
Lesson 5 • AC and DC Motor Principles
Covers electromagnetic fundamentals underlying AC and DC motor operation. Anchors later discussion of motor selection to physical principles.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsBattery Systems and Management
Battery Systems and Management
Lesson 1 • Thermal Management of Battery Packs
Covers air, liquid, and phase-change cooling strategies for maintaining optimal cell temperature. Links thermal control to safety, performance, and longevity.
Lesson 2 • Cell Types and Pack Architecture
Compares cylindrical, prismatic, and pouch cell formats and their pack integration trade-offs. Establishes vocabulary for all subsequent battery discussions.
Lesson 3 • Battery Management System Functions
Details how a BMS monitors voltage, current, temperature, and state of health. Explains how BMS decisions protect cells and optimise performance.
Lesson 4 • Battery Degradation and Lifetime
Analyses calendar aging, cycle aging, and the factors that accelerate capacity fade. Prepares learners to set usage policies that extend pack service life.
Lesson 5 • Cell Balancing Techniques
Explains passive and active balancing methods and their impact on pack longevity. Connects balancing strategy to usable capacity and cycle life.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsEV Charging Infrastructure and Standards
EV Charging Infrastructure and Standards
Lesson 1 • Charging Station Hardware and Installation
Covers EVSE hardware components, electrical requirements, and site preparation steps. Bridges technical knowledge to practical deployment planning.
Lesson 2 • Connector Types and Compatibility
Surveys global connector standards and their physical and electrical specifications. Enables learners to navigate compatibility issues in mixed-fleet environments.
Lesson 3 • Smart Charging and Load Management
Introduces demand response, scheduled charging, and dynamic load balancing strategies. Prepares learners to optimise charging costs and grid impact.
Lesson 4 • Charging Levels and Power Delivery
Defines Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast charging in terms of power, time, and use case. Provides the baseline for all infrastructure planning decisions.
Lesson 5 • Charging Communication Protocols
Explains how vehicles and chargers negotiate power delivery using standardised protocols. Connects protocol knowledge to troubleshooting and interoperability work.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsVehicle-to-Grid and Energy Management
Vehicle-to-Grid and Energy Management
Lesson 1 • Fleet Energy Management Strategies
Applies V2G and smart charging concepts to multi-vehicle fleet operations. Develops skills for minimising energy costs while maintaining vehicle availability.
Lesson 2 • Grid Services and Revenue Streams
Identifies ancillary services EVs can provide and the market mechanisms that compensate them. Connects technical capability to business case development.
Lesson 3 • Bidirectional Charging Fundamentals
Explains the hardware and software requirements for power to flow from vehicle to grid or building. Builds on charging protocol knowledge to introduce bidirectional use cases.
Lesson 4 • Building Energy Integration
Covers integration of EVs with solar, stationary storage, and building energy management systems. Enables learners to design holistic on-site energy solutions.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsEV Safety Systems and High-Voltage Protocols
EV Safety Systems and High-Voltage Protocols
Lesson 1 • Thermal Runaway Response and Prevention
Analyses thermal runaway propagation and the detection, suppression, and containment strategies used. Builds competency for both design review and incident response roles.
Lesson 2 • High-Voltage Hazard Awareness
Identifies electrical shock, arc flash, and chemical hazards specific to EV high-voltage systems. Establishes the risk foundation for all subsequent safety procedures.
Lesson 3 • HV Isolation and Lockout Procedures
Details the steps to safely de-energise and isolate EV high-voltage systems before service. Directly enables safe hands-on maintenance work covered in later chapters.
Lesson 4 • Insulation Monitoring and Fault Detection
Explains how insulation monitoring devices detect isolation faults in HV circuits. Connects fault detection to vehicle shutdown logic and technician response.
Lesson 5 • Active Safety and Crash Response
Covers automatic HV disconnect triggers, crash detection logic, and first-responder protocols. Prepares learners to support emergency response planning.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsEV Diagnostics and Maintenance
EV Diagnostics and Maintenance
Lesson 1 • Preventive Maintenance Schedules
Defines EV-specific maintenance tasks, intervals, and inspection criteria. Prepares learners to build and execute maintenance programmes that maximise uptime.
Lesson 2 • Fault Code Diagnosis Workflow
Presents a structured process for retrieving, prioritising, and resolving diagnostic trouble codes. Connects systematic thinking to faster, more accurate fault resolution.
Lesson 3 • Charging System Troubleshooting
Diagnoses faults in on-board chargers, EVSE units, and communication handshakes. Builds skills to resolve the most common customer-reported charging failures.
Lesson 4 • Diagnostic Tools and Data Access
Introduces OBD-II, OEM scan tools, and data logging equipment used in EV diagnostics. Establishes tool proficiency as the foundation for all diagnostic workflows.
Lesson 5 • Battery Pack Diagnostics
Covers cell voltage deviation analysis, capacity testing, and internal resistance measurement. Enables accurate assessment of pack health and replacement decisions.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsFleet Electrification Planning and Strategy
Fleet Electrification Planning and Strategy
Lesson 1 • Vehicle Selection and Procurement
Guides evaluation of EV models against operational requirements and total cost of ownership. Develops procurement skills including specification writing and vendor negotiation.
Lesson 2 • Charging Infrastructure Deployment Planning
Applies site assessment, load analysis, and phased rollout planning to infrastructure decisions. Connects infrastructure choices to fleet operational continuity.
Lesson 3 • Fleet Assessment and Baseline Analysis
Establishes methods for auditing current fleet composition, duty cycles, and energy consumption. Creates the data foundation required for all subsequent planning steps.
Lesson 4 • Financial Modelling and Business Case
Builds a quantitative business case incorporating capital costs, operating savings, and incentives. Equips learners to present electrification proposals to financial decision-makers.
Lesson 5 • Ongoing Performance Measurement
Defines KPIs, reporting cadences, and continuous improvement processes for electrified fleets. Closes the planning cycle by embedding accountability and optimisation.
Lesson 6 • Change Management and Driver Training
Addresses organisational readiness, stakeholder communication, and driver adoption strategies. Ensures technical plans succeed through effective human-side implementation.
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This course is for you:
Motor vehicle technician: ready to service EVs arriving at their workshop daily.
Fleet manager: facing pressure to electrify vehicles and reduce fuel costs.
Mechanical engineer: transitioning into EV powertrain or battery system design.
Energy consultant: expanding services to include EV infrastructure and grid integration.
Career changer: entering the EV industry from a related technical background.
Sustainability officer: needing technical credibility to drive electrification decisions internally.
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