Automotive Technology: CARS Electric Vehicle Certificate (AUTO-CC-EVT)

_Disclaimer  

This new program is pending final approval by the CSCU Board of Regents.

The Electric Vehicle Technician Certificate focuses in the operation, maintenance, diagnoses, and repair of electrical vehicle systems. The rapid growth in Electric Vehicles (EVs) has created the need for skilled EV maintenance and repair technicians. The certificate is designed for students who have successfully completed (or are working toward), the CT State CARS automotive or certificate degree. Upon completion of the CARS and EV programs, graduates will be prepared for entry-level automotive service technician positions and additionally will be familiar with the unique safety, operation, and general service procedures of electric vehicles. 

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge of all Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Foundational Electric Vehicle xEV* Safety Tasks per master accreditation standards. * xEV - Any electrified propulsion vehicle with a high-voltage system, including, but not limited to, HEV, PHEV, PEV, BEV, FCEV, and EV (SAE J1715-1 SEP 2022). 

2. Demonstrate understanding of the different principles, designs and classifications of electric vehicles. 

3. Research and discuss the environmental and economic impact of electric vehicles. 

4. Research and discuss current market trends and outlook for electrified vehicles. 

5. Locate procedures to safely de-energize/disable and energize/enable high-voltage systems. 

6. Demonstrate understanding of basic EV charging infrastructure and types of charging stations. 

7. Identify potential safety and materials handling concerns associated with high-voltage battery/energy storage systems. 

8. Demonstrate understanding of EV components and their functions, including batteries. 

9. Demonstrate knowledge of special multimeters, insulated tools, and other test equipment required for use in high-voltage circuits. 

10. Demonstrate knowledge of the use of a live-dead-live/zero potential test to verify isolation of the high-voltage battery/energy storage system. 

11. Demonstrate knowledge of the testing and verification of ground circuit isolation between vehicle chassis ground and the high-voltage circuits and components. 

12. Demonstrate knowledge of safe handling procedures associated with high-voltage A/C compressors and wiring. 

13. Demonstrate knowledge of high-voltage thermal management systems. 

14. Demonstrate knowledge of safe handling procedures associated with high-voltage powertrain components, such as electric motors.