EV Propulsion System and Components
Format: 100% Online in Blackboard | Total Hours: 10 hours
Course Overview
Dive into the critical systems that power electric vehicles in this comprehensive, 10-hour online course. EV Propulsion System and Components provides a deep understanding of motors, inverters, converters, onboard chargers, and the role of bidirectional power flow in modern EVs. Developed in partnership with the University of Michigan Electric Vehicle Center, this online course builds foundational knowledge in EV powertrain technologies and diagnostics, featuring lab-based videos that demonstrate key testing procedures step by step.
What You’ll Learn
- Identify key parts of an EV powertrain and explain how they work together.
- Compare types of electric motors and describe how they create torque.
- Demonstrate safe use of tools and procedures to test motors and inverters.
- Explain how inverters control motors using power electronics.
- Analyze how inverters and converters stay cool and protect against damage.
- Describe how EVs charge and connect to the power grid safely.
Course Modules Include
- Introduction
- Motors
- Inverters
- DC-DC Converters
Who Should Enroll
- Automotive and mobility technicians or engineers
- Professionals working in EV and electrified mobility sectors
- Thermal system designers
- Workforce training participants focused on advanced electrical applications in transportation


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