{"id":186,"date":"2025-06-17T18:33:19","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T18:33:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/ev-switch-lab\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:41:42","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:41:42","slug":"ev-switch-lab","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/training-programs\/electrified-mobility\/ev-switch-lab\/","title":{"rendered":"EV SWITCH Lab"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EV SWITCH Lab<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Format:<\/strong> In-Person, Hands-On | <strong>Total Hours:<\/strong> 40<br><strong>Maximum Enrollment:<\/strong> 12 participants<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Schoolcraft College<br>Manufacturing &amp; Engineering Center (MEC)<br>13001 Merriman Road, Livonia, MI 48150<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Course Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This immersive, hands-on course gives participants direct experience working with the electrical systems of an electric vehicle. Using the SWITCH Lab platform, students will assemble, wire, program, and troubleshoot EV systems while practicing high-voltage safety protocols. This lab-based training is ideal for those entering or transitioning into electric vehicle maintenance and diagnostics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You\u2019ll Learn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify and explain key EV components and their functions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice OSHA\/ASE-compliant high-voltage safety procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interpret wiring diagrams and program EV control systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Troubleshoot issues using real-time data from the Battery Management System (BMS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assemble and configure the battery system and motor controller<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand different types of EV charging systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Course Modules Include<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Introduction &amp; Safety Procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EV Components &amp; Battery Build<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SWITCH Vehicle Build (Low &amp; High Voltage Wiring)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery Configuration, Programming &amp; Testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Final Troubleshooting, Test Driving &amp; Disassembly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrap-Up &amp; Relay Box Review<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Should Enroll<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Technicians from OEMs or automotive companies transitioning to EV work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employees undergoing upskilling in EV diagnostics and maintenance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technical professionals seeking hands-on EV system experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assessment &amp; Activities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Safety training and component lectures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electrical system wiring in lab<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery build, programming, and BMS analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real-time troubleshooting and test drives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Final evaluation and instructor feedback<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All SWITCH components, safety gear, and equipment are provided.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0801-copy-min-1024x676-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0801-copy-min-1024x676-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0801-copy-min-1024x676-1-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0801-copy-min-1024x676-1-768x507.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"649\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0373-copy-1024x649.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0373-copy-1024x649.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0373-copy-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0373-copy-768x486.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/20250318_MEC_Electric-Vehicle_Training_0373-copy.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hr-gold\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gerald Lickey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EV SWITCH Lab Instructor<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<div style=\"height:13px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>After many years in the automotive industry, Gerald brings real-world experience and technical expertise to our EV SWITCH Lab. He is also the lead automotive instructor at Plymouth Canton High School, where he guides students through hands-on automotive training. He also serves as the Career and Technical Education (CTE) department lead, helping to shape the school&#8217;s broader CTE efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His passion for advancing automotive education led him to introduce SWITCH vehicles into the classroom, giving students direct experience with electric vehicle technology. Under his leadership, the program has become the Midwest hub for SWITCH instructor training, supporting educators across the region in preparing the next generation of skilled technicians.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"616\" height=\"831\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/gerald.jpg\" alt=\"Gerald Lickey\" class=\"wp-image-210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/gerald.jpg 616w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/gerald-222x300.jpg 222w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image sc-bar\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2476\" height=\"196\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/sc-bar-1.jpg\" alt=\"Schoolcraft College - Blue &amp; Gold Horizontal Lines with logo\" class=\"wp-image-251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/sc-bar-1.jpg 2476w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/sc-bar-1-300x24.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/sc-bar-1-1024x81.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/sc-bar-1-768x61.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/sc-bar-1-1536x122.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2025\/06\/sc-bar-1-2048x162.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2476px) 100vw, 2476px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center callout-secondary\"><strong>For questions or enrollment support, contact:<\/strong><br><a href=\"mailto:workforcetraining@schoolcraft.edu\">workforcetraining@schoolcraft.edu<\/a><br>Schoolcraft College Workforce and Economic Development<br>18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/workforce\">schoolcraft.edu\/workforce<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>EV SWITCH Lab Format: In-Person, Hands-On | Total Hours: 40Maximum Enrollment: 12 participants Location: Schoolcraft CollegeManufacturing &amp; Engineering Center (MEC)13001 Merriman Road, Livonia, MI 48150 Course Overview This immersive, hands-on course gives participants direct experience working with the electrical systems of an electric vehicle. 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