EV Auto Repair Basics: Introduction to Electric Vehicle Service

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EV Auto Repair Basics: Introduction to Electric Vehicle Service

EV Auto Repair Basics: Introduction to Electric Vehicle Service 12 Sections42 Lessons12 Quizzes8 Weeks

Curriculum

12 Sections
42 Lessons
8 Weeks

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Module 1: The EV Technician Career Path
5 Items
What EV technicians do, where they work, and the credential roadmap.
Module 2: Electrical Fundamentals
5 Items
Voltage, current, resistance, circuits and using a digital multimeter safely.
Module 3: Electrified Vehicle Types & Architecture
5 Items
HEV, PHEV, BEV and FCEV, and the major high-voltage components.
Module 4: High-Voltage Safety I: Hazards & PPE
5 Items
Shock and arc-flash hazards, safety standards and personal protective equipment.
Module 5: High-Voltage Safety II: De-energizing & Verifying
5 Items
How technicians make a vehicle electrically safe, and damaged-vehicle precautions.
Module 6: High-Voltage Batteries & Battery Management
5 Items
Cells, modules and packs; chemistries; the BMS; thermal management and thermal runaway.
Module 7: Motors, Inverters & Regenerative Braking
4 Items
How electric drive units turn stored energy into motion and back again.
Module 8: Charging Systems
4 Items
Charging levels, connectors, the onboard charger and charging problems.
Module 9: EV Maintenance & Basic Diagnostics
5 Items
What changes in the service bay, lifting and towing, and the diagnostic process.
Module 10: Certification & Training, Step by Step
5 Items
ASE tests and experience rules, xEV safety certifications and manufacturer programs.
Module 11: Landing Your First EV Role
5 Items
Entry-level roles, where to apply, tools and how to stand out.
Final Assessment
1 Item
Comprehensive exam covering all modules. Pass to complete the course.
- 12.1
  Final Exam: EV Auto Repair Basics
  40 Minutes20 Questions

What an EV Technician Does

An EV technician inspects, maintains, diagnoses and repairs battery-electric (BEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and hybrid (HEV) vehicles. Much of the work is the same as on any car: tires, brakes, suspension, steering, HVAC, 12-volt electrical, and software updates. The difference is the high-voltage (HV) system: the battery pack, drive motor, inverter and charging hardware, which operate at hundreds of volts.

Typical tasks

Routine service: tire rotations, brake inspections, cabin filters, coolant and 12-volt battery checks.
Diagnosis with scan tools, wiring diagrams and a digital multimeter.
Following manufacturer procedures to de-energize the HV system before certain repairs.
Software updates and module programming.
Explaining charging, range and maintenance to customers.

Where EV technicians work

New-car dealerships, EV-brand service centers, independent and specialty EV shops, fleet maintenance (delivery vans, transit, utilities), collision repair, and charging-network field service.

What makes a strong EV technician

A safety-first mindset, solid electrical understanding, patience with diagnosis, and comfort with computers. Shops value technicians who follow procedures exactly, every time.

Your Step-by-Step Roadmap

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