DIPLOMA IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY

Course Specification

Qualification Type

UK Level

Accreditation Status

Credit Equivalency

Qualification Number

Total Learning Hours

Guided Learning Hours

Availability

ELECTRIC VEHICLE ENGINEERING BASED ON CREDIT SYSTEM

3 Accredited

60 Credits

801/5534/0

600 Hours

240 Hours

UK and International

Overview

This Qualification covers the history, fundamental concepts, and basic applications of electric vehicles (EVs), including Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs). It highlights the advantages of electric motors over internal combustion engines and discusses the design factors for EVs. The course introduces key electrical concepts, such as current, voltage, resistance, and Ohm’s law, along with temperature-resistance relationships and power consumption calculations. It also covers electronic components like Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors, Diodes, Transistors, Semiconductors, and Integrated Circuits (ICs). The module concludes with a focus on motor principles, including the construction, characteristics, and control of DC and AC motors, as well as braking systems and DC generators. Overall, students gain a concise yet comprehensive understanding of EVs and related electrical concepts.

Learning Outcomes
Entry Requirements
Employability

Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of electric vehicle components and systems.

Understand the principles of electric propulsion and energy storage.

Apply principles of electric vehicle design and integration.

Demonstrate proficiency in integrating electric vehicle components for optimal performance.

Understand and design electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Evaluate different charging technologies and their implications.

Adhere to safety protocols related to electric vehicle technologies.

Understand ethical considerations in the design, production, and use of electric vehicles.

Engage themselves in life-long learning by recognizing the need and technological changes.

Learners who possess qualifications at Level 2 and/or;

Learners who have work experience in a business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;

Learners who possess a level 3 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in business management.

Enhancing Your Employability Skills:

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Gain insights into sustainability, technical and cultural considerations, and the complexities of urban expansion challenges.
Develop an extensive portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design practice and academic study skills, providing employers with a holistic view of your capabilities.
Acquire transferable skills, including effective communication, problem-solving, negotiation, and planning. The unique nature of the course fosters the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

PLACEMENTS:

As part of our commitment to cultivating essential skills, we have enhanced the two-week, assessed work placement scheme at Level Five. This placement is integrated into the PRAXIS (Management Practice and Law) module and occurs towards the end of the academic year.
In recent years, our placement program has seen participation from various practices, offering diversity in scale, philosophy, sectors, and locations, including national and internationally-renowned firms.
Many students have successfully secured paid summer work in practices as a result of their participation in the placement program.

International

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Our international student community is truly diverse, hailing from various corners of the globe. The university’s stellar international reputation, professional accreditation, and remarkable graduate success rate make it a preferred choice for students from a wide array of countries.