Electric Vehicle Technology

Certificate

Course Details

Course Code	LL_MEVEH_S
Level	6
Duration	1 semester
Credits	30
Method of Delivery	On-campus
Campus Locations	Donegal – Letterkenny
Mode of Delivery	Part Time
Work placement	Yes

How to Apply

How to Apply

Course Overview

This Certificate is designed to equip automotive technicians working in the automotive sector with knowledge and of Electric Vehicle Technologies and Functionality.

Modules such as Electric Vehicle Low Voltage and High Voltage Systems, and Internal Combustion Engine Diagnostics to allow technicians to better understand how to interface with ICT systems and the software that is becoming more prevalent in the automotive arena. Another module in Business affords the learner an appreciation of how to analyse business expenses and accurately determine how to make maintenance and repair of these new types of vehicle profitable.

The UK government has planned to phase out new petrol and diesel car sales by 2030 and the Irish government has set a target to have 936,000 of the cars registered in Ireland electrified by 2030. Ireland is however somewhat behind in offering much needed training to technicians working in this area, and damage to business’ will ensue if this remains unaddressed.

Recommended Study Hours per week

Attendance to Springtown campus is require for 1 evening per week for 15 weeks, between the hours of 17:15 and 21:15.

Examination and Assessment

Continuous assessment is used as a teaching method assessing learning as it is occurring, the focus being on constructive learning where feedback is motivational and directed at improvement. Summative assessment is used to assess learning against expected outcomes, typically on module completion.
A range of assessment methods may be used, including:
• Individual Assignments
• Group Assignments
• Lab workbooks
• Online class/lab tests
• Presentations/demonstrations
Practical laboratories and exam based test are conducted e.g. in module Vehicle Control Systems and Diagnostics, the exam will consist of diagnosing simulated faults and coding a component or module.

On-Campus Attendance Requirement

On campus attendance in NWRC Motor Vehicle Workshop, Springtown is required.

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Entry Requirements

The course will be available to applicants who meet the following criteria:

Current level 3 in motor vehicle and industry experience

Work Placement

The work placement modules are an integral part of the course. The aim of the placement is to provide learners with an opportunity to gain skills, experience and competence. Please note that with while the university will make every effort to assist the learner in finding a placement final responsibility for securing the placement resides with the learner. Travel and accommodation are the responsibility of the learner.

Fees

Further information on fees

Careers

Graduate careers typically include roles such as Diagnostic Technician, Fleet Manager, Maintenance Specialist, MOT and NCT Inspector, and Repair Technician.

Further Information

Who Should Apply?

This course offering is one of educating those who already hold a skillset in the automotive/electric industry. The prospective candidate will typically already be in the automotive repair sector or a Level 4 motor mechanic from the UK with a qualification which is limited to the internal combustion engine powertrain. The additional skillset that this course will impart on these learners will therefore enable them to:

Gain employment/upskill them in the new evolving electric vehicle area
Cater for this new market in their existing employment position and subsequently survive
Command greater financial reward by offering this skillset to a new employer
Set up their own bespoke service centre to cater for this new technology
Progress to further higher level programmes of study in this area