The Electric Vehicles course immerses you in the fascinating world of sustainable mobility, a rapidly expanding sector with growing demand for skilled workers. At a time when environmental issues in transport are critical, gaining an understanding of electric vehicles is becoming essential. Throughout the course, you will explore the history and evolution of these vehicles, gaining an understanding of their impact on today’s market. You will learn about the technology behind them, from charging to batteries and renewable energy generation, enabling you to understand how they work and their potential. Through practical examples and success stories, you’ll become familiar with the real-world applications and opportunities offered by this rapidly growing field. This course is your chance to establish yourself as an expert in a sector that is transforming not only the automotive industry, but also the future of global energy.
Electric Vehicle
Digital Skills
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the environmental impact of transport and how electric vehicles help to reduce it.
- To analyse the historical evolution of the electric vehicle in order to understand its technological development.
- To identify current trends in the electric vehicle market and their future implications.
- To understand the key technologies used in electric vehicles and how they work.
- Assess the charging options available for electric vehicles and their benefits.
- Distinguish between different types of batteries and their role in energy efficiency.
- To examine success stories in order to implement effective strategies for the use of electric vehicles.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES RELATED TO TRANSPORT
An Introduction to the Environmental Issues Surrounding Transport
Global pollution
Local pollution
Strategies for reducing transport-related pollutant emissions
TEACHING UNIT 2. INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY AND ELECTRIC VEHICLES
An Introduction to Energy
Electricity
Electricity generation
The state of the electricity market in Europe
Energy and transport
TEACHING UNIT 3. THE HISTORY OF THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE
The origins of the electric vehicle
The golden age of the electric vehicle
The decline of the electric vehicle
The resurgence of the electric vehicle
Electric vehicles on the market
TEACHING UNIT 4. THE STATE OF THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE MARKET
Introduction
International market
Domestic market
Objectives and future outlook
Support schemes for electric vehicles
TEACHING UNIT 5. ELECTRIC VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY
An Introduction to Electric Vehicle Technology
Components of an electric vehicle
Types of electric vehicles
TEACHING UNIT 6. CHARGING AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE
Introduction
Charging modes and types
Types of connectors
Applicable legislation
Installation of the charging point
Smart charging management and v
Conclusions of the chapter
TEACHING UNIT 7. BATTERY TECHNOLOGY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY GENERATION
Introduction
Basic concepts of the drum kit
The chemistry of batteries
Batteries and electric vehicles
The evolution of batteries
Renewable energy and electric vehicles
TEACHING UNIT 8. CASE STUDIES AND SUCCESS STORIES
Case studies on the cost savings of an electric vehicle
Some success stories involving electric vehicles
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