ELCV 001 - Electric Vehicle Technology and Service
Course Description
With the increasing presence of electric and hybrid vehicles (EVs and HEVs) on our roads daily, the demand for certified automotive service technicians capable of safely diagnosing, servicing and repairing them is also rising. Are you ready to incorporate this specialized knowledge and skillset into your Automotive Service Technician (AST) toolkit?
Build on your previous understanding of conventional vehicle systems with this 36-hour course to safely and confidently diagnose and service the most common high-voltage automotive electric vehicles. Get six hours of self-paced online learning in preparation for 30 hours of intensive hands-on training with our expert industry-trained instructors at our automotive training facility on SAIT's Calgary campus.
Topics covered include electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle battery construction, fuel cells, electric motor controllers, inverters and auxiliary accessories.
This course was made possible with the Government of Canada’s investment (2022-2024) in Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2), a coalition of post-secondary institutions including SAIT focused on developing demand-driven workforce training solutions for a clean economy.
Note: Registration for this course closes seven days before the course start date. You’ll need to upload your proof of certification documentation at the time you register by following the online prompts provided. See Student Eligibility and How to Register sections below for more information.
This course is ideal if you:
- are a certified Automotive Service Technician keen on gaining specialized expertise in EV and HEV service and maintenance to expand your capabilities on the job and develop a competitive edge
- want to stay on top of sustainable and innovative practices and trends in the dynamic Canadian automotive industry.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be able to:
- apply high-voltage safety procedures
- distinguish different categories of high-voltage vehicles
- service high-voltage powertrain systems
- service high-voltage battery charging systems
- compare high-voltage vehicle transmission type
- service high-voltage vehicle temperature management systems
- distinguish the maintenance procedures for high-voltage vehicles
- associate causes for common symptoms found in current high-voltage vehicles.
You’ll demonstrate your knowledge acquisition through online module quizzes, practical shop activities, online and in-class participation and by completing a supervised final written exam during class time. Successful completion of the online training component is required before starting the hands-on shop training. Punctuality and attendance for all shop sessions on campus are required for a safe and optimal learning experience.
Earn a SAIT micro-credential
This course qualifies for the SAITMicro badge. Students who successfully complete this course with a final grade of B- (70%) or higher will earn a micro-credential and receive a shareable digital badge. Learn more
To request a course outline, contact ConEdAdvising@sait.ca
Funding Opportunities
Learn more about how to pay for or reduce your education/training costs with available awards, bursaries, loan options and grants, including the Canada Alberta Job Grant.
To take this course, you must provide proof that you are a certified Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson (for Alberta) or a certified Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson with Red Seal Endorsement (for Alberta or any other Canadian province or territory, except Quebec). We'll also accept Journeyperson certification for Heavy Equipment Technician (Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic – Off Road or Truck and Transport Mechanic).
Delivery formats: This course is conducted in a blended format combining six hours of self-study online learning followed by 30 hours in-person shop time. Learn more about our delivery formats.
Course completion: Upon successful completion of this non-credit course, you’ll receive an electronic copy of your official transcript. You’ll also be able to self-print a proof of completion document from your Con Ed student account. There is also the opportunity to earn a SAITMicro digital badge, if you have met the earning criteria.
This course prepares you to write the CSA Group's Automotive Electric Vehicle Technician Certification Exam. Note that tuition cost for ELCV-001 does not include the arranging, administration or the cost of the exam. Learn more about CSA Group Testing and Certification.
Admission is based on a first-qualified, first-registered basis. Registration closes seven days prior to the course start date. Payment in full is required upon registration by Visa or Mastercard.
To self-serve register online:
- Set up your Con Ed student account.
- Click on the ELCV-001 course section you want to take and follow the prompts in the online shopping cart process to upload your proof documentation. It’ll take 24-48 hours to verify and approve your submission. Once approved, you’ll be notified by email to complete your online registration for ELCV-001.
Questions? Contact ConEdAdvising@sait.ca.