Electric Vehicle Power Systems Training Course

Course Introduction

Electric vehicle power systems have become one of the fastest-growing areas of modern electrical engineering as the transportation sector rapidly transitions toward electrification. Advances in battery technologies, electric propulsion systems, power electronics, charging infrastructure, and smart energy management have transformed how vehicles are designed, operated, and integrated into electrical networks. This Electric Vehicle Power Systems Training Course provides participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required to understand, design, operate, maintain, and optimize EV power systems across passenger vehicles, commercial fleets, public transportation, and industrial applications.

The course provides an in-depth understanding of EV electrical architectures, high-voltage battery systems, electric traction motors, power converters, inverters, onboard chargers, battery management systems (BMS), regenerative braking, thermal management, power distribution networks, and charging technologies. Participants will learn how these interconnected systems deliver efficient, reliable, and safe vehicle performance while complying with international standards, functional safety requirements, and emerging industry best practices.

Participants will develop practical competencies in electrical system analysis, component selection, battery sizing, energy management, charging system integration, diagnostic testing, preventive maintenance, fault identification, and performance optimization. The training emphasizes engineering principles that improve vehicle efficiency, driving range, reliability, battery lifespan, operational safety, and lifecycle cost management while supporting the continued evolution of electric mobility technologies.

Modern electric vehicle power systems increasingly incorporate solid-state batteries, silicon carbide and gallium nitride power electronics, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies, bidirectional charging, wireless charging, battery energy storage integration, artificial intelligence, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), predictive diagnostics, autonomous driving platforms, and cloud-based fleet management systems. This course explores these emerging technologies and demonstrates how they improve vehicle performance, charging flexibility, grid interaction, sustainability, and intelligent energy management.

Participants will also examine common operational challenges including battery degradation, thermal runaway prevention, inverter failures, charging incompatibilities, power quality issues, electrical protection, cybersecurity, high-voltage safety, communication failures, and maintenance planning. Through practical engineering case studies and real-world applications, participants will gain valuable experience in troubleshooting complex EV power systems and implementing effective engineering solutions that maximize reliability and operational performance.

Upon successful completion of the Electric Vehicle Power Systems Training Course, participants will possess the technical expertise and practical confidence required to design, evaluate, maintain, and optimize modern EV power systems. They will be equipped to support electric mobility initiatives, improve energy efficiency, enhance system safety, ensure regulatory compliance, strengthen operational reliability, and contribute to the development of sustainable transportation solutions worldwide.

Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend

• Electrical Engineers

• Power System Engineers

• Automotive Engineers

• EV Design Engineers

• Renewable Energy Engineers

• Power Electronics Engineers

• Battery System Engineers

• Maintenance Engineers

• Utility Engineers

• Charging Infrastructure Engineers

• Project Engineers

• Electrical Consultants

• Fleet Management Engineers

• Research and Development Engineers

• Commissioning Engineers

• Electrical Contractors

• Technical Supervisors

• Engineering Graduates

• Clean Energy Professionals

• Electric Mobility Specialists

Course Objectives

• Develop comprehensive knowledge of electric vehicle power system architecture, components, operational principles, and engineering practices supporting efficient electric mobility.

• Understand battery technologies, electric traction motors, power electronics, onboard chargers, battery management systems, and electrical protection techniques used in modern EV platforms.

• Perform electrical system analysis, battery sizing, load calculations, and energy management evaluations that improve vehicle efficiency, driving range, and operational reliability.

• Apply engineering principles for integrating EV power systems with charging infrastructure, renewable energy systems, battery storage, and smart electrical grids.

• Evaluate thermal management systems, regenerative braking technologies, and high-voltage safety requirements that ensure reliable and safe vehicle operation.

• Implement preventive maintenance, diagnostic testing, condition monitoring, and troubleshooting procedures for batteries, motors, inverters, converters, and charging systems.

• Utilize digital diagnostic platforms, Industrial Internet of Things technologies, predictive maintenance tools, and artificial intelligence applications for advanced EV system management.

• Analyze power quality, electromagnetic compatibility, cybersecurity, and communication protocols affecting vehicle performance and charging interoperability.

• Ensure compliance with international standards, electrical safety regulations, environmental requirements, and functional safety principles governing electric vehicle power systems.

• Strengthen technical decision-making by evaluating lifecycle costs, emerging technologies, sustainability objectives, operational risks, and future innovations within electric vehicle power engineering.

Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Electric Vehicle Power Systems

• Introduction to electric mobility and vehicle electrification technologies

• Architecture of modern electric vehicle electrical power systems

• Classification of battery electric, hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles

• International standards, regulations, and functional safety requirements

Module 2: High-Voltage Battery Systems

• Understanding lithium-ion, solid-state, and emerging battery technologies

• Battery pack construction, electrical characteristics, and performance analysis

• Battery management systems and state-of-charge monitoring techniques

• Thermal management strategies for battery safety and operational efficiency

Module 3: Electric Traction Systems

• Operating principles of electric traction motors and drive technologies

• Power converters, inverters, and motor control system fundamentals

• Regenerative braking systems and energy recovery optimization

• Performance evaluation and efficiency improvement techniques

Module 4: Charging Systems and Electrical Infrastructure

• AC charging, DC fast charging, and wireless charging technologies

• Onboard chargers, charging communication protocols, and interoperability

• Integration of EV charging infrastructure with electrical distribution systems

• Vehicle-to-grid and bidirectional charging system applications

Module 5: Power Electronics and Energy Management

• Silicon carbide and gallium nitride power electronic technologies

• DC-DC converters and onboard electrical power distribution systems

• Intelligent energy management strategies for vehicle optimization

• Improving efficiency through advanced power conversion techniques

Module 6: Operation, Maintenance, and Diagnostics

• Preventive maintenance strategies for EV electrical systems

• Diagnostic testing of batteries, motors, inverters, and controllers

• Troubleshooting electrical faults using structured engineering methods

• Condition monitoring and predictive maintenance technologies

Module 7: Emerging Technologies and Innovation

• Artificial intelligence applications in electric vehicle system optimization

• Industrial Internet of Things integration for connected vehicle monitoring

• Autonomous vehicle electrical systems and digital communication platforms

• Hydrogen fuel cell technologies and future mobility innovations

Module 8: Safety, Cybersecurity, and Compliance

• High-voltage electrical safety procedures for EV systems

• Cybersecurity challenges affecting connected electric vehicles

• Electromagnetic compatibility and electrical protection requirements

• Regulatory compliance and environmental sustainability practices

Module 9: Grid Integration and Sustainable Energy

• Integrating electric vehicles with renewable energy resources

• Smart grid technologies supporting electric mobility infrastructure

• Battery energy storage systems and distributed energy resources

• Demand response and intelligent charging management solutions

Module 10: Practical Applications and Industry Case Studies

• Designing efficient electric vehicle power systems using engineering principles

• Evaluating real-world EV operational challenges and technical solutions

• Optimizing lifecycle performance through advanced maintenance strategies

• Completing practical case studies involving modern electric vehicle technologies

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue 

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group (at a discount of 10% to 50%) at requested location all over the world. The Onsite course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, buffet lunch, airport transfers, Upskill gift package, and guided tour.

Visa application, travel expenses, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment:

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.