EV Charging Skills

EV Charging Skills

EV Operation

Prerequisites:

None

Description:

This course covers the fundamentals of operating an EV and its basic components. In addition, it also discusses the advantages of EVs to the drivers and the environment.

Objectives:
  • Describe basic EV operation
  • Explain regenerative braking
  • Discuss charging and typical ranges
  • Recognize the fundamental components
  • Discuss the advantages of EVs

EV Operation

Prerequisites:

None

Description:

This course covers the fundamentals of operating an EV and its basic components. In addition, it also discusses the advantages of EVs to the drivers and the environment.

Objectives:
  • Describe basic EV operation
  • Explain regenerative braking
  • Discuss charging and typical ranges
  • Recognize the fundamental components
  • Discuss the advantages of EVs

Introduction to EV Charging

Prerequisites:

This course is designed for participants familiar with basic electrical fundamentals AC/DC theory, electrical safety, and Ohms law.

Description:

This course introduces the basics of charging for electric vehicles. It reviews electrical fundamentals and discusses the role of the EV charging technician. It explains charging station levels and components.

Objectives:
  • Describe your role as an EV charging station technician
  • Recognize electricity basics and electrical terminology
  • Explain the power needs of EV charging stations
  • Define EV charging station levels
  • Discuss charging station components

Introduction to EV Charging

Prerequisites:

This course is designed for participants familiar with basic electrical fundamentals AC/DC theory, electrical safety, and Ohms law.

Description:

This course introduces the basics of charging for electric vehicles. It reviews electrical fundamentals and discusses the role of the EV charging technician. It explains charging station levels and components.

Objectives:
  • Describe your role as an EV charging station technician
  • Recognize electricity basics and electrical terminology
  • Explain the power needs of EV charging stations
  • Define EV charging station levels
  • Discuss charging station components

Charging Station Standards

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging.

Description:

This course explains the different types of charger connectors, the different networking methods, and discusses charging station enclosures.

Objectives:
  • Explain types of charger connections
  • Describe where each is typically used
  • Identify charging networks
  • Recognize standards for charging enclosures

Charging Station Standards

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging.

Description:

This course explains the different types of charger connectors, the different networking methods, and discusses charging station enclosures.

Objectives:
  • Explain types of charger connections
  • Describe where each is typically used
  • Identify charging networks
  • Recognize standards for charging enclosures

Connectivity

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and Charging Station Standards.

Description:

This course describes various modes of EV connectivity and modes of communication with the vehicle, the user, and the network. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Objectives:
  • Describe each mode of connectivity
  • Explain where each is typically used
  • Discuss pros and cons of each type

Connectivity

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and Charging Station Standards.

Description:

This course describes various modes of EV connectivity and modes of communication with the vehicle, the user, and the network. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Objectives:
  • Describe each mode of connectivity
  • Explain where each is typically used
  • Discuss pros and cons of each type

Safety, Codes, and Cybersecurity

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course covers necessary safety precautions and codes related to EVSE. It also includes cybersecurity recommendations.

Objectives:
  • Explain safety requirements for EVSE technicians
  • Describe basic code requirements for EVSE
  • Identify ADA applicability to EVSE
  • Discuss the importance of cybersecurity for charging infrastructure
  • Identify protection methods and procedures used against cyber threats

Safety, Codes, and Cybersecurity

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course covers necessary safety precautions and codes related to EVSE. It also includes cybersecurity recommendations.

Objectives:
  • Explain safety requirements for EVSE technicians
  • Describe basic code requirements for EVSE
  • Identify ADA applicability to EVSE
  • Discuss the importance of cybersecurity for charging infrastructure
  • Identify protection methods and procedures used against cyber threats

Installation Preparation

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, and Connectivity.

Description:

This course explains the initial requirements for technicians who will be involved in charger station installation.

Objectives:
  • Describe what is needed prior to arriving at the installation site
  • Identify all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements
  • Define all safety essentials
  • Explain first preparation steps at site

Installation Preparation

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, and Connectivity.

Description:

This course explains the initial requirements for technicians who will be involved in charger station installation.

Objectives:
  • Describe what is needed prior to arriving at the installation site
  • Identify all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements
  • Define all safety essentials
  • Explain first preparation steps at site

Preventative Maintenance

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course is for technicians who need to understand the basic procedure for preventative maintenance of EV Chargers. This includes cleaning, performance of routine checks, handling minor repairs, and record keeping.

Objectives:
  • Describe the basic inspection process
  • Identify cleaning, repair, or replacement procedures
  • Discuss software updating requirements
  • Explain the need for scheduling and record keeping

Preventative Maintenance

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course is for technicians who need to understand the basic procedure for preventative maintenance of EV Chargers. This includes cleaning, performance of routine checks, handling minor repairs, and record keeping.

Objectives:
  • Describe the basic inspection process
  • Identify cleaning, repair, or replacement procedures
  • Discuss software updating requirements
  • Explain the need for scheduling and record keeping

EV Charger Troubleshooting

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, Installation Preparation, and Impact of Environmental Conditions.

Description:

This course describes a systematic troubleshooting approach for EV charging technicians. It explains the safety precautions necessary for troubleshooting and the tools and documentation required.

Objectives:
  • Explain preparation needed for troubleshooting
  • Identify safety precautions
  • Describe basic EVSE troubleshooting steps
  • Discuss typical issues
  • Identify resolution of situations encountered

EV Charger Troubleshooting

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, Installation Preparation, and Impact of Environmental Conditions.

Description:

This course describes a systematic troubleshooting approach for EV charging technicians. It explains the safety precautions necessary for troubleshooting and the tools and documentation required.

Objectives:
  • Explain preparation needed for troubleshooting
  • Identify safety precautions
  • Describe basic EVSE troubleshooting steps
  • Discuss typical issues
  • Identify resolution of situations encountered

Client Interactions

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course describes techniques for optimum interaction with users, project managers, and site owners.

Objectives:
  • Define effective customer interactions
  • Explain interactions with business owners
  • Identify importance of interacting with project managers
  • Describe how to set and manage expectations

Client Interactions

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course describes techniques for optimum interaction with users, project managers, and site owners.

Objectives:
  • Define effective customer interactions
  • Explain interactions with business owners
  • Identify importance of interacting with project managers
  • Describe how to set and manage expectations

Impact of Environmental Conditions

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course explains how weather and other environmental conditions affect charging stations.

Objectives:
  • Explain the impact of weather conditions on charging and battery efficiency
  • Describe the effects of weather and environment on charging stations
  • Identify safety precautions

Impact of Environmental Conditions

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course explains how weather and other environmental conditions affect charging stations.

Objectives:
  • Explain the impact of weather conditions on charging and battery efficiency
  • Describe the effects of weather and environment on charging stations
  • Identify safety precautions

DC Principles in EVSE

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and Ohm’s Law.

Description:

This course explains the terminology related to DC electrical and the differences to AC. It identifies how DC is utilized in EVs and EVSE. and introduces the use of DC in solar panels and battery storage.

Objectives:

 

  • Define basic terminology for Direct Current (DC) electrical
  • Explain the differences between Alternating Current (AC) and DC electrical
  • Identify types of DC used for EV
  • Describe DC for solar power generation

DC Principles in EVSE

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and Ohm’s Law.

Description:

This course explains the terminology related to DC electrical and the differences to AC. It identifies how DC is utilized in EVs and EVSE. and introduces the use of DC in solar panels and battery storage.

Objectives:

 

  • Define basic terminology for Direct Current (DC) electrical
  • Explain the differences between Alternating Current (AC) and DC electrical
  • Identify types of DC used for EV
  • Describe DC for solar power generation

Battery Technology in Electric Vehicles

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, Installation Preparation, Impact of Environmental Conditions, and DC Principles in EVSE.

Description:

This course explains the various types of batteries in use along with their chemistry, operation, advantages and disadvantages. It also introduces directions in future battery development.

Objectives:
  • Explain the fundamentals of battery technology
  • Discuss lithium-ion batteries categories
  • Outline advantages and disadvantages
  • Recognize future developments and innovations

Battery Technology in Electric Vehicles

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, Installation Preparation, Impact of Environmental Conditions, and DC Principles in EVSE.

Description:

This course explains the various types of batteries in use along with their chemistry, operation, advantages and disadvantages. It also introduces directions in future battery development.

Objectives:
  • Explain the fundamentals of battery technology
  • Discuss lithium-ion batteries categories
  • Outline advantages and disadvantages
  • Recognize future developments and innovations

Grid Basics and Main Service Panels

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with DC Principles in EVSE and Ohm’s Law.

Description:

This course describes the delivery of power from power stations to homes and businesses.

Objectives:
  • Define the basics of the electric grid
  • Explain generation, transmission, and distribution
  • Identify the main service panel
  • Describe importance of main service panel operation
  • Identify power supply issues

Grid Basics and Main Service Panels

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with DC Principles in EVSE and Ohm’s Law.

Description:

This course describes the delivery of power from power stations to homes and businesses.

Objectives:
  • Define the basics of the electric grid
  • Explain generation, transmission, and distribution
  • Identify the main service panel
  • Describe importance of main service panel operation
  • Identify power supply issues

Torque and Tensioning

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with EV Charger Troubleshooting, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course describes the difference between torque and tension and the process for performing electrical torque checks.

Objectives:
  • Define torque and tensioning
  • Explain mechanical and electrical considerations
  • Identify the impacts of over or under-torquing
  • Describe routine torque checks
  • Recognize the importance of documentation

Torque and Tensioning

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with EV Charger Troubleshooting, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course describes the difference between torque and tension and the process for performing electrical torque checks.

Objectives:
  • Define torque and tensioning
  • Explain mechanical and electrical considerations
  • Identify the impacts of over or under-torquing
  • Describe routine torque checks
  • Recognize the importance of documentation

Demand Planning and Site Evaluation

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and EV Operation.

Description:

This course examines the necessary preparation that businesses and facilities need to plan for the installation of EV charging stations.

Objectives:
  • Define utility demand planning
  • Explain the demand planning process
  • Identify the importance of site evaluations
  • Describe the essential steps for site evaluations
  • Explain installation and implementation policy

Demand Planning and Site Evaluation

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and EV Operation.

Description:

This course examines the necessary preparation that businesses and facilities need to plan for the installation of EV charging stations.

Objectives:
  • Define utility demand planning
  • Explain the demand planning process
  • Identify the importance of site evaluations
  • Describe the essential steps for site evaluations
  • Explain installation and implementation policy

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How Do You Prepare Your Maintenance Team for EV Infrastructure?

ITC Learning’s EV Charging Skills training is a comprehensive online series designed for industrial maintenance teams and technicians who need practical, job-ready expertise in EVSE operation, safety, and connectivity. This training ensures your workforce can confidently install, troubleshoot, and maintain reliable charging systems to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industrial landscape.

Complying with National Electrical Code (NEC) for EVSE Installation

Ensuring your EV charging skills training aligns with the National Electrical Code (NEC) is critical for safety and regulatory compliance. Our courses emphasize NEC-aligned procedures for service panels and grid basics, helping technicians understand safety, codes, and cybersecurity requirements for EVSE. By standardizing training around these benchmarks, organizations reduce operational risk and ensure that charging infrastructure meets OSHA and internal corporate safety standards.

Accelerating Reliability through Predictive Maintenance and Diagnostics

Technical gaps in EV infrastructure maintenance often lead to excessive downtime and increased mean-time-to-repair (MTTR). ITC Learning’s modular lessons provide technicians with a practical mental model for EV charger troubleshooting and torque and tensioning standards. By identifying knowledge gaps through our integrated skills assessments, maintenance teams can proactively address connectivity and environmental impact issues before they cause system failure, ensuring peak reliability for your facility’s charging assets.

Feature Business ImpactEstimated ROI Implementation Time
ITC LearningPinpoint exact knowledge gaps to avoid redundant training.ROI in 18 months or less through reduced ramp-up time.Instant deployment via hosted portal.
SCORM-Compliant ContentSeamlessly integrates with your existing LMS for consistent tracking.High retention rates through interactive multimedia lessons.Rapid rollout for multi-site teams.
Industry-Relevant ModulesDirect plant-floor applicability for EVSE safety and connectivity.Reduced MTTR and downtime costs.Self-paced, 35–45 min lessons.
Traditional TrainingLow retention; disrupts production schedules.Variable; high travel and vacancy costs.Weeks/Months to coordinate.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does this training include assessments to verify technician competency?

    Yes. Each course includes a corresponding skills assessment designed to measure comprehension and technical proficiency across all EV charging disciplines.

  • Can we integrate these EV charging courses into our existing Learning Management System (LMS)?

    Absolutely. All ITC Learning courses are SCORM-compliant and designed for seamless integration into your existing platform or delivery through our hosted portal.

  • Does the curriculum cover safety and electrical codes for charging infrastructure?

    Yes. The series includes dedicated modules on safety, codes, and cybersecurity, as well as Grid Basics and Main Service Panels to ensure all work aligns with necessary safety standards.

  • How long does it take for a technician to complete an EV charging course?

    Most focused lessons are designed for the busy workforce and typically take 35–45 minutes to complete. Being self-paced, learners can resume training anytime without disrupting production.

  • Can our technicians use this online training for cross-training mechanical teams?

    Yes. Many organizations use these courses to cross-train their maintenance teams, giving technicians the foundational electrical and connectivity skills needed to support EV infrastructure.

EV Operation

Prerequisites:

None

Description:

This course covers the fundamentals of operating an EV and its basic components. In addition, it also discusses the advantages of EVs to the drivers and the environment.

Objectives:
  • Describe basic EV operation
  • Explain regenerative braking
  • Discuss charging and typical ranges
  • Recognize the fundamental components
  • Discuss the advantages of EVs

EV Operation

Prerequisites:

None

Description:

This course covers the fundamentals of operating an EV and its basic components. In addition, it also discusses the advantages of EVs to the drivers and the environment.

Objectives:
  • Describe basic EV operation
  • Explain regenerative braking
  • Discuss charging and typical ranges
  • Recognize the fundamental components
  • Discuss the advantages of EVs

Introduction to EV Charging

Prerequisites:

This course is designed for participants familiar with basic electrical fundamentals AC/DC theory, electrical safety, and Ohms law.

Description:

This course introduces the basics of charging for electric vehicles. It reviews electrical fundamentals and discusses the role of the EV charging technician. It explains charging station levels and components.

Objectives:
  • Describe your role as an EV charging station technician
  • Recognize electricity basics and electrical terminology
  • Explain the power needs of EV charging stations
  • Define EV charging station levels
  • Discuss charging station components

Introduction to EV Charging

Prerequisites:

This course is designed for participants familiar with basic electrical fundamentals AC/DC theory, electrical safety, and Ohms law.

Description:

This course introduces the basics of charging for electric vehicles. It reviews electrical fundamentals and discusses the role of the EV charging technician. It explains charging station levels and components.

Objectives:
  • Describe your role as an EV charging station technician
  • Recognize electricity basics and electrical terminology
  • Explain the power needs of EV charging stations
  • Define EV charging station levels
  • Discuss charging station components

Charging Station Standards

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging.

Description:

This course explains the different types of charger connectors, the different networking methods, and discusses charging station enclosures.

Objectives:
  • Explain types of charger connections
  • Describe where each is typically used
  • Identify charging networks
  • Recognize standards for charging enclosures

Charging Station Standards

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging.

Description:

This course explains the different types of charger connectors, the different networking methods, and discusses charging station enclosures.

Objectives:
  • Explain types of charger connections
  • Describe where each is typically used
  • Identify charging networks
  • Recognize standards for charging enclosures

Connectivity

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and Charging Station Standards.

Description:

This course describes various modes of EV connectivity and modes of communication with the vehicle, the user, and the network. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Objectives:
  • Describe each mode of connectivity
  • Explain where each is typically used
  • Discuss pros and cons of each type

Connectivity

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and Charging Station Standards.

Description:

This course describes various modes of EV connectivity and modes of communication with the vehicle, the user, and the network. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Objectives:
  • Describe each mode of connectivity
  • Explain where each is typically used
  • Discuss pros and cons of each type

Safety, Codes, and Cybersecurity

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course covers necessary safety precautions and codes related to EVSE. It also includes cybersecurity recommendations.

Objectives:
  • Explain safety requirements for EVSE technicians
  • Describe basic code requirements for EVSE
  • Identify ADA applicability to EVSE
  • Discuss the importance of cybersecurity for charging infrastructure
  • Identify protection methods and procedures used against cyber threats

Safety, Codes, and Cybersecurity

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course covers necessary safety precautions and codes related to EVSE. It also includes cybersecurity recommendations.

Objectives:
  • Explain safety requirements for EVSE technicians
  • Describe basic code requirements for EVSE
  • Identify ADA applicability to EVSE
  • Discuss the importance of cybersecurity for charging infrastructure
  • Identify protection methods and procedures used against cyber threats

Installation Preparation

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, and Connectivity.

Description:

This course explains the initial requirements for technicians who will be involved in charger station installation.

Objectives:
  • Describe what is needed prior to arriving at the installation site
  • Identify all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements
  • Define all safety essentials
  • Explain first preparation steps at site

Installation Preparation

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, and Connectivity.

Description:

This course explains the initial requirements for technicians who will be involved in charger station installation.

Objectives:
  • Describe what is needed prior to arriving at the installation site
  • Identify all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements
  • Define all safety essentials
  • Explain first preparation steps at site

Preventative Maintenance

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course is for technicians who need to understand the basic procedure for preventative maintenance of EV Chargers. This includes cleaning, performance of routine checks, handling minor repairs, and record keeping.

Objectives:
  • Describe the basic inspection process
  • Identify cleaning, repair, or replacement procedures
  • Discuss software updating requirements
  • Explain the need for scheduling and record keeping

Preventative Maintenance

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course is for technicians who need to understand the basic procedure for preventative maintenance of EV Chargers. This includes cleaning, performance of routine checks, handling minor repairs, and record keeping.

Objectives:
  • Describe the basic inspection process
  • Identify cleaning, repair, or replacement procedures
  • Discuss software updating requirements
  • Explain the need for scheduling and record keeping

EV Charger Troubleshooting

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, Installation Preparation, and Impact of Environmental Conditions.

Description:

This course describes a systematic troubleshooting approach for EV charging technicians. It explains the safety precautions necessary for troubleshooting and the tools and documentation required.

Objectives:
  • Explain preparation needed for troubleshooting
  • Identify safety precautions
  • Describe basic EVSE troubleshooting steps
  • Discuss typical issues
  • Identify resolution of situations encountered

EV Charger Troubleshooting

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, Installation Preparation, and Impact of Environmental Conditions.

Description:

This course describes a systematic troubleshooting approach for EV charging technicians. It explains the safety precautions necessary for troubleshooting and the tools and documentation required.

Objectives:
  • Explain preparation needed for troubleshooting
  • Identify safety precautions
  • Describe basic EVSE troubleshooting steps
  • Discuss typical issues
  • Identify resolution of situations encountered

Client Interactions

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course describes techniques for optimum interaction with users, project managers, and site owners.

Objectives:
  • Define effective customer interactions
  • Explain interactions with business owners
  • Identify importance of interacting with project managers
  • Describe how to set and manage expectations

Client Interactions

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course describes techniques for optimum interaction with users, project managers, and site owners.

Objectives:
  • Define effective customer interactions
  • Explain interactions with business owners
  • Identify importance of interacting with project managers
  • Describe how to set and manage expectations

Impact of Environmental Conditions

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course explains how weather and other environmental conditions affect charging stations.

Objectives:
  • Explain the impact of weather conditions on charging and battery efficiency
  • Describe the effects of weather and environment on charging stations
  • Identify safety precautions

Impact of Environmental Conditions

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course explains how weather and other environmental conditions affect charging stations.

Objectives:
  • Explain the impact of weather conditions on charging and battery efficiency
  • Describe the effects of weather and environment on charging stations
  • Identify safety precautions

DC Principles in EVSE

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and Ohm’s Law.

Description:

This course explains the terminology related to DC electrical and the differences to AC. It identifies how DC is utilized in EVs and EVSE. and introduces the use of DC in solar panels and battery storage.

Objectives:

 

  • Define basic terminology for Direct Current (DC) electrical
  • Explain the differences between Alternating Current (AC) and DC electrical
  • Identify types of DC used for EV
  • Describe DC for solar power generation

DC Principles in EVSE

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and Ohm’s Law.

Description:

This course explains the terminology related to DC electrical and the differences to AC. It identifies how DC is utilized in EVs and EVSE. and introduces the use of DC in solar panels and battery storage.

Objectives:

 

  • Define basic terminology for Direct Current (DC) electrical
  • Explain the differences between Alternating Current (AC) and DC electrical
  • Identify types of DC used for EV
  • Describe DC for solar power generation

Battery Technology in Electric Vehicles

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, Installation Preparation, Impact of Environmental Conditions, and DC Principles in EVSE.

Description:

This course explains the various types of batteries in use along with their chemistry, operation, advantages and disadvantages. It also introduces directions in future battery development.

Objectives:
  • Explain the fundamentals of battery technology
  • Discuss lithium-ion batteries categories
  • Outline advantages and disadvantages
  • Recognize future developments and innovations

Battery Technology in Electric Vehicles

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, Installation Preparation, Impact of Environmental Conditions, and DC Principles in EVSE.

Description:

This course explains the various types of batteries in use along with their chemistry, operation, advantages and disadvantages. It also introduces directions in future battery development.

Objectives:
  • Explain the fundamentals of battery technology
  • Discuss lithium-ion batteries categories
  • Outline advantages and disadvantages
  • Recognize future developments and innovations

Grid Basics and Main Service Panels

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with DC Principles in EVSE and Ohm’s Law.

Description:

This course describes the delivery of power from power stations to homes and businesses.

Objectives:
  • Define the basics of the electric grid
  • Explain generation, transmission, and distribution
  • Identify the main service panel
  • Describe importance of main service panel operation
  • Identify power supply issues

Grid Basics and Main Service Panels

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with DC Principles in EVSE and Ohm’s Law.

Description:

This course describes the delivery of power from power stations to homes and businesses.

Objectives:
  • Define the basics of the electric grid
  • Explain generation, transmission, and distribution
  • Identify the main service panel
  • Describe importance of main service panel operation
  • Identify power supply issues

Torque and Tensioning

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with EV Charger Troubleshooting, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course describes the difference between torque and tension and the process for performing electrical torque checks.

Objectives:
  • Define torque and tensioning
  • Explain mechanical and electrical considerations
  • Identify the impacts of over or under-torquing
  • Describe routine torque checks
  • Recognize the importance of documentation

Torque and Tensioning

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with EV Charger Troubleshooting, Charging Station Standards, Connectivity, and Installation Preparation.

Description:

This course describes the difference between torque and tension and the process for performing electrical torque checks.

Objectives:
  • Define torque and tensioning
  • Explain mechanical and electrical considerations
  • Identify the impacts of over or under-torquing
  • Describe routine torque checks
  • Recognize the importance of documentation

Demand Planning and Site Evaluation

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and EV Operation.

Description:

This course examines the necessary preparation that businesses and facilities need to plan for the installation of EV charging stations.

Objectives:
  • Define utility demand planning
  • Explain the demand planning process
  • Identify the importance of site evaluations
  • Describe the essential steps for site evaluations
  • Explain installation and implementation policy

Demand Planning and Site Evaluation

Prerequisites:

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with Introduction to EV Charging and EV Operation.

Description:

This course examines the necessary preparation that businesses and facilities need to plan for the installation of EV charging stations.

Objectives:
  • Define utility demand planning
  • Explain the demand planning process
  • Identify the importance of site evaluations
  • Describe the essential steps for site evaluations
  • Explain installation and implementation policy
Course Overview

This library consists of 15 courses. The courses in this library were designed to provide training for any personnel working on electric vehicle charging stations and those looking for general Electric Vehicle knowledge.

Who This Course is For?

This library is excellent for any person seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in Electric Vehicles, Electric Vehicle Charging and Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure and Installations.

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Number of Courses: 15