Energize Your Future with Electric Vehicles
Ivy Tech Community College (ITCC) is offering a state-of-the-art career training program in Electric Vehicle Service
Technology.
 Earn a 24-credit certificate in one of today’s hottest fields
 Complete training in one year through:
o Hands-on, skills-based projects
o Consistent, convenient, compressed schedule
o Classroom and online instruction
o Foundation skills to help you succeed in technical courses
o Critical thinking and problem solving based on real-life situations
 Develop business skills in communication, resume writing, and interview techniques
 Qualify for jobs such as an Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Service Technician, Development Technician, Battery
Service Technician, and Electrical Test Technician.
What is the future for electric vehicles?
Currently, there are over 2.6 million hybrid and electric vehicles on the road in the United States. In 2013,
manufacturers are offering 49 hybrid electric vehicles, 3 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and 9 fully-electric vehicles.
By 2020, the world-wide electric vehicle value chain will likely be greater than $250 billion (Source: World Bank
Study). Energy prices, environmental concerns and fuel economy targets are driving the demand for hybrid and
electric vehicle technicians now and into the future.
Electric vehicle technology at ITCC
Ivy Tech Community College is a participant in the National STEM Consortium, who won a U.S. Department of Labor
grant to develop training programs in high-demand technical fields including battery electric and hybrid electric
vehicles.
What will I learn?
You will take eight core classes with an emphasis on electric and hybrid electric vehicle
service technologies —turn the page for class descriptions.
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ALTF- 103
AUTC-100
AUTC- 107
AUTC -109
AUTC-113
AUTC-123
Principles of Alternative/Renewable Energies
Introduction to Automotive
Engine Fundamentals
Engine Performance I
Electrical and Electronics I
Electrical and Electronics II
 AUTC-210
Electrical and Hybrid Vehicle Technologies
 AUTC-260
Advanced Hybrid Vehicle and Electric Technologies
Is this program right for me?
Do you enjoy working with your hands? Do you like cars? Do you like the idea of working with innovative
technology? Would you like a high-tech career with a future? Then sign up today.
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Courses Included in Electric Vehicle Service Technician Certificate
AUTC 100 Introduction to Automotive Technology
This is an introductory course which gives students an overview of the operating systems of the modern automobile.
Students will be introduced to the safety and operation of tools and equipment used in the automotive industry.
ALTF 103 Principles of Alternative and Renewable Energies
This course covers basic principles and history of alternative energy sources. Industry and government status of
geothermal, wind, solar, biomass, fuel cells, and other energy sources will be highlighted, as well as, a thorough
discussion of Smart Grid technology. Alternative and traditional energies will be defined and compared in terms of
today’s use. This course will provide First Responder training for Hybrid and Electric Vehicle safety and discuss
evolving energy careers.
AUTC 107 Engine Fundamentals
This is the first of two courses that cover the automotive internal combustion engine. This course presents engine
theory and operation and studies the various engine designs utilized today. Studies will include component
inspection and precision measuring. The course will also cover all related items including gaskets, lubricants,
sealants, coolants utilized in modern engines.
AUTC 109 Engine Performances I
This is the first of two courses that cover the automotive internal combustion engine. This course presents engine
theory and operation and studies the various engine designs utilized today. Studies will include component
inspection and precision measuring. The course will also cover all related items including gaskets, lubricants, sealants,
coolants utilized in modern engines.
AUTC 113 Electrical and Electronics I
This first of three electrical classes introduces the fundamentals of electricity and automotive electronics. Digital
multi-meters and circuit troubleshooting is covered. Emphasis is placed on understanding and utilizing electrical
diagrams. Starting and charging systems are presented.
AUTC 123 Electrical and Electronics II
This second in a series of three courses will study advanced electrical circuit theory and diagnostic procedures
including voltage drop diagnosis with and without Multiplex. The topics for this course include; function,
construction, principles of operations, and troubleshooting techniques for the various automotive electrical and
electronic systems. Diagnosis and repair of system circuits and components using proper diagnostic techniques will
be emphasized.
AUTC 210 Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Technologies
This course provides an overview of the fundamentals of operation, diagnosis and repairing of electric and
gas-electric hybrid vehicles. Topics to be covered will include batteries, fuel cells, electric motors, controllers,
invertors and auxiliary accessories utilized in the Electric Vehicle and Hybrid Electric Vehicle platforms.
AUTC 260 Advanced Hybrid Vehicle and Electric Technologies
This Course presents advanced theory, diagnosis and repair of Battery Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Electric Vehicles
using manufacturer specific diagnostic tools and equipment. This course will also include trouble-shooting of Plug-in
Hybrid Electric Vehicle technologies as well as installation of a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle conversion kit.