Overview
The Electric Vehicle Technician Program addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals capable of servicing and maintaining high-voltage electric vehicles (EVs).
The Electric Vehicle Automotive Technician program equips participants with specialized skills to safely diagnose, service, and repair Electric Vehicles (Plug-in hybrids and full EVs), including intricate tasks involving battery systems and advanced electrical components.
Designed to bridge the gap in automotive service expertise, the program prepares technicians with a comprehensive understanding of power electronics and data communication systems crucial for EV operations.
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Only Program in the Nation!
Our EV Automotive Technician Apprenticeship Program – the ONLY one in the nation
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Prior Knowledge required!
This program is only open to individuals with a prior background in the automotive field.
Job Profile
Tasks of an EV Automotive Technician include:
- EV Diagnosis and Repair: Perform comprehensive diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on
electric vehicles, including but not limited to battery systems, electrical components, charging
systems, and drivetrain components. - Routine Maintenance: Conduct regular maintenance tasks on EVs, such as brake inspections, tire
rotations, fluid checks, and software updates to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Battery Management: Monitor and manage the health of EV batteries, including capacity testing,
balancing, and replacement as needed. - Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines when working with high-voltage
electrical systems, and implement best practices to ensure a safe working environment. - Continuous Learning: Stay updated on the latest EV technology advancements, industry trends,
and repair techniques through training and self-study.
Curriculum
1 year of Technical Instruction and Practical Labs at the College include:
- Safety and Electrical Awareness and Safe Behavior at the workplace
- Intro to Hybrid & Electric Vehicles
- Hybrid & EV Principles & Operation
- Hybrid and EV Batteries and Battery Management
- Additional Automotive EV Related Systems
Upon successful completion the Apprentice will receive the following industry-recognized credentials and certifications:
- Journeyworker Certification (Dept. of Labor & Industry)
- EV Automotive College Certificate from CCAC
- ASE Certification in High-Voltage Electrical Safety Standards
- German Apprenticeship Certificate (DiHK) as Kfz-MechatronikerIn System- und Hochvolttechnik
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Non-discrimination
The German American Chamber of Commerce, Pittsburgh Chapter admits applicants of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to candidates. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.