This micro-credential equips learners with the technical competences required to diagnose, maintain, and service electric and hybrid vehicles. It focuses on high-voltage systems, battery management systems (BMS), electric motors, electronic control systems, and diagnostic technologies used in modern vehicles.

Learners develop the ability to apply safety procedures, perform fault diagnosis, analyse system data, and carry out maintenance tasks in accordance with industry standards. The programme supports employment in the growing sector of electric mobility and sustainable transport.

Applicants are preferably holders of a diploma or vocational qualification in one of the following fields:

• Automotive Electrical Systems
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Mechatronics

Applicants with relevant practical experience in related technical or automotive fields may also be considered.

• A diploma or vocational qualification in Automotive Electrical Systems, Mechanical Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle electrical and mechanical systems.
• Basic technical skills in the use of tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Relevant practical experience in automotive maintenance is considered an advantage.

120 Hours

Module 1: Fundamentals of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Hours: 15

Content:

• Types of EVs and hybrid vehicles
• System architecture and components
• Principles of electric propulsion

Evaluation:

• Practical identification test (components recognition)
• Short quiz (system concepts)

Module 2: High-Voltage Battery Systems and BMS

Hours: 25

Content:

• Battery types and characteristics
• Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• Charging cycles and degradation

Evaluation:

• Practical lab task (battery diagnostics)
• Case-based assessment (battery fault analysis)

Module 3: Electric Motors and Power Electronics

Hours: 20

Content:

• Electric motors and operation
• Inverters and power electronics
• Performance and efficiency

Evaluation:

• Practical test (motor inspection and testing)
• Technical worksheet (system analysis)

Module 4: Vehicle Electronics and Diagnostic Systems (ECU)

Hours: 20

Content:

• Electronic Control Units (ECU)
• CAN bus basics
• Diagnostic tools and fault codes

Evaluation:

• Hands-on diagnostic task (reading fault codes)
• Simulation-based assessment (fault detection)

Module 5: Charging Systems and Infrastructure

Hours: 10

Content:

• Charging technologies and standards
• On-board/off-board charging
• Energy management

Evaluation:

• Practical exercise (charging system check)
• Short applied quiz

Module 6: Safety Procedures for High-Voltage Systems

Hours: 10

Content:

• High-voltage risks
• Safety procedures and PPE
• Risk assessment

Evaluation:

• Practical safety demonstration
• Checklist-based assessment (correct procedure application)

Module 7: Maintenance and Fault Diagnosis

Hours: 10

Content:

• Preventive maintenance
• Troubleshooting methods
• Common EV faults

Evaluation:

• Troubleshooting task (fault diagnosis scenario)
• Maintenance planning assignment

Module 8: Applied Project / Practical Training

Hours: 10

Content:

• Integrated system diagnostics and maintenance

Evaluation:

• Final applied project (full system diagnosis + repair plan)
• Performance-based assessment (practical execution)

Attendances are assessed through a set of practical activities that include performing hands-on tasks in industrial laboratories and operating control systems in production lines, in addition to an applied project focusing on analyzing and operating an industrial production system.

To successfully obtain the certificate, trainees must achieve a minimum score of 60% of the total assessment requirements.

This micro-credential can be stacked with other micro-credentials in the fields of automotive technology, electric vehicle systems, and advanced vehicle diagnostics. Learners may progress to additional training in electric vehicle power systems, battery management systems, advanced automotive electronics, and sustainable transportation technologies.

The successful completion of multiple related micro-credentials can contribute toward a professional certificate or technical diploma in electric vehicle technology, automotive maintenance, or sustainable transportation systems.