Introduction to Electric Vehicles
  • What are Electric vehicles
  • Brief History of Electric Vehicles
  • Types of Electric Vehicles
  • Differences between Electric and Gasoline Vehicles
  • Advantages and disadvantages of Electric Vehicles
  • Overview of main Components in Electric Vehicles vs. Internal Combustion Engine
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson 1
Environmental Impact of Electric Vehicles
  • Comparison of emissions from Electric Vehicles and combustion engine vehicles
  • Lifecycle analysis of Electric Vehicles
  • Impact of Electric Vehicles on reducing greenhouse gas emissions
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for Lesson 2
Battery System
  • Types of batteries used in Electric Vehicles
  • Battery chemistry and construction
  • Battery Selection and Sizing
  • Battery Management System
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 3
Electric Motors and Drivetrains
  • Types of Electric Motors
  • Operating principles of Electric Motors
  • Components of an Electric Drivetrain
  • Differences between Electric vs Internal Combustion Engine Drivetrain
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 4
Power Conversion and Regenerative Braking
  • Power Conversion
  • Regenerative Braking
  • Energy Management Systems
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 5
Vehicle Dynamics and Control
  • Characteristics of Electric Vehicle Dynamics
  • Motor Control Strategies
  • Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 6
Electric Vehicle Performance and Range
  • Factors affecting electric vehicle range
  • Battery capacity and energy consumption
  • Electric vehicle efficiency and energy management
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 7
Well-to-Tank (WTT) Energy Efficiency for electric vehicles
  • Definition of Well-to-Tank energy efficiency
  • Calculation of Well-to-Tank efficiency for gasoline and electric vehicles
  • Factors that affect Well-to-Tank efficiency
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 8
Tank-to-Wheel (TTW) Energy Efficiency
  • Definition of Tank-to-Wheel energy efficiency
  • Calculation of Tank-to-Wheel efficiency for gasoline and electric vehicles
  • Factors that affect Tank-to-Wheel efficiency
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 9
Electric Vehicle Charging and Infrastructure
  • Types of Charging Stations
  • Connectors
  • Charging Station Locations and Networks
  • Home Charging Options and Installation
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 10
Battery Replacement and Recycling
  • Factors Affecting Battery Life and Replacement
  • Battery life, Recycling, and Disposal of Used Batteries
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 11
Electric Vehicle Industry and Future Trends
  • Electric Vehicle Market Overview
  • Government policies and incentives for Electric Vehicles
  • Future trends in Electric Vehicle technology
  • Electric Vehicle ownership and maintenance
  • Knowledge Checkpoint for lesson Lesson 12
Conclusion
  • Key takeaways