10602115Hybrid and Alternative Fueled Vehicles
Course Information
Description
This course provides: a brief history of electric and hybrid electric vehicles, electric/hybrid electric vehicle safety procedures and equipment; components and current vehicle overview; hybrid electric vehicle components; current design configurations, current and near future vehicles; an introduction to electric/hybrid electric vehicle test equipment and procedures; and an introduction to electric/hybrid electric vehicle maintenance and trouble shooting. Also, Diesel, alternative fuel systems, including CNG and Fuel Cell, and related components are covered.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
  1. Compare and contrast the three main types of hybrid electric vehicles (Micro, Mild, and Full).
    Assessment Strategies
    without the use of references
    Criteria
    you correctly define the three main types of hybrid electric vehicles
    you write a detailed explanation of the advantages or disadvantages of each type

  2. Demonstrate the proper method for disabling a high voltage system on an HEV.
    Assessment Strategies
    wearing safety glasses
    using class "0" insulated gloves
    using a CAT III digital volt meter
    Criteria
    you turn the vehicle off prior to any further service
    you remove the key from the vehicle
    you correctly use all required safety equipment
    you remove the high voltage system service plug
    you safely secure the service plug
    you verify the high voltage system voltage level has dropped to a safe level

  3. Test the High Voltage circuit isolation from the vehicle chassis.
    Assessment Strategies
    using a high voltage insulation tester
    wearing safety glasses
    using electronic service information
    Criteria
    you verify high voltage system voltage has dropped to a safe level
    you accurately test the high voltage system insulation quality to chassis ground
    you correctly interpret the test results to determine if the system passes the test or not

  4. Analyze the cause of a check engine light on a Hybrid Electric Vehicle.
    Assessment Strategies
    using a scan tool
    using electronic service information
    Criteria
    you retrieve the trouble code(s) and relavent data from the vehicle
    you identify potential causes for the code(s) and data