Build the skills to service and maintain the next generation of electric vehicles.
In this program, students will be introduced to the skills needed to perform as an
entry level technician within the rapidly growing electric (EV) and hybrid (HEV) vehicle
market. Students will learn how to identify and practice the safety standards and
precautions needed when servicing EVs and HEVs. Topics of study will include, but
will not be limited to: EV and HEV service and maintenance procedures, EV and HEV
specific tooling, high-voltage and low-voltage system diagnostics, and battery management
system operation along with ever evolving new technologies incorporated in the production
of EVs and HEVs. This certificate will prepare students for EV-specific and HEV-specific
ASE testing required for the industry.
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Career Outlook in Michigan
| Career Title |
Median Salary |
Annual Openings |
| Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles |
$48,069 |
12 |
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers |
$55,106 |
239 |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment |
$66,144 |
139 |
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What do Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles do?
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Install equipment and accessories, such as stereos, navigation equipment, communication equipment, and security systems.
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Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections and testing instruments, such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
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Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures and equipment, using electric drills and routers.
What skills do Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles have?
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Repairing:
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
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Troubleshooting:
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
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Critical Thinking:
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.