Electric Vehicle (EV) Service Technician, Certificate

Electric Vehicle (EV) Service Technician, Certificate

Build the skills to service and maintain the next generation of electric vehicles.

In this program, students will be introduced to the skills need to perform as an entry level technician within the rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) market. Students will learn how to identify and practice the safety standards and precautions needed when servicing EVs. Topics of study will include, but will not be limited to: EV service and maintenance procedures, EV 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. This certificate will prepare students for EV-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 $46,381 7
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers $53,045 154
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment $63,918 130

What do Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles do?

  • Install equipment and accessories, such as stereos, navigation equipment, communication equipment, and security systems.
  • Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections and testing instruments, such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
  • 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?

  • Repairing: Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  • Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  • Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

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How much does it cost?

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