Behind the Scenes: Exploring EV Core Systems
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Behind the Scenes: Exploring EV Core Systems
This course is part of Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies Specialization
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What you'll learn
Identify EV components. Virtual teardown: Students dissect a virtual EV to explore its unique components.
Learn EV propulsion. EV simulator: Students experiment with battery charge, regenerative braking, and energy management in a virtual EV.
Evaluate charging tech. Charging station explorer: Students tour virtual charging stations, comparing technologies and infrastructure.
Analyze EV performance. EV performance challenge: Students use a simulator to test acceleration, range, and efficiency in different scenarios.
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Electric Vehicle Systems is a comprehensive course designed to provide learners with a broad understanding of the components, propulsion systems, batteries, charging technologies, performance characteristics, and factors influencing electric vehicles (EVs). This course is essential for anyone interested in the future of transportation and sustainable mobility.
In this course, you will explore the fascinating world of electric vehicles, including the technology that powers them and the environmental benefits they offer. We'll cover the fundamentals of EV components and systems, dive into various propulsion systems, and examine the types of batteries used in EVs. You'll also gain insights into charging technologies and infrastructure, as well as the performance characteristics and factors that influence EVs. Upon completing this course, you will be able to identify and evaluate the range of electric vehicle systems, including their components, propulsion systems, batteries, charging technologies, and performance characteristics. This program is designed for anyone who wishes to learn about electric vehicle systems. It is recommended for the learner to have some knowledge on some basic STEM knowledge to understand some of the technical terms. By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge to understand, appreciate, and potentially contribute to the ongoing evolution of electric vehicle systems.
Explore the fascinating realm of electric vehicles (EVs) in our "Electric Vehicle Systems" course. This comprehensive journey is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of EV components, propulsion systems, batteries, charging tech, performance characteristics, and their environmental impact. If you're intrigued by the future of sustainable transportation, you've come to the right place.
What's included
12 videos4 readings2 assignments
12 videos•Total 69 minutes
- Welcome and Meet Your Instructor•3 minutes
- Introduction to Electric Vehicle Components & Systems (Part 1)•10 minutes
- Introduction to Electric Vehicle Components & Systems (Part 2)•8 minutes
- Introduction to Electric Vehicle Components & Systems (Part 3)•4 minutes
- The Advantages of Electric Vehicles•7 minutes
- Environmental Benefits of Electric Vehicles•3 minutes
- AC Charging for Electric Vehicles•7 minutes
- DC Fast Charging: Key Significance•8 minutes
- Emerging Trends in Wireless Charging•3 minutes
- Exploring Electric Vehicle Acceleration•5 minutes
- Range & Efficiency in Electric Vehicles•6 minutes
- Factors Influencing Electric Vehicle Performance•5 minutes
4 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Welcome to the Course: Lesson Overview•5 minutes
- Components & Systems for Electric Vehicles•5 minutes
- Electric Vehicle Charging Systems: Comprehensive Review•5 minutes
- How Electric Cars are Reshaping the Basis of Car Performance•5 minutes
2 assignments•Total 60 minutes
- Final Assessment•30 minutes
- Your Turn! EV Concepts in Practice •30 minutes
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