Battery and Electric Vehicle Technologies

Program details

The AZNext Battery and Electric Vehicles Technologies Specialization program introduces participants to batteries for various applications, including electric vehicles. It is 100% online and self-paced to accommodate working schedules with flexible sessions. Over 16 modules, you'll gain the skill to critically analyze battery management systems technology needed for electric vehicles.

This specialization program covers the following five primary course topics:

While the program allows you to take the topics in any order, we recommend taking the primary course topics in order if you have no previous experience with battery technology. It takes approximately 35-40 hours to complete the program. Each module includes readings, exercises, labs, and written reports. You'll earn a certificate for each module you successfully complete.

Who is this program for?

The AZNext electric vehicle battery training is designed for beginners without previous knowledge of battery technology. It is ideal for entry-level workers looking to upskill or experienced workers wanting to sharpen their skills.

Program participants must be:

• 17 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED
• An Arizona resident who is unemployed or underemployed looking to upskill and retrain

What will I learn?

Participants of the AZNext electric vehicle battery training program have specialized, in-demand skills taught by university and industry experts. You'll master subjects and tools with hands-on projects and develop a deep understanding of key concepts.

Learning themes:

• Batteries and their types, applications, architecture
• Battery cell chemistries
• Battery charging modes and standards
• Battery management systems, cell balancing, wire harness, and battery connectors

What careers can this program lead to?

Upon successfully completing the AZNext Battery and Electric Vehicles Technologies Specialization program, you'll receive a Career Certificate from Coursera and a digital certificate from AZNext and ASU. This specialized program can start you on an assembling and fabricating career in the fast-growing segments of batteries, electric vehicles, and alternative energy.

For example, the lithium-ion battery value chain is set to grow by over 30 percent annually from 2022 to 2030, in line with the rapid uptake of electric vehicles and other clean energy technologies.