Moving with the times to keep on top of an evolving market

While hybrids have been around for more than 12 years, less than 5% of technicians in the UK are qualified to service them, according to the IMI. This means that as electric vehicles become more prominent on our roads, garages are missing out on a key revenue stream – currently, if you search online for a hybrid or EV-certified repairer, drivers will almost always find themselves booking into a dealership. There is a real opportunity for garages to get ahead of the curve and make sure they stand out from the crowd.

We offer awards in hybrid and electric vehicle maintenance through our AutoEducation Academy, at levels 2, 3 and 4. All of these courses cover safety management essentials, before going into various levels of technical detail.

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

· Terminology

· Types of hybrid / EV layouts

· Safety procedures

· Operational conditions

· Auto-stop systems

· Construction and function of hybrid systems

· Handling hybrid components and safety procedures

· Component operation

· Construction and function of components

All capabilities covered as part of the Level 2 course, plus:

· Construction and function of electrically propelled systems

· Identification of control units, components and motor assembly

· Battery construction and operation

· Brushless motor construction and operation

· 3-phase principles

· Motor control

· Electrical regeneration

· Inverter voltage rectification and regulation

Suitable for technicians who have already completed their Level 3 qualification, this course includes:

· HV battery management

· Sensor components, construction and function

· Battery failure diagnosis and repair procedures

· Inverter construction and function

· 3-phase construction and function

· Resolver operation and monitoring

· Fault diagnosis

· HV component repair

· Safety management processes

Get in touch with the AutoEducation Academy team to find out more