Course Information
Under the Singapore Green Plan 2030 (SGP30), LTA has a comprehensive Electric Vehicle (EV) Roadmap to ramp up the efforts for EV adoption, such as setting a target of 60,000 EV charging points by 2030. With the advancement of EV technology, the cost of buying an EV and ICE vehicle may be similar by the mid-2020s.
More car owners are buying EVs with the prices of EVs becoming more attractive and more accessibility to the charging infrastructure. Since EVs are new, especially to the independent workshops, staff upgrade is necessary for EVs technology.
Currently, there are more than 10,000 staff working in the automotive industry. There is a high demand for EV training as the government needs to spend the next 10 to 20 years upgrading workers on EV technology.
This course is suitable for technicians, technical executives, customer service advisors, workshop managers, engineers and personnel in automotive engineering.
For more information, please refer here.
Learning Outcomes
For learners who have a basic understanding on Electric Vehicles and its technology and looking for more in-depth knowledge on the topics.
Course
Schedule
Course Date: 28 Sep 2024
Application Period: 30 Jul 2024 – 08 Sep 2024
Duration: 64 hours
Day: Every Saturday
Time: 9am – 6pm
Delivery Mode: Classroom
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Lesson Plan
Electrical safety is paramount in handling hybrid and electric vehicles. Besides meeting the requirements of the National EV Specialist Safety (NESS) Certification, Workplace Safety and Health for Electrical Safety at Proficiency Level 1, this module focuses on electrical fundamentals that lay the foundation for understanding subsequent EV and HEV topics. The participants will be equipped with the knowledge and hands-on practice on DC & AC power, electrical circuits, the relationship between electricity and magnetism, the functions and operations of some basic electronic components such as diodes and transistors, and their applications in an electric vehicle, and the sizing and troubleshooting of electrical wires, fuses & relays.
Participants will learn how to work safely with high voltage systems to minimise risks and hazards and meet the requirements of Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) policies and procedures.
The following will be introduced and demonstrated:
- The effects of alternating and direct current on humans;
- Basic hazards associated with high voltage;
- Potential hazards that may arise from an EV that has been damaged by fire, impact or overcharging; types of suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) for EV and HEV;
- Methods that car manufacturers use to provide protection from high voltage components;
- Types of measuring equipment and tools for HEV and EV;
- EV and HEV high voltage wiring and components;
- Proper precautions and steps to isolate and reconnect high voltage components;
- Risks in the event of electrical incidents;
- Common causes of electrical accidents at the workplace.
Electric vehicles are exposed to high risk during charging. This module will introduce:
- the different types of EV chargers, their fundamentals, operations, charging modes, charging characteristics and the EV charging process. Coverage includes the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manual on EV and/or HEV charging and types of personal protective equipment (PPE) for operating in a high-voltage (HV) work environment.
Participants will also learn the functions and operations of EV motor/generator and on-vehicle control system, including the on-board charging system and regenerative braking system, i.e. the full spectrum of EV powertrain structure, configuration and operation.
The battery is a key component system of the electric and hybrid vehicle. Its importance in the safe operation & maintenance of EV & HEV cannot be over-emphasized. With the guideline from the National EV Specialist Safety (NESS) Certification on Electric Vehicle and Hybrid Electric Vehicle Battery Management, the module will cover the following:
- Types of electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) battery design and configuration;
- EV and/or HEV battery characteristics and charging capacity;
- Fundamentals of EV and HEV battery charging principles;
- Functions and operations of the battery management system;
- Types of tools and equipment to perform EV and HEV battery measurement;
- Safety procedures and methods on electrical isolation on EV and HEV battery;
- Methods to conduct EV and HEV battery inspection;
- Methods to conduct EV and HEV battery evaluation;
- Methods to store and transport EV and/or HEV batteries;
- Organisational standards operating procedures (SOPs) on EV and HEV battery management;
- Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manual on EV and HEV battery management
- Types of personal protective equipment (PPE) for operating in a high-voltage (HV) work environment.
Vehicle maintenance plays a key role in vehicle roadworthiness as proper maintenance can prolong the vehicle’s lifespan and reduce vehicle maintenance costs. Following the guideline of NESS TSC on Electric Vehicle and Hybrid Electric Vehicle Maintenance Management, this module covers the fundamental knowledge of EV and HEV routine servicing of non-high voltage automotive components.
Topics include:
- Differences between the electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV);
- Types and functions of EV and HEV systems, components and operational principles;
- Types of tools and equipment to perform routine EV and/or HEV servicing;
- EV and HEV service and maintenance plan coverage;
- Safety procedures and methods on electrical isolation on EV and HEV;
- Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manual;
- Types of personal protective equipment (PPE) for operating in a high-voltage (HV) work environment.
The major systems to be covered for the maintenance will include:
- Air-conditioning system
- Brake system
- HEV engine
- Power steering
- Tire and suspension system
- Lighting and wiper systems
Trainer's Profile
Benjamin holds a Master's in Science in Electrical Electronic Engineering from the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and a Bachelor's with Honors in Electrical Power Engineering from Newcastle University. In addition, he has a diploma in Electrical Engineering from Ngee Ann Polytechnic, specialising in clean energy. During his academic journey, Benjamin successfully completed two final year projects involving the design of dynamic wireless chargers for electric vehicles using Ansoft Maxwell for simulation and hardware construction.
Benjamin’s academic background has equipped him with the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to excel in the field of electrical engineering. He have a strong understanding of electrical installation & systems, circuit analysis, power electronics and renewable energy sources.
Benjamin started his career in at ST Engineering Electronics, he led teams in testing and commissioning communication systems for railway projects, specifically the TeTRA radio system. Working both locally and overseas, Benjamin collaborated with various railway stakeholders, such as BTS and BEM in Thailand and SMRT and LTA in Singapore. Following his time at ST Engineering Electronics, Benjamin worked as a Senior Engineer in an electrical contractor, Bintai Kindenko. During his time in Bintai Kindenko, he worked on a few electrical projects on the provision of electrical services. Now at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Benjamin teaches the students from the Diploma of Electrical Engineering, where he teaches Electrical Installation Design, Electrical Fundamentals, Power Electronics and manage internships programmes.
Benjamin also teaches the National EV Specialist Safety programme, focusing on EV charging infrastructure’s electrical safety and provisions.
Certification
Students who attained at least 75% attendance and successfully completed the required assessments will be awarded Statements of Attainment from SkillsFuture Singapore.
Entry Requirements
– Applicants should preferably have NTC 2 or Nitec with 3 years related working experience; or a Diploma with 1 year related working experience.
– Please provide your academic certificate(s) and resume at the point of application.
Course Fees
Funding period for this course is from 12 Aug 2022 to 30 Sep 2024.
SkillsFuture Credit
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay for a wide range of approved skills-related courses. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website to choose from the courses available on the Training Exchange course directory.
Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)
NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year (or up to $500 for NTUC members aged 40 years old and above) when you sign up for courses supported under UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme). Please visit e2i’s website to find out more.
Enhanced training support for SMEs
For enhanced training support for SMEs, enter SME in the promo code during course application.
Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) holders, please furnish the following documents to the course administrator to qualify for SSG funding:
Self-sponsored learner (**LTVP+): Copy of your green visit pass card, with the word ‘PLUS’ on the back of the card.
Co-sponsored learner (##LTVP+): Copy of valid and current Letter of Consent (LOC) from MOM
GST Increment in 2024
Please note that the GST rate will be revised to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024. As such any payable course fees will be subjected to the new GST rate adjustments in 2024. Please refer to our STEP portal for the updated fees. (Click on STEP)
Note:
- The fees below are determined based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review and revision.
- Please refer to our FAQs for more information.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Applicants / Eligibility | Fees |
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Full course fee | $2943.00 |
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Singapore Citizen | $342.90 |
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs - SPR & LTVP+ | $342.90 |
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizen aged 40 and above | $342.90 |
SkillsFuture Baseline Funding for Singapore Citizen Aged Below 40 | $882.90 |
SkillsFuture Baseline Funding for SPR/LTVP+ | $882.90 |