Comprehensive Training in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) & Charging Station Design

Introduction

This course is tailored to provide in-depth knowledge of Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) and the infrastructure required to support them, particularly EV charging stations. It covers fundamental concepts, system architecture, battery technologies, power electronics, motor control, energy management strategies, and the design and layout of EV charging infrastructure. Ideal for mechanical, electrical, and automotive engineers, this course bridges the gap between vehicle electrification and modern sustainable transport solutions.

Modules and Content

Module 1: Introduction to Vehicle Electrification
  • Overview of hybrid and electric vehicles
  • Classification: HEV, PHEV, BEV, FCEV
  • Evolution and global trends in e-mobility
  • Series, parallel, and series-parallel hybrids
  • Power split devices and drivetrain configurations
  • Key components: ICE, motor, battery, inverter, controller
  • Battery chemistries (Li-ion, LFP, NMC, etc.)
  • Battery management systems (BMS)
  • Charging/discharging cycles, efficiency, and thermal management
  • Inverters, converters, and power control units
  • BLDC and PMSM motor working principles
  • Regenerative braking and torque distribut
  • Drive cycles and efficiency optimization
  • Torque-speed characteristics
  • Control strategies and fuel economy
  • Types of charging: AC Level 1 & 2, DC Fast Charging
  • EVSE components and grid integration
  • Charging protocols (CCS, CHAdeMO, GB/T)
  • Site planning and load estimation
  • Safety requirements and electrical design
  • Layout and installation standards (IEC, NEC)
  • OCPP protocol and communication with grid
  • Smart metering and dynamic load management
  • Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) concept and implementation
  • Global and Indian standards: ARAI, IEC, ISO
  • Safety in high voltage systems
  • Government incentives and complian
  • Simulation of HEV drivetrain using MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent
  • Design of a model EV charging station (technical layout, sizing, components)
  • Presentation and documentation

Scope & Advantages

With the global shift toward sustainable transportation, hybrid and electric vehicles have become a core area of innovation and employment. This course offers students a competitive edge by equipping them with interdisciplinary skills in vehicle engineering, power systems, and infrastructure development. The rise in EV adoption has also driven massive demand for skilled professionals capable of designing and managing charging station projects for residential, commercial, and public sectors.

Reference

  • “Piping Handbook” by Mohinder L. Nayyar ,
  • “Process Piping: The Complete Guide to ASME B31.3” by Charles Becht IV,
  • “Pipe Stress Engineering” by Liang-Chuan Peng and Tsen-Loong Peng
  • “Piping Design Handbook” by John J. McKetta Jr.
  • “The Planning Guide to Piping Design” by Richard Beale and David R. Sherwood