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Electric Vehicle Automotive Training (Blast Detroit)

Format
Hybrid (In-Person + Online)
On-Site (Provider Facility)
Duration
8 weeks

8-week, blended pre-apprentice program covering combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicle fundamentals, diagnostics, and high-voltage safety. Includes hands-on shop labs, EV/HEV battery testing & BMS basics, electrical/electronics, sensors & controls, and maintenance. Prepares participants for ASE study and connects graduates with placement support.

Blast Detroit (BBG)

Program Details

Key Information

Duration
8 weeks
Format
Hybrid (In-Person + Online)
On-Site (Provider Facility)

Prerequisites

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Basic Electrical Knowledge

Course Curriculum

Modules

• Intro to Advanced EV/HEV Technologies
• High-Voltage Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout
• HV Vehicle Safety Systems Diagnostics
• Lithium-ion Battery Testing & Assessment; BMS fundamentals
• EV/HEV Power Electronics (inverters, converters, controllers)
• Sensors, Data Acquisition & Vehicle Networks
• Regenerative Braking Systems
• Climate Control in EV/HEV
• Routine EV Maintenance & Service Procedures

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate HV safety procedures and use of PPE.
• Perform basic EV/HEV diagnostics on batteries, inverters, and controllers.
• Interpret sensor/network data for troubleshooting.
• Complete routine EV maintenance tasks.
• Identify ASE certification pathways and exam prep steps.

Contact

Training Contact Name
Blast Detroit – Program Coordinator
Training Contact Email Address
Training Contact Phone

Additional Information

Keyword
Education
EV Development
Degree Type
Certificate of Achievement
Geographic Scope
Regional
Longevity
Ongoing
Attendance
Hybrid
Training Provider Type
Nonprofit / Industry Consortium
Audience / Employee Role
Entry-Level Technician
Maintenance Staff
Production / Assembly Worker
Certification Offered
Certificate of Completion
Delivery Location
On-Site (Provider Facility)
Target Skill Level
Introductory / Foundational