Green Vehicle Technician

Program Overview

In the two-year Green Vehicle Technology diploma, students will gain foundational knowledge and skills for working with electrical vehicles (EV), including EV safety, EV ownership, operational knowledge, environmental impacts, future technologies and electrical fundamentals.

international only

Program Details

Program Code

GVN1

Credential:

Ontario College Diploma

Duration

60 Weeks

International Students

Start Dates

Locations

Availability

Full Time Offerings

2024 September

London

Open

2025 January

London

Open

2025 May

London

Open

Your Learning Experience

The Green Vehicle Technician program will be delivered face-to-face in cutting-edge EV vehicle shops that have state-of-the-art tools and diagnosing equipment. Students will gain hands-on experience completing practical labs, including general electrical, electrical/electronic circuits, schematics and components, communications, bench trainers, and on-vehicle fault diagnosis.

Advanced topics will include power systems, rechargeable energy storage systems (RESS), fuel cells, EV controls, EV maintenance, HVAC, and advanced electrical, electronics, and communications. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, the curriculum will evolve to incorporate other green vehicle technologies, such as hydrogen fuel cells and hydrogen technology.

Global demand for EVs is projected to grow six fold in the next few years from 6.5 million annual unit sales to approximately 40 million units. Additionally, the Federal Government has set targets for one-fifth of all passenger cars, SUVs, and trucks sold in Canada to be electric vehicles by 2026, increasing to 60% of sales by 2030 and 100% of sales in 2035.

Meeting these targets requires workers with the knowledge and skills to assemble, service, repair, promote, and sell these electric vehicles and their components.

This diploma program also offers pathways into the Automotive Sales and Automotive Service Management graduate certificate program.

Career Information

Graduates of this program will be prepared for employment with EV manufacturers and dealers in servicing, parts, warranty claims, merchandising sales, and insurance estimating. Graduates of the program will also be well positioned to enter the workplace in the automotive service technician trade for an apprenticeship.

Learning Outcomes

Analyze, diagnose, and solve various faults in motive vehicle electrical systems in compliance to manufacturing specifications.
Diagnose and repair climate control and HVAC systems, and electrical, electronic, and personal safety components in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
Identify, inspect, and conduct tests on basic engine systems, drive train systems, suspension, steering and brake systems on both internal combustion power train, and electrified vehicles to manufacturers’ recommendations.
Use a variety of troubleshooting techniques to address technical problems and solve issues according to manufacturer specifications.
Assist in quality-control and quality-assurance programs and procedures in accordance with related industry standards and policies.
Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance, and work relationships.
Complete work on green technology and electrified vehicles and components ethically and in compliance with occupational, health, safety, and environmental law, policies, and codes.
Prepare and interpret electrical schematics in compliance with related industry quality standards.
Select, disassemble and assemble electric and green vehicle components to required specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
Document and communicate service and technical information such as repair or part requirements to improve customer service.