Course Catalog Information (24-25)
APRN 67A
Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Course Description
Understanding the functions of automotive hybrid propulsion systems. Operating characteristics of hybrid drive systems. Integration of high voltage power supplies and energy storage systems. Operating fundamentals of DC to DC converters. Relationship of internal combustion engines and motor generators. Function and design of regenerative braking systems. Operation of hybrid transmission systems and power splitting devices. Application of the high expansion ratio cycle. Understanding the safety aspects of service hybrid electric vehicles. Utilization of special diagnostic equipment for hybrid electrical systems and related subsystems. Appropriate repair protocol for hybrid electrical systems. Maintenance and servicing of hybrid vehicles.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Identify the function of an automotive hybrid propulsion system.
Course Details
- Units
- 4.5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4.5
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Gen Ed
- Non-GE Class
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Transferability
- Transferable to CSU only
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Prerequisite(s)
- Corequisite(s)
- Advisory(ies)
Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills
- Limitation(s) on Enrollment
- Open only to apprentices in the Automotive Technologies Apprenticeship Program an approved program by the Division of Apprenticeship Standards.