Electric Vehicle Batteries, Technology and Industry

Description:

This Master's program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of electric vehicle batteries, encompassing technology, manufacturing, industry applications, and sustainability. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills through laboratory sessions, internships, and a capstone project. The program aims to prepare graduates for leadership roles in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle industry.

Duration: 3 semesters

Mode: Online and in person

Degree: Diploma

Cost: $5550 (financial assistance available)

Curriculum:

Semester 1: Foundation Courses

• Introduction to Electric Vehicles (EVs)

  • History, current state, and future trends of electric vehicles.

  • Overview of global EV market and industry players.

• Energy Storage Fundamentals

  • Principles of electrochemistry and energy storage technologies.

  • Basics of battery technologies beyond electric vehicles.

• Materials Science for Battery Applications

  • Properties and selection of materials used in electric vehicle batteries.

  • Impact of material choices on battery performance and sustainability.

• Battery Management Systems (BMS)

  • Introduction to BMS architecture and functions.

  • Role of BMS in optimizing battery performance and safety.

• Electric Vehicle Design and Integration

  • Integration of batteries into electric vehicle design.

  • Considerations for optimizing efficiency, range, and safety.

Semester 2: Advanced Battery Technologies

• Lithium-ion Battery Technology

  • In-depth study of lithium-ion batteries, their variants, and advancements.

  • Understanding cathode, anode, electrolyte materials, and design.

• Next-Generation Battery Technologies

  • Emerging battery technologies beyond lithium-ion (e.g., solid-state, lithium-sulfur).

  • Assessment of their potential in electric vehicles.

• Battery Manufacturing Processes

  • Overview of battery production processes and technologies.

  • Quality control and scalability considerations.

• Advanced Battery Characterization Techniques

  • Techniques for analyzing battery performance, degradation, and failure.

  • Laboratory sessions on battery testing and characterization.

• Environmental Impact and Sustainability

  • Life cycle analysis of electric vehicle batteries.

  • Strategies for recycling and disposal of end-of-life batteries.

Semester 3: Industry Applications and Research

• Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

  • Overview of charging technologies and infrastructure development.

  • Integration of battery technologies with charging systems.

• Electric Vehicle Policy and Regulation

  • Examination of global policies and regulations impacting electric vehicles.

  • Case studies on policy-driven market developments.

• Industry Internship/Research Project

  • Placement within the electric vehicle industry or research institution.

  • Application of knowledge to real-world scenarios.

• Business and Economics of Electric Vehicles

  • Economic models, market dynamics, and business strategies in the electric vehicle industry.

  • Financial considerations and investment trends.

Electives (Choose at least 2):

• Advanced Topics in Battery Safety

• Electric Vehicle Integration with Renewable Energy

• Electric Vehicle Fleet Management

• Electric Vehicle Cybersecurity

Capstone Project:

• Collaborative research project or industry-driven case study related to electric vehicle batteries, technology, and industry.

Seminar Series and Industry Symposiums:

• Attendance and participation in seminars and symposiums led by industry experts, researchers, and thought leaders in electric vehicle battery technologies.