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EV Battery Technology Course Online – Learn Lithium-Ion Batteries, BMS & EV Battery Systems

Develop practical, industry-oriented knowledge of electric vehicle battery technologies, lithium-ion battery electrochemistry,
battery pack sizing and architecture, Battery Management Systems (BMS), cell balancing, testing, diagnostics, thermal management,
and battery safety through IISE’s comprehensive three-month online training programme.

Duration
3 Months
Delivery
Live + Recorded
Certification
IISE + CERT
Eligibility
10+2 / ITI / Diploma
Programme Fee
₹19,999

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EV Battery Technology Course Online

AIS-156 & AIS-038 REV 2 COMPLIANT CONCEPTS

Build Your Expertise in EV Battery Technology - EV Battery Technology Course Online

The electric vehicle revolution is fundamentally an electrochemical energy storage revolution. As India accelerates the adoption of electric 2-wheelers, commercial 3-wheelers, passenger vehicles, and electric buses, the industry requires skilled engineers and technicians with specialized competence in lithium-ion chemistry, cell-to-pack integration, intelligent BMS control, and precision diagnostics.

⚡ Electrochemistry & Form Factors

Master lithium-ion intercalation physics, commercial cathode formulations (LFP, NMC 622/811, NCA), and mechanical packaging across cylindrical (18650, 21700), prismatic, and pouch cell geometries.

🔋 Battery Pack Engineering & Sizing

Learn series and parallel stringing, voltage/capacity aggregation, busbar welding standards, shock-dampened modular enclosures, and IP67/IP68 weather-sealed mechanical integration.

🛡️ Intelligent BMS & Safety Protocols

Analyze BMS Analog Front End (AFE) circuits, Coulomb-counting SOC estimation, active/passive cell balancing, multi-stage protection cutoffs, and CAN Bus J1939 digital telemetry.

🔍 Testing, Diagnostics & Servicing

Execute precision AC internal resistance (IR) screening, load bank capacity discharge cycling, differential voltage fault identification, and standardized battery audit reporting.

Why Study EV Battery Technology?

Batteries represent 40% to 50% of the total manufacturing cost and technical value of modern electric vehicles. Understanding energy storage systems places you at the center of the clean energy and automotive transition.

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Accelerating EV Adoption

National initiatives (FAME II, EMPS, PLI schemes) and corporate fleet decarbonization are multiplying electric two-wheeler and commercial vehicle sales nationwide.

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Lithium-Ion Dominance

Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and NMC chemistries provide the indispensable power density and cycle longevity powering 95%+ of traction applications.

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Energy Density Optimization

Maximizing driving range requires deep engineering literacy in cell-to-pack volumetric efficiency, lightweight casing materials, and minimal parasitic busbar resistance.

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Critical Safety & Thermal Compliance

Mandated compliance with AIS-156 and AIS-038 Rev 2 safety regulations requires technicians who understand thermal runaway propagation barriers and flame venting.

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Lifecycle & Degradation Management

Effective SOH tracking, impedance monitoring, and cell balancing protocols directly extend battery pack operational lifespan and preserve vehicle resale value.

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Advanced Fast-Charging Protocols

Managing multi-kilowatt DC fast charging demands detailed understanding of CC-CV curves, dynamic thermal throttling, and CCS2 / Bharat DC handshake communications.

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Recycling & Circular Economy

India’s Battery Waste Management Rules 2022 enforce EPR targets, creating massive demand for second-life stationary storage repurposing and hydrometallurgical recycling.

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Assembly & Service Careers

Rapid growth across gigafactories, custom battery pack builders, and dealership EV diagnostic workshops is opening strong employment and entrepreneurship avenues.

Key Programme Highlights

A rigorous, industry-calibrated learning experience engineered to build practical technical competencies.

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3 Months Structured Programme

Systematic progression from electrochemical fundamentals to advanced BMS testing and diagnostics.

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Online Live Instructor-Led Classes

Direct real-time interaction, live software breakdowns, instrument demonstrations, and Q&A.

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24/7 Access to Recorded Lectures

Permanent access to high-definition lecture recordings for flexible revision at your convenience.

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Industry-Oriented Curriculum

Designed in technical alignment with automotive EV battery manufacturing and servicing standards.

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Comprehensive Battery Curriculum

Deep-dive coverage of LFP, NMC, cylindrical, prismatic, and pouch cell battery systems.

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Battery Pack Assembly Concepts

Step-by-step assembly workflows, spot welding parameters, and insulation layering protocols.

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BMS Testing & CAN Bus Telemetry

Practical analysis of Analog Front Ends, current shunts, cell balancing, and CAN error sniffing.

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Electrical Diagnostics & Fault Finding

Techniques for measuring AC/DC internal resistance, capacity fade, and cell imbalance.

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Safety & Thermal Management

Engineering principles for air/liquid cooling, thermal runaway mitigation, and high-voltage PPE.

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Industrial Case Studies

Detailed analyses of production electric 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers, cars, and commercial fleets.

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Entrepreneurship & Servicing Exposure

Blueprint for launching independent battery diagnostics clinics, repair shops, and pack assembly.

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Joint IISE + CERT Certification

Official Certificate of Completion awarded jointly by IISE and CERT upon course completion.

Who Should Enrol in This Course?

Whether you are initiating your technical education, upgrading from automotive mechanics, or launching an EV enterprise, this programme provides tailored value.

Foundation Pathway
10+2 & High School Pass

Students seeking early technical specialization in the clean energy and EV sector with strong career potential.

Skill Upgrade
ITI Students & Technicians

Electrician, Wireman, MMV, and Electronics certificate holders transitioning to high-voltage EV battery maintenance.

Technical Advancement
Polytechnic Diploma Holders

Diploma engineers (EEE, Mechanical, Automobile, ECE) seeking applied battery pack design and diagnostic credentials.

Engineering Specialization
Engineering Graduates

B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech graduates seeking specialized domain competence in cell sizing, BMS logic, and EV pack engineering.

Industry Transition
Automotive Service Professionals

Experienced mechanics and garage owners expanding their service offerings into electric vehicle battery repair and testing.

Commercial Blueprint
Clean-Tech Entrepreneurs

Business founders and fleet operators planning to establish EV battery clinics, pack assembly lines, or swapping hubs.

Who Can Apply?

Transparent, inclusive entry criteria designed to support motivated learners across technical and academic disciplines.


Confirmed Minimum Criteria

10+2 Pass / ITI / Diploma / Graduates

Candidates who have completed Class 10+2, any ITI trade certification, a 3-year polytechnic diploma, or a bachelor’s degree in any discipline are fully eligible to enrol.

Course Delivery
100% Online
Live + Recorded

Recommended Backgrounds (Not Mandatory):

Candidates with prior exposure to electrical systems, electronics, mechanical fabrication, or automobile engineering will find the technical content particularly intuitive. However, the curriculum begins with fundamental electrochemistry and electrical units, making it accessible to any dedicated learner with basic numeracy.


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What You Will Learn – Core Competencies

Master 15 comprehensive technical competencies from basic electrochemistry to battery system commissioning.


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Understand lithium-ion battery chemistry, redox kinetics, and operating principles.

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Identify different commercial battery cell formats (18650, 21700, prismatic, pouch).

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Master battery module and pack mechanical architecture with IP67/IP68 sealing.

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Calculate and interpret battery voltage, capacity (Ah), energy (Wh/kWh), and C-rates.

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Design series and parallel string configurations (e.g., 16S, 20S, 72V packs).

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Understand Battery Management System (BMS) master-slave hardware architecture.

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Implement multi-stage voltage, current, and thermal protection cutoffs.

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Analyze CC-CV charging curves, DC fast charging handshakes, and thermal throttling.

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Execute AC internal resistance (IR) screening and capacity load discharge diagnostics.

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Engineer battery thermal management (passive, air-cooled, liquid cold plates).

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Follow standard battery pack assembly workflows, spot welding, and busbar fastening.

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Assess capacity fade mechanisms, SEI layer growth, and lifecycle optimization.

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Understand EV charging infrastructure, CCS2, and Bharat DC-001 protocols.

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Explore second-life battery repurposing in solar BESS and material recycling.

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Evaluate EV battery business models, diagnostic clinic setup, and cost estimation.

Comprehensive EV Battery Technology Curriculum

A rigorous, 14-module syllabus covering 100% of the original course requirements and substantially expanded for industry readiness. Expand each module below to view detailed lecture topics and practical activities.

Module Overview: Establish a foundational understanding of electric mobility architecture, global and Indian decarbonization targets, EV subsystems, powertrain integration, and the central role of electrochemical energy storage in transportation.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Evolution of electric mobility: Historical context, modern revival, and market drivers.
  • •Vehicle classification: Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV), and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV).
  • •High-level EV architecture and layout: Energy flow from grid to wheel.
  • •Powertrain fundamentals: Traction motor topologies (BLDC, PMSM, AC Induction), power electronic inverters, and transmission gearboxes.
  • •Motor and motor controller basics: Torque-speed characteristics, regenerative braking dynamics, and phase current management.
  • •Central role of batteries in electric vehicles: Energy storage, power delivery, weight distribution, and vehicle range impact.
  • •EV industry ecosystem in India: FAME-II, EMPS scheme, PLI schemes, battery swapping policy, and regulatory standards.
  • •Comparative lifecycle emissions and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) between internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and EVs.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Live teardown analysis of an electric two-wheeler powertrain layout and high-voltage bus integration schematic.

Module Overview: Master core electrochemical and physical principles governing electrical energy storage cells, thermodynamic redox reactions, and essential technical parameters.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Introduction to electrochemical energy storage: Primary vs. secondary cells, Faradaic vs. non-Faradaic processes.
  • •Fundamental battery terminology: Anode, cathode, electrolyte, separator, and current collectors.
  • •Key electrical parameters: Nominal voltage, open-circuit voltage (OCV), closed-circuit voltage (CCV), and internal resistance.
  • •Capacity and Energy ratings: Ampere-hours (Ah), Watt-hours (Wh), and kilowatt-hours (kWh) conversions and calculations.
  • •Gravimetric energy density (Wh/kg) vs. Volumetric energy density (Wh/L), and Power density (W/kg).
  • •Coulombic efficiency and round-trip energy efficiency in traction batteries.
  • •C-rate definitions: Discharge rates (0.5C, 1C, 2C, 3C) and charge acceptance limits.
  • •Depth of Discharge (DoD) vs. State of Charge (SOC) mathematical relationships and operational boundaries.
  • •State of Health (SOH) and State of Power (SOP) metrics and tracking methodologies.
  • •Battery degradation fundamentals: Cycle life vs. Calendar life, capacity fade, and impedance growth mechanisms.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Guided exercise: Calculating pack capacity, discharge current, run-time, and energy content under varying C-rate profiles.

Module Overview: Deep dive into lithium-ion cell chemistry, intercalation electrochemistry, commercially dominant formulations, form factors, and material degradation paths.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Working principles of lithium-ion intercalation: Lithium-ion transfer during charge and discharge cycles.
  • •Cell internal construction: Copper and aluminum current collectors, porous active materials, polymer binders, and separators.
  • •Anode materials: Synthetic and natural graphite, silicon-graphite composites, and lithium titanate (LTO).
  • •Cathode chemistries comparison: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP / LiFePO4), Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC 622, NMC 811), and Nickel Cobalt Aluminum (NCA).
  • •Electrolyte chemistry: Organic carbonate solvents (EC, DMC, EMC), LiPF6 salt, and functional electrolyte additives for SEI stabilization.
  • •Separator functionality: Polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) membranes, ceramic coatings, and thermal shutdown safety mechanisms.
  • •Commercial cell form factors: Cylindrical cells (18650, 21700, 4680), Prismatic hard-cased cells, and Pouch (laminated) cells.
  • •Pros and cons comparison: Safety, thermal stability, cycle longevity, energy density, cost per kWh, and Indian climatic suitability.
  • •Solid Electrolyte Interphase (SEI) layer growth, lithium plating under cold charging, and transition metal dissolution degradation paths.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Comparative cell teardown demonstration (video walkthrough) and cell parameter specification sheet analysis for 18650 and 21700 cells.

Module Overview: Step-by-step methodology to design, size, and engineer multi-cell battery packs from individual cells into fully integrated, rugged automotive modules.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Battery cell selection criteria: Voltage matching, capacity grading, internal resistance (IR) binning, and supplier tolerance.
  • •Series (S) and Parallel (P) string configuration logic: Increasing system voltage vs. increasing total ampere-hour capacity.
  • •Mathematical calculations: String voltage, continuous current draw, peak burst current, total Wh/kWh capacity, and pack weight estimation.
  • •Battery pack sizing for specific vehicle classes: Electric 2-wheelers (48V / 60V / 72V), 3-wheelers (51.2V LFP), and passenger cars (350V–400V).
  • •Module architecture and mechanical cell holding: Plastic cell spacers, compression plates, and shock-absorbing structural matrices.
  • •Busbars and electrical interconnections: Pure nickel strips vs. copper-nickel composite busbars; spot welding vs. ultrasonic laser welding.
  • •Battery enclosures: Sheet metal (CRCA, aluminum alloy) and flame-retardant composites (UL94-V0 rated) with IP67 / IP68 ingress protection.
  • •Electrical insulation and dielectric isolation: Epoxy sheets (FR4), Kapton polyimide tape, aerogel blankets, and mica barriers.
  • •Connectors, high-voltage interlocks (HVIL), heavy-duty power lugs, and automotive-grade wiring harnesses.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Live sizing template walkthrough: Configuring a 60V, 30Ah LFP battery pack (20S5P) for a commercial electric scooter from cell datasheets.

Module Overview: Comprehensive mastery of Battery Management System hardware, software control algorithms, cell monitoring, protection cutoffs, and digital communications.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Introduction to BMS: Primary functions, safety mandates, and regulatory compliance (AIS-156 & AIS-038 Rev 2).
  • •BMS hardware architecture: Centralized, modular, and distributed master-slave BMS topologies.
  • •Key hardware subsystems: Analog Front End (AFE) ICs, microcontrollers, high-side/low-side MOSFET switching arrays, and shunt resistors.
  • •Telemetry sensing: Multi-channel cell voltage sensing, Hall-effect current sensing, and distributed negative temperature coefficient (NTC) thermistors.
  • •State of Charge (SOC) estimation algorithms: Coulomb counting, Open Circuit Voltage (OCV) lookup tables, and Kalman filtering principles.
  • •State of Health (SOH) and State of Power (SOP) dynamic tracking algorithms.
  • •Cell balancing principles: Passive bleed balancing (dissipative resistors) vs. Active balancing (inductive/capacitive charge redistribution).
  • •Multi-stage protection thresholds: Over-voltage protection (OVP), Under-voltage protection (UVP), Over-current charge/discharge protection (OCP), and Short-circuit protection (SCP).
  • •Thermal protection cutoffs: High-temperature cut-off, low-temperature charge prevention, and sensor failure fallback.
  • •BMS communication protocols: UART, RS485, CAN Bus (J1939), and wireless Bluetooth telemetry apps.
  • •BMS testing procedures: Benchtop power supply simulation, cutoff threshold verification, and failure diagnostic troubleshooting.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Live demonstration: Programming and configuring an intelligent smart BMS via PC software; testing over-voltage and under-voltage cutoffs.

Module Overview: Understand battery charging dynamics, electrochemical charging stages, onboard vs. offboard chargers, DC fast charging architectures, and safety standards.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Battery charging electrochemistry: Constant Current (CC) and Constant Voltage (CV) charging cycle phases.
  • •Charging profiles and termination triggers: C/10 cutoff, delta-V sensing, and maximum charging timer safety stops.
  • •AC Charging vs. DC Fast Charging: Onboard Chargers (OBC) topologies, power ratings (3.3 kW, 7.2 kW), and offboard DC fast chargers (30 kW to 150 kW+).
  • •Commercial charging connector standards: Type 2 (Mennekes), CCS-2 (Combined Charging System), CHAdeMO, and Bharat DC-001 / AC-001.
  • •Charging protocols and handshake communications: IEC 61851, ISO 15118 (Plug & Charge), and OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol).
  • •Thermal generation during rapid charging and charger-to-BMS thermal throttling algorithms.
  • •Grid interaction and power quality: Power factor correction (PFC), harmonic distortion, and transformer capacity sizing.
  • •Charging safety interlocks: Pilot signal (CP/PP) verification, ground fault detection, and emergency stop circuits.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Simulated analysis: Reviewing real CC-CV charge curves, voltage-knee transitions, and BMS charge-rate throttling during temperature spikes.

Module Overview: Explore heat generation mechanisms in high-energy battery packs, cooling system engineering, thermal runaway physics, and propagation prevention.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Heat generation mechanisms: Joule heating (I²R losses), reversible electrochemical entropic heat, and overpotential heating.
  • •Optimal operating temperature envelopes: Why lithium-ion batteries require 15°C to 35°C for maximum lifespan and performance.
  • •Thermal degradation extremes: Capacity loss at cold temperatures vs. accelerated SEI growth and gassing at high temperatures (>45°C).
  • •Passive thermal management: Natural convection, heat sink fins, phase change materials (PCM), and structural heat spreading.
  • •Active air cooling: Forced convection ducting, blower fan selection, and air velocity profiling across cell arrays.
  • •Liquid cooling systems: Cold plates, extruded serpentine tubes, dielectric fluid immersion cooling, chillers, and radiator loops.
  • •Thermal runaway mechanisms: Solid electrolyte interface decomposition, separator meltdown, internal short-circuiting, and catastrophic combustion.
  • •Thermal propagation mitigation: Mica compression barriers, intumescent coatings, aerogel insulation pads, and directional flame exhaust vents.
  • •Thermal safety compliance: AIS-156 Amendment 3 requirements for cell-level thermal runaway propagation resistance.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Virtual simulation walkthrough: Comparing temperature distribution across air-cooled vs. liquid cold-plate cooled modular packs under 2C discharge.

Module Overview: Hands-on diagnostic workflows, test instrumentation, capacity verification, internal resistance testing, and root-cause fault identification.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Incoming quality control (IQC): Visual cell inspection, dimensional verification, and open-circuit voltage screening.
  • •Internal resistance measurement: AC internal resistance (AC-IR at 1 kHz) vs. DC internal resistance (DC-IR pulsed load method).
  • •Capacity discharge testing: Precision cyclers, load bank setup, constant current discharge profiling, and Ah yield measurement.
  • •Cell balancing diagnostics: Identifying drifting parallel groups, high-resistance interconnects, and mismatched capacity strings.
  • •Degradation analysis: Calculating percentage capacity fade, differential voltage analysis (dV/dQ), and incremental capacity analysis (dQ/dV).
  • •Electrical fault identification: NTC thermistor sensor failures, wire harness open circuits, solder fracture, and MOSFET gate drive faults.
  • •BMS diagnostic procedures: Scanning CAN error codes, viewing real-time cell delta voltages, and identifying false positive cutoff triggers.
  • •Preventive maintenance schedules: Scheduled cell rebalancing, torque checking on bolted busbars, and insulation resistance testing (megger testing).
  • •Documentation and health reporting: Standard battery diagnostic audit reports, warranty evaluation criteria, and battery health certificates.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Live diagnostic session: Using a multi-channel cell tester and precision IR meter to diagnose an unbalanced 48V battery pack.

Module Overview: Detailed step-by-step assembly process for EV battery packs, precision tooling, insulation standards, spot welding protocols, and quality sign-off.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Battery pack assembly workflow: From bare graded cells to sealed, tested, and certified automotive packs.
  • •Cell matching and sorting: Sorting by capacity (within ±10 mAh) and internal resistance (within ±1 mΩ) for optimal lifespan.
  • •Module assembly fixtures: Precision acrylic/aluminum assembly jigs and secure cell spacing to prevent vibration abrasion.
  • •Spot welding technology: Transistor spot welders, inverter welders, pneumatic welding heads, and nickel strip thickness selection (0.15mm vs. 0.2mm).
  • •Weld quality assessment: Pull-testing, weld nugget inspection, and avoiding excessive penetration into negative cell cans.
  • •Busbar bolting and torque standards: Torque wrenches, Belleville washers, thread locker, and contact resistance minimization.
  • •Dielectric insulation layering: Application of Nomex paper, Kapton tape, FR4 backing plates, and silicone thermal potting compounds.
  • •BMS sense lead harnessing: Wiring sequence rules (B-, B1, B2… B+), harness crimping, connector locking, and pinout verification before plug-in.
  • •High-voltage safety interlocks, manual service disconnects (MSD), and pre-charge resistor circuits to prevent inrush contactor welding.
  • •End-of-line (EOL) testing: Insulation resistance (Hi-Pot test), hermetic enclosure pressure leak test, and full charge-discharge cycle sign-off.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Comprehensive video-guided assembly breakdown: Step-by-step assembly, spot welding, BMS wiring, and enclosure sealing of a 60V EV pack.

Module Overview: Crucial high-voltage electrical safety, toxic gas hazards, personal protective equipment, storage regulations, transportation standards, and emergency response.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •High-voltage electrical hazards: DC shock risks, arc-flash hazards, and safety isolation boundaries above 60V DC.
  • •Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): 1000V rated insulated hand tools, dielectric gloves, face shields, and flame-retardant workwear.
  • •Short-circuit hazards and prevention: High-interrupting capacity (HIC) fuses, pyro-fuses, and fail-safe disconnect contactors.
  • •Toxic and flammable gassing risks: Hydrofluoric acid (HF), carbon monoxide (CO), and volatile organic compounds released during cell venting.
  • •Safe workshop storage protocols: Explosion-proof battery cabinets, sandbox fire containment, and temperature-controlled storage rooms.
  • •Transportation regulations: UN 38.3 testing standards for road, rail, and air freight transport of lithium-ion batteries.
  • •Damaged, defective, or recalled (DDR) battery management: Quarantine procedures and non-conductive vermiculite drum packaging.
  • •Fire suppression technologies: Class D fire extinguishers, deluge water cooling systems, and specialized aerosol fire extinguishing systems.
  • •Emergency response action plans: Rapid facility evacuation, thermal containment protocols, and emergency service coordination.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Safety audit walkthrough: Evaluating workshop floor layout, fire suppression placement, and personal protective equipment protocols.

Module Overview: Lifecycle progression of traction batteries, grading for stationary second-life storage, hydrometallurgical recycling, and Indian regulatory compliance.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •The EV battery lifecycle: Automotive retirement at 70% to 80% remaining capacity (SOH).
  • •Second-life battery applications: Repurposing retired EV packs for telecom tower backup, solar microgrids, and commercial UPS storage.
  • •Refurbishment and testing protocols for second-life batteries: Cell grading, module re-grouping, and replacement of degraded parallel strings.
  • •Recycling technologies: Pyrometallurgical smelting vs. Hydrometallurgical leaching and direct recycling methods.
  • •Critical material recovery yields: Extracting high-purity lithium carbonate, nickel sulfate, cobalt sulfate, copper, and graphite.
  • •Environmental and geopolitical impact of closed-loop battery recycling: Reducing dependence on raw mining imports.
  • •Battery Waste Management Rules (BWMR) 2022 in India: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) targets, producer obligations, and portal reporting.
  • •Economic feasibility and revenue models for battery collection, logistics, dismantling, and material processing.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Economic assessment exercise: Calculating residual asset value and payback period for repurposing a 20 kWh retired EV battery into a solar BESS.

Module Overview: Real-world engineering analyses of production battery systems across two-wheelers, three-wheelers, electric cars, and heavy commercial commercial vehicles.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Electric Two-Wheeler (E2W) battery architectures: Fixed vs. Swappable battery packs (48V to 72V, 2 kWh to 4 kWh).
  • •Electric Three-Wheeler (E3W) commercial systems: Heavy cyclic duty, high vibration resistance, and robust LFP packs (51.2V 100Ah).
  • •Passenger car battery systems: Under-floor skateboard architecture, liquid cooling plates, 400V / 800V bus systems (30 kWh to 80 kWh).
  • •Commercial bus and truck battery packs: Modular multi-string high-voltage systems (600V+, 250 kWh+), dual DC fast charging.
  • •Case Study 1: Troubleshooting sudden capacity drop in a delivery fleet electric scooter pack.
  • •Case Study 2: Field diagnosis of severe cell imbalance and premature BMS shutdown in an auto-rickshaw.
  • •Case Study 3: Overheating and thermal derating investigation in high-ambient summer driving conditions.
  • •Case Study 4: Analysis of blown pyro-fuses and contactor welding under rapid regenerative braking spikes.
  • •Case Study 5: Diagnostic evaluation of battery health after 1,200 repeated DC fast-charging cycles.
  • •Case Study 6: Sizing calculations for an electric cargo trike operating on an 80 km urban delivery route with 400 kg payload.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Interactive case study debrief: Step-by-step fault tree analysis of an actual field warranty failure in an EV battery pack.

Module Overview: Strategic commercial blueprint for launching and operating profitable EV battery servicing, diagnostic clinics, pack assembly, and charging solutions.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Commercial landscape: Identifying high-growth business opportunities in the Indian EV battery after-sales ecosystem.
  • •Model 1: Independent EV Battery Diagnostic & Servicing Centre (equipment needed, floor layout, revenue per job card).
  • •Model 2: Localized custom battery pack assembly and prototyping for retrofits, robotics, and agricultural equipment.
  • •Model 3: Preventative maintenance and fleet battery health management contracts for last-mile delivery companies.
  • •Model 4: Battery swapping station franchise operation and battery asset management.
  • •Model 5: Second-life battery repurposing and energy storage integration for rooftop solar systems.
  • •Capital expenditure (CapEx) breakdown: Cost of spot welders, cell cyclers, IR testers, electronic loads, and safety equipment.
  • •Operational expenditure (OpEx): Skilled technician salaries, workshop rent, electricity, consumable materials, and insurance.
  • •Regulatory approvals, factory licenses, pollution control board (SPCB) clearances, and GST compliance for battery workshops.
  • •Customer acquisition strategies, B2B fleet pitching, service level agreements (SLAs), and warranty policy drafting.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Business plan template walkthrough: 3-year financial projection, break-even analysis, and ROI calculation for an EV battery service centre.

Module Overview: Explore the next generation of energy storage chemistry, solid-state batteries, sodium-ion technology, battery swapping infrastructure, and V2G.
Detailed Syllabus Topics:
  • •Sodium-ion batteries (SIB): Chemistry, abundance of sodium, low-temperature performance, cost advantages, and commercial readiness.
  • •Solid-state lithium batteries: Ceramic and polymer solid electrolytes, eliminating flammability, and ultra-high energy density potential.
  • •Advanced silicon-anode and lithium-metal technologies for extending EV driving range beyond 800 km.
  • •Battery Swapping Infrastructure: Automated swapping stations, standardized pack form factors, and Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) economics.
  • •Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) technologies: Bidirectional power flow, grid peak shaving, and EV owner revenue streams.
  • •Smart Battery Passports and blockchain-enabled supply chain tracing: European and global ESG compliance mandates.
  • •AI and machine learning applications in predictive battery diagnostics, remaining useful life (RUL) estimation, and smart charging.
  • •Future outlook: The trajectory of battery manufacturing gigafactories in India and international clean energy transitions.
Practical / Demonstration Focus:
Technological evaluation: Comparing performance, cost, and commercial timeline curves for LFP vs. Sodium-ion vs. All-Solid-State cells.


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Move Beyond Theory – Understand Real-World EV Battery Systems

Applied engineering requires practical calculation mastery and diagnostic familiarity. Explore how core hands-on battery competencies are delivered through online live demonstrations, software models, and guided diagnostic exercises.

Live Demonstration
1. Battery Cell Identification & Screening

Screening cells for dimensional tolerance, OCV stability, and surface defect inspection.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Virtual Teardown
2. Battery Pack Architecture & CAD Teardown

Deconstructing production 48V and 72V packs into modular building blocks and thermal pads.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Calculation Template
3. Series-Parallel String Configuration

Mathematical modeling of 16S, 20S, and 96S string combinations for desired V and Ah.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Guided Exercise
4. Voltage, Current & Energy Sizing Calculations

Calculating continuous discharge amps, peak surge current, and required kWh capacity.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Live Demonstration
5. BMS Hardware Architecture & Shunt Setup

Wiring and calibrating Analog Front End sensing leads, current shunts, and NTC thermistors.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Bench Simulation
6. BMS Bench Testing & Cutoff Verification

Simulating over-voltage and under-voltage events with precision benchtop power supplies.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Instrument Workshop
7. Battery Diagnostics & AC-IR Impedance Testing

Measuring internal resistance at 1 kHz and identifying degraded high-impedance parallel groups.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Data Analysis Lab
8. Battery SOH & Capacity Fade Profiling

Executing controlled 0.5C and 1C discharge cycler tests to calculate remaining health percentage.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Engineering Model
9. Thermal Management Simulation

Evaluating cooling plate temperature differentials, heat dissipation, and airflow velocity.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Safety Walkthrough
10. High-Voltage Electrical Safety & PPE Protocols

Applying 1000V insulated hand tools, dielectric gloves, and arc-flash prevention protocols.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Fault Tree Exercise
11. Industrial Fault Analysis & Contactor Trips

Diagnosing contactor welding, blown pyro-fuses, and false positive BMS fault code triggers.

Delivered via 100% online demonstrations

Delivery Clarification: All practical activities in this course are conducted through instructor-led online live demonstrations, recorded laboratory walkthroughs, interactive calculation templates, and case studies. Physical laboratory access is not included in this online programme.

Real-World EV Battery Engineering Case Studies

Examine 6 realistic educational engineering case studies structured in a rigorous Problem → Technical Analysis → Learning Outcome format.

CASE STUDY CS-01
Field Engineering
Diagnosing Premature Range Loss in an Urban Delivery Electric Two-Wheeler
Electric Two-Wheeler (E2W) • 60V 30Ah NMC Pack

🚨 The Problem:
A commercial last-mile delivery fleet reports that after 6 months of daily fast charging (60 km/day), an electric scooter experiences a 35% reduction in real-world driving range (dropping from 85 km to 55 km per charge). The vehicle abruptly shuts down when the dashboard SOC meter displays 22%.

🔬 Technical Analysis:
Diagnostic testing using a multi-channel cell data logger reveals that parallel group #14 in the 16S configuration reaches the low-voltage cutoff threshold (2.85V) while the remaining 15 cell groups are still at 3.45V. Internal resistance measurement with a 1 kHz AC-IR meter indicates that group #14 exhibits an impedance of 48 mΩ compared to an average of 19 mΩ across other groups, caused by uneven thermal exposure adjacent to the onboard charger heat sink.

💡 Learning Outcome:
Students learn how cell imbalance and localized thermal gradients induce premature BMS low-voltage cutoffs despite healthy average pack energy. They master the use of cell logging tools, IR impedance diagnostics, and active rebalancing procedures to restore usable capacity.

CASE STUDY CS-02
Field Engineering
Resolving Severe Cell Imbalance & Charging Incompletion in an LFP Auto-Rickshaw Pack
Electric Three-Wheeler (E3W) • 51.2V 100Ah LFP Pack (16S)

🚨 The Problem:
An electric auto-rickshaw operator reports that the battery charger terminates the charging cycle after only 45 minutes, delivering just 40% of rated capacity. The BMS throws an intermittent ‘Over-Voltage Protection (OVP)’ error code on the instrument cluster.

🔬 Technical Analysis:
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) cells feature an exceptionally flat open-circuit voltage curve between 20% and 90% SOC, with a steep voltage knee above 3.45V. Individual cell voltage telemetry reveals that Cell #7 shoots up to 3.65V (triggering the BMS high-voltage protection trip) while Cells #1 through #6 are still at 3.32V (approx. 65% SOC). The passive bleed balancing resistors (35 mA bleed current) on the BMS were insufficient to correct a 12 Ah capacity divergence accumulated over months of partial-opportunity charging without full saturation.

💡 Learning Outcome:
Learners understand the electrochemical characteristics of LFP voltage knees, the limitations of low-current passive balancing during rapid charging, and how to execute a controlled saturation charge and manual bench rebalancing to realign cell groups.

CASE STUDY CS-03
Field Engineering
Investigating Battery Overheating & Thermal Derating During High-Ambient Summer Operations
Electric Light Commercial Vehicle (e-LCV) • 96V 150Ah Pack

🚨 The Problem:
During peak summer operations in central India with ambient temperatures exceeding 43°C, an electric light commercial vehicle experiences severe speed and torque derating on highway inclines. The driver dashboard displays an amber high-temperature warning light, and the vehicle enters limp-home mode.

🔬 Technical Analysis:
Thermal telemetry analysis indicates that the internal pack temperature reached 58°C under continuous 1.2C discharge during uphill cruising, exceeding the BMS critical thermal threshold (55°C). Inspection of the forced-air cooling ducting reveals dust accumulation on the intake filtration mesh, reducing airflow velocity by 65%. Furthermore, thermal imaging demonstrates hot spots exceeding 64°C in the central cell modules where heat dissipation was severely restricted by insufficient spacing.

💡 Learning Outcome:
Students understand the thermodynamics of Joule heating under high continuous current, the critical role of cooling air velocity and filter maintenance, and the design principles of thermal derating algorithms implemented in automotive BMS firmware.

CASE STUDY CS-04
Field Engineering
Troubleshooting Intermittent High-Voltage Contactor Lockouts & Inrush Faults
Electric Passenger Car • 350V 40 kWh Architecture

🚨 The Problem:
A passenger EV intermittently fails to enter ‘Ready’ drive mode after turning the ignition key. The vehicle sounds a diagnostic chime and stores a DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) indicating ‘Pre-Charge Resistor Over-Temperature / High-Voltage Contactor Open Failure’.

🔬 Technical Analysis:
High-voltage vehicle systems utilize a pre-charge circuit consisting of a current-limiting resistor and pre-charge relay to slowly energize the motor controller’s large DC-bus link capacitor bank (800 µF) before closing the main positive contactor. Oscilloscope testing demonstrates that the pre-charge resistor had suffered thermal fatigue and increased in resistance from 50 Ω to 480 Ω, causing the DC bus voltage to reach only 65% of pack voltage within the 300 ms pre-charge window. The BMS safety firmware detected the voltage discrepancy and aborted main contactor closure to prevent contactor welding.

💡 Learning Outcome:
Learners master high-voltage contactor safety circuits, pre-charge capacitor charging physics, oscilloscope diagnostic verification, and contactor arc-suppression mechanisms essential for passenger EV safety.

CASE STUDY CS-05
Field Engineering
Evaluating State of Health (SOH) & Impedance Growth After 1,200 Rapid DC Fast Charging Cycles
Fleet Electric Sedan • 400V 50 kWh NMC 811 Battery Pack

🚨 The Problem:
An EV taxi aggregator seeks an independent technical audit of a 3-year-old vehicle fleet that has been subjected to exclusive 50 kW DC fast charging twice daily, to assess remaining battery asset value, warranty eligibility, and suitability for second-life stationary storage.

🔬 Technical Analysis:
A complete 0.2C controlled laboratory discharge test measures the current pack capacity at 39.1 kWh, indicating an actual SOH of 78.2% (exceeding the 70% automotive retirement threshold). However, pulsed DC internal resistance (DC-IR) testing indicates a 72% increase in pack impedance compared to factory baseline. Differential voltage analysis (dV/dQ) reveals degradation dominated by loss of active lithium inventory (LLI) due to solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) growth and minor lithium plating on the graphite anode caused by repeated high C-rate charging at low state-of-charge.

💡 Learning Outcome:
Students gain expertise in executing standardized SOH capacity verification tests, interpreting differential voltage curves (dV/dQ), assessing the impact of fast-charging thermal stress, and compiling formal technical audit reports for commercial fleet operators.

CASE STUDY CS-06
Field Engineering
Sizing & Engineering a High-Durability Battery Pack for an Urban Delivery Electric 3-Wheeler
Commercial Electric Cargo Trike (L5N Category) • 51.2V LFP System

🚨 The Problem:
An EV start-up requires a custom battery pack specification for an electric cargo vehicle operating in dense urban stop-and-go traffic. The vehicle must carry a 450 kg payload, achieve a guaranteed 90 km real-world range per charge under Indian driving conditions, and withstand severe road shock and monsoon water splashing.

🔬 Technical Analysis:
Road load calculations establish an average energy consumption of 85 Wh/km with full payload, requiring 7.65 kWh of net usable energy for 90 km. Factoring in an 85% maximum Depth of Discharge (DoD) to ensure a 2,500-cycle lifespan and a 10% thermal derating margin, the gross battery pack capacity is calculated at 10.0 kWh (51.2V, 195Ah). The engineering design utilizes 3.2V 105Ah prismatic LFP cells configured in a 16S2P arrangement (total 32 cells), connected via laser-welded copper-nickel busbars inside a powder-coated IP67 CRCA steel enclosure with integrated silicone heating pads for cold mornings.

💡 Learning Outcome:
Students learn the complete step-by-step engineering calculation process: road load tractive force modeling, DoD derating, cell chemistry selection, series-parallel busbar layout, and mechanical enclosure ruggedization for commercial vehicle standards.

Explore Career Opportunities in the EV and Battery Industry

The electrification of India’s mobility sector is creating robust demand for skilled battery technicians, diagnostics specialists, and field service engineers.

💼 EV Battery Technician

Perform pack assembly, cell grading, electrical busbar fastening, and end-of-line testing in battery production units.

💼 Battery Testing & QA Technician

Operate automated battery cyclers, internal resistance meters, and environmental test chambers to verify batch quality.

💼 Battery Diagnostics Specialist

Diagnose field failure codes, cell voltage imbalances, and capacity fade across commercial EV fleet workshops.

💼 BMS Technician

Configure digital BMS firmware parameters, calibrate current shunts, and troubleshoot CAN Bus communication links.

💼 Battery Pack Assembly Technician

Execute spot welding on cylindrical and prismatic cell matrices, install dielectric insulation, and fit enclosures.

💼 EV Field Service Engineer

Support customer service networks, investigate battery warranty claims, and perform scheduled pack preventive maintenance.

💼 EV Maintenance Technician

Service complete high-voltage vehicle electrical systems, motor controllers, wiring harnesses, and battery packs.

💼 Battery Quality Control Assistant

Conduct incoming quality control (IQC) on raw lithium cells, nickel busbars, thermal pads, and BMS boards.

💼 Battery Operations Technician

Manage battery swapping hub operations, automated charge cycling, and asset tracking for commercial fleets.

💼 EV Technical Support Professional

Provide technical advisory and diagnostic escalation support for EV dealership networks and fleet managers.

Industry Employment Note: Employment eligibility and hiring criteria depend on individual candidate qualifications, prior educational background, practical competency, and specific hiring standards of employers. IISE does not make unsubstantiated placement guarantees or salary promises.

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🚀 EV Battery Diagnostic & Health Clinic

Set up a specialized battery testing clinic offering independent SOH health certificates for pre-owned EVs and fleet managers.

🚀 Battery Pack Repair & Cell Balancing Workshop

Provide localized servicing, cell rebalancing, and parallel group replacements for out-of-warranty commercial EV packs.

🚀 Custom Battery Pack Assembly

Assemble bespoke lithium-ion packs for electric cycles, retrofitted two-wheelers, solar streetlights, and agricultural robotics.

🚀 Fleet Preventive Maintenance Contracting

Offer scheduled battery health auditing, busbar torque checking, and firmware updates for last-mile delivery fleets.

🚀 Second-Life Battery Repurposing

Repurpose retired automotive battery modules into low-cost stationary energy storage (BESS) for telecom towers and solar plants.

🚀 Battery Swapping Station Operation

Partner with commercial battery swapping networks as a localized franchise hub managing battery charging and swap operations.

🚀 Battery Collection & Recycling Logistics

Establish authorized collection centers under Battery Waste Management Rules 2022 to supply recycling refineries.

🚀 EV Charging Infrastructure Solutions

Consult, install, and service commercial AC and DC charging stations with integrated battery storage buffer systems.

🚀 Technical Battery Advisory & Sizing Consultancy

Provide professional battery pack sizing, vendor evaluation, and safety compliance audits for EV startups and fleet operators.

Module 13 covers equipment selection (welder, cycler, IR tester), workshop safety clearances, and financial break-even projections.

Why Learn with the Indian Institute of Solar Energy?

The Indian Institute of Solar Energy (IISE), a Unit of CERMS India Foundation, is dedicated to advancing technical literacy across renewable energy and electric mobility.

🏛️ Established Clean-Tech Focus

Specialized exclusively in renewable energy, solar photovoltaics, battery storage, and electric mobility engineering, ensuring our curriculum remains deeply relevant and technically precise.

🤝 Technical Partnership with CERT

Delivered in technical collaboration with the Centre for Energy Research and Training (CERT), incorporating rigorous engineering standards, testing frameworks, and updated safety norms.

📚 Application-Oriented Learning

Courses are built around actual sizing templates, calculation worksheets, fault codes, and diagnostic procedures used by active battery pack manufacturers and EV technicians.

💻 Flexible Digital Accessibility

Online delivery combining scheduled live lectures with 24/7 on-demand recorded access ensures students and working professionals across India can learn without location constraints.

Flexible Online Learning – Designed for Students and Working Professionals

Access structured battery technology education from anywhere in India with complete learning support.

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Live Interactive Classes

Live online instructor-led sessions covering core engineering theory, sizing calculations, live software demos, and interactive Q&A.

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24/7 Recorded Lectures

High-definition recordings of every live session accessible on your LMS portal anytime, allowing flexible self-paced revision.

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Technical Study Notes

Structured digital study material, cell comparison sheets, BMS pinout reference guides, and calculation spreadsheets.

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Academic Mentorship

Dedicated doubt resolution support through email and scheduled academic discussion forums during the programme duration.

Earn Your IISE + CERT Certificate

Validate your specialized knowledge in EV battery technology, lithium-ion electrochemistry, and BMS diagnostics.

Verified Professional Credential
Joint IISE + CERT Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the three-month curriculum and satisfactory evaluation in continuous module assessments and the online technical test, learners receive the official Certificate of Completion issued jointly by the Indian Institute of Solar Energy (IISE) and the Centre for Energy Research and Training (CERT).

  • ✓ Certified by IISE (a Unit of CERMS India Foundation)
  • ✓ Technical partner endorsement: CERT
  • ✓ Validates competence in lithium-ion batteries, BMS, testing & safety
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SOLAR ENERGY
& CENTRE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH AND TRAINING
Certificate of Completion
EV Battery Technology Course Online

✓ Authorized Institutional Credential

Transparent Programme Investment & Details

All-inclusive pricing with complete transparency. Invest in future-proof electric mobility skills.

Programme Tuition
₹19,999
All-Inclusive (No Hidden Charges)

Programme

EV Battery Technology Course Online

Duration

3 Months

Delivery Mode

Live Online + Recorded Lectures

Eligibility

10+2 / ITI / Diploma / Graduates

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How to Enrol in 4 Simple Steps

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Step 1
Submit Online Enquiry

Fill in your contact details and academic background in the admission form below.

Step 2
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Our counsellor will clarify batch timings, syllabus details, and answer any questions.

Step 3
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Pay the confirmed course fee of ₹19,999 via NEFT, UPI, or Net Banking.

Step 4
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Receive your digital student login credentials and commence your live online sessions.

Learner Experience & Educational Standards

Designed to provide a rigorous, transparent, and application-focused learning journey for engineers and technicians across India.

📐 Applied Technical Rigor

Learners consistently benefit from our focus on real sizing formulas, battery datasheet analysis, and practical BMS fault diagnostics rather than superficial overview content.

🔄 Unrestricted Revision Flexibility

Working professionals and college students report that permanent 24/7 access to high-definition recorded sessions allows them to master complex mathematical calculations at their own pace.

🛡️ Industrial Credibility & Integrity

Our curriculum aligns strictly with national standards (AIS-156 Amendment 3, UN 38.3), equipping learners with credible knowledge recognized by battery pack manufacturers and EV workshops.

Frequently Asked Questions – EV Battery Technology Course Online

Find clear, verified answers to common questions regarding course structure, eligibility, fees, curriculum, and certification.

The EV Battery Technology Course Online is an intensive three-month technical professional training programme offered by the Indian Institute of Solar Energy (IISE), a Unit of CERMS India Foundation, in technical partnership with the Centre for Energy Research and Training (CERT). The programme provides comprehensive, application-focused training on lithium-ion battery chemistries, battery pack design, Battery Management Systems (BMS), charging systems, thermal management, testing, diagnostics, assembly workflows, and battery safety for the rapidly expanding electric vehicle sector.
The programme has a duration of 3 Months. It is structured across 14 comprehensive technical modules that combine scheduled live online instructor-led sessions, practical demonstration walkthroughs, guided engineering calculations, and recorded video lectures for flexible self-paced review.
The total programme fee is ₹19,999 (all-inclusive). There are no hidden registration charges. The fee covers complete access to all 14 curriculum modules, live online classes, 24/7 access to recorded lectures, technical study notes, calculation worksheets, evaluation assessments, and the official joint IISE + CERT Certificate upon successful completion.
The minimum eligibility requirement is 10+2 Pass / ITI Certificate / Polytechnic Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. While students and working professionals from electrical, electronics, mechanical, or automobile engineering backgrounds will find the subject matter directly aligned with their careers, prior EV industry experience is not required.
Yes. Students who have completed Class 10+2 (with basic numeracy and interest in science, technology, or automotive systems) are fully eligible to apply. The curriculum starts with fundamental electrical and electrochemical principles before progressively advancing into battery pack design and diagnostic engineering.
Yes. ITI students and holders of National Trade Certificates (NTC) in trades such as Electrician, Wireman, Motor Mechanic Vehicle (MMV), Diesel Mechanic, and Electronics Mechanic will find this course extremely valuable. It provides the high-tech lithium-ion and BMS diagnostic skills required to upgrade from conventional automotive servicing to electric vehicles.
Yes, polytechnic diploma holders in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, and Automobile Engineering are ideal candidates. The course bridges the gap between academic theory and practical industrial battery applications, empowering diploma holders to pursue roles in battery manufacturing, testing laboratories, EV service networks, and technical sales.
Absolutely. Graduate engineers (B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in EEE, ECE, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Automobile Engineering) will gain practical domain expertise in cell selection, series-parallel pack sizing, BMS firmware logic, thermal modeling, and diagnostic fault-tree analysis. This specialized technical knowledge provides a decisive edge for engineering roles in EV OEMs and battery pack manufacturers.
Yes, the programme is delivered 100% online. Learners across India and internationally can access the entire curriculum, interact with expert instructors, and review study materials without needing to travel or relocate to physical classrooms.
Yes. The programme features scheduled live online instructor-led sessions conducted over interactive digital platforms. In these sessions, instructors teach core topics, perform live software and benchtop instrument demonstrations, solve sizing exercises, and conduct interactive doubt-clearing discussions.
Yes. Every live session is recorded in high definition and uploaded to the dedicated student Learning Management System (LMS) portal. Enrolled learners enjoy 24/7 on-demand access to all recorded lectures, enabling flexible revision around their college or professional work schedules.
The 14-module syllabus covers the entire EV battery technology spectrum: 1. Introduction to Electric Vehicles, 2. Electrochemical Battery Fundamentals, 3. Lithium-Ion Battery Technology (LFP, NMC, NCA), 4. Battery Pack Design and Configuration, 5. Battery Management Systems (BMS), 6. Battery Charging Technology, 7. Battery Thermal Management, 8. Battery Testing and Diagnostics, 9. Practical Battery Pack Assembly, 10. Battery Safety and Standards, 11. Battery Recycling and Second-Life, 12. Industrial Case Studies, 13. EV Battery Entrepreneurship, and 14. Emerging Technologies.
Yes, lithium-ion technology is the core technical focus of the course. You will study intercalation mechanics, anode and cathode formulations (LFP, NMC 622, NMC 811, NCA), electrolyte additives, ceramic separators, cell packaging formats (cylindrical 18650/21700, prismatic, pouch), degradation pathways (SEI growth, lithium plating), and thermal stability characteristics.
Yes, Module 05 is entirely dedicated to Battery Management Systems (BMS). You will learn BMS hardware architecture (AFE, microcontrollers, MOSFET switches), cell voltage and temperature telemetry, current sensing shunts, SOC/SOH/SOP estimation algorithms, passive vs. active cell balancing, protection thresholds (OVP, UVP, OCP, SCP), and digital communication protocols including CAN Bus (J1939) and RS485.
Yes. Module 09 covers the end-to-end practical assembly workflow for battery packs. This includes cell capacity and IR sorting, assembly jigs, spot welding techniques with nickel/copper busbars, dielectric insulation layering, BMS sense harness wiring sequences, thermal pad installation, enclosure sealing (IP67/IP68), and end-of-line testing. All assembly procedures are taught through detailed live demonstrations and video-guided walkthroughs.
Yes. Module 08 provides in-depth training on battery diagnostic workflows, using precision instruments such as AC internal resistance (AC-IR) testers, DC electronic load cyclers, multi-channel cell loggers, and digital multimeters. You will learn to perform capacity discharge testing, identify cell imbalance, assess capacity fade, analyze BMS error codes, and compile diagnostic health reports.
Yes, battery safety is emphasized across multiple modules. Module 10 covers high-voltage electrical hazard mitigation (DC shock and arc-flash prevention), 1000V-rated insulated tools, workshop fire containment, toxic gas venting risks, personal protective equipment (PPE), UN 38.3 transport standards, damaged battery quarantine procedures, and Indian safety standards (AIS-156 and AIS-038 Rev 2).
Yes. Module 07 details heat generation mechanisms (Joule heating, overpotential heat, entropic heat), optimal operating temperature ranges (15°C to 35°C), passive cooling, forced air convection, liquid cooling cold-plate architectures, and dielectric immersion cooling. You will also examine thermal runaway initiation, runaway propagation physics, and safety mitigation using mica insulation and flame barriers.
Yes. Module 12 features realistic educational case studies covering electric 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers, passenger cars, and commercial vehicles. Students analyze real-world engineering challenges using a structured Problem → Technical Analysis → Learning Outcome methodology, exploring issues such as premature capacity drop, severe cell imbalance, thermal derating, and BMS contactor trip lockouts.
Upon successful completion of the three-month curriculum and satisfactory performance in continuous module evaluations and the final online technical assessment, you will receive the official joint IISE + CERT Certificate of Completion, issued by the Indian Institute of Solar Energy (a Unit of CERMS India Foundation) in partnership with the Centre for Energy Research and Training (CERT).
Graduates can explore opportunities across the electric mobility value chain as EV Battery Technicians, Battery Testing & QA Technicians, Battery Diagnostics Specialists, BMS Technicians, Battery Assembly Technicians, EV Maintenance Technicians, Field Service Engineers, and Technical Support Professionals. Actual employment depends on individual qualifications, experience, and employer hiring standards.
Yes. Module 13 covers EV Battery Entrepreneurship, providing a practical roadmap for establishing independent battery diagnostic clinics, pack repair and balancing workshops, custom battery assembly businesses, and fleet preventive maintenance services. The module covers workshop equipment selection, floor plans, licensing requirements, and financial break-even analysis.
No prior electric vehicle industry experience is required. The course is structured systematically to take learners from foundational electrochemistry and electrical circuits to advanced pack design and digital BMS communications.
You can apply by filling out the online enquiry form on this webpage or by contacting IISE Admissions directly via phone or WhatsApp at +91 9819225503 or email at info@iise.ac. An admissions counsellor will guide you through batch start dates, registration procedures, and fee payment details.

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