I-CAR Iintroduces Online Hybrid Electric Training
9/23/2011
Programs that have been converted from the live delivery format contain the same content and are available 24/7, through a convenient online platform.
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL – Throughout 2011,
I-CAR has introduced several new online training programs to the industry,
including programs with all-new content and instructor-led (live) training programs
that have been converted to an online delivery format.
Programs that have been
converted from the live delivery format contain the same content and are available
24/7, through a convenient online platform. I-CAR has recently added Electric
and Electric Hybrid Vehicles (ALT01e) and Hybrid Electric and Alternative Fuel
Vehicles (ALT02e) to its online course catalog. Both of these online programs are
also available in the instructor-led (live) format.
These programs touch on different areas of current and
changing technology of hybrid electric vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles. Both
training programs will provide individuals with an understanding of vehicle-specific
repair considerations and the importance of ensuring a safe and cost-effective
repair.
Course Details - Electric and Electric Hybrid Vehicles
(ALT01e):
- Identify terminology related to
parts and understand the construction of an electric vehicle
- Understand the differences
between series, parallel, and combination hybrid configurations, as well
as integrated starter/alternator hybrid combinations
- Examine system design and
operation including vehicles from Honda and Toyota
- Analyze collision damage to
electric and hybrid electric vehicles
- Understand the collision repair
considerations for electric and hybrid electric vehicles
- Know how to work safely around
electric and hybrid electric vehicles
Course Details - Hybrid Electric and Alternative Fuel
Vehicles (ALT02e):
- Explain how to take safe
measures when working on hybrid electric and alternative fuel vehicles
- Understand high voltage issues
with electric A/C systems
- Identify new applications for
hybrid technology and unique hybrid system features
- Understand vehicle-specific
applications from popular vehicle makers, including Ford, Mercury, Mazda,
Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, and Honda
- Know how to properly care for a
high voltage battery prior to and during the repair process
- Identify the different types of
alternative fuel vehicles currently on the market, as well as concepts in
tomorrow’s technology.
Information and registration for these courses can be found
on the I-CAR website (www.i-car.com) or by contacting I-CAR Customer Care at 800-422-7872.