Instructor: Dr .Mark Quarto

Course Length: 5 modules (each containing approximately 1 hour of instruction)

Course Handbooks Included: 1 digital copy per module

Learning Assessments: Post-lesson scored quizzes (one quiz per lesson) 

Certificates of Completion: One certificate of completion is provided to the participant after completing the training series lessons and learning assessments. Certificates remain available for download in user dashboard while the account is active.

Duration of Access: This course and its lessons, materials, and assessments will be available for 90 days after purchase. Certificates of completion will be available to the participant in their user dashboard while the account is active (even if not currently participating in any courses).

Recommended Prerequisites: 

  • High Voltage Safety and PPE (#AODHVS010)
  • High Voltage Vehicle Safety Systems (#AODHVVSS001)
  • Introduction to Hybrid Electric Vehicle Systems (#AODIHEV011)

 


Abstract:

Battery Pack Heating and Cooling Systems have become the focal point of the Hybrid, Plug-In, and Electric Vehicle industry, due to their integration with the High Voltage system. Understanding the operation of these systems and how battery pack cooling and heating systems failures effect the operation of the powertrain and accessory circuits are a must for any technician that, is or will be, diagnosing and repair them.  Scan Tool data will be used to support the presentations.  GM, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Tesla, Toyota electric and hybrid vehicle products are featured in this course.

At the conclusion of this series, technicians will know how cooling/heating systems operate, effect vehicle performance and fuel economy, and diagnostic strategies for repairing them to correct failures.

 

This course is recommended for: All Automotive Service Professionals (Business owners, service managers, service advisors, and technicians), with a special emphasis on air conditioning specialists

Related Courses: Hybrid Electric Vehicle Electric Air Conditioning Systems (#AODVEAC012) and NiMH Hybrid Battery Systems (#AODNIMH005)

 

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Part 1

    • Hybrid, Plug-In, and Electric Vehicle battery Systems & Internal Components

    • Part 1 Hybrid, Plug-In, and Electric Vehicle battery Systems & Internal Components Quiz
  • 2

    Part 2

    • Battery Pack Cooling Systems & Controls

    • Part 2 Battery Pack Cooling Systems & Controls Quiz
  • 3

    Part 3

    • Battery Pack Heating Systems & Introduction to Controls

    • Part 3 Battery Pack Heating Systems & Introduction to Controls Quiz
  • 4

    Part 4

    • Heating & Cooling Effects on Vehicle Performance

    • Part 4 Heating & Cooling Effects on Vehicle Performance Quiz
  • 5

    Part 5

    • HEV, PHEV, and BEV Battery Systems Failure Modes, DTCs, and PIDS

    • Part 5 HEV, PHEV, and BEV Battery Systems Failure Modes, DTCs, and PIDS Quiz

Pricing options

This course is part of the Unlimited Training Subsrcription, but you can also purchase this course individually. Make one payment at a discounted rate, or make three equal payments over three months.

About the Instructor

Dr. Mark Quarto


Dr. Mark Quarto is a Vehicle Electrification expert with over 30 years in the automotive industry. In addition to being an instructor and special consultant to FutureTech Auto, Dr. Quarto is the founder of Quarto Technical Services (QTS), which provides engineering services, diagnostic equipment, training, technical support, and consulting in Vehicle Electrification to all facets of the automotive industry.

Responsibilities include design and development of: diagnostic test equipment & software, management and technical education, curriculum and training programs, and technology innovations with solutions focused on Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Energy Management Systems. These unique diagnostic techniques and applications are effectively used globally supporting automotive aftermarket businesses.  

Other professional experience includes 28 years at General Motors Company with the last 16 years dedicated to Advanced Vehicle Engineering and as an Engineering Group Manager. Responsibilities included management, development of control and diagnostics systems, and service solutions for the Chevrolet Spark, Chevrolet Volt, Fuel Cell, Two-Mode Hybrid, Parallel Hybrid Truck (PHT), EV1 Electric Vehicle, S10 Electric Truck, and Alternative Fuel Systems Programs.  Prior 12 years included Service Training Development Manager and Resident Instructor in the technical training environment.  

Specialized Education includes a Doctorate in Technical Education from Nova Southeastern University, specialized in design, development, and technical education systems for hybrid and electric vehicles including high voltage energy and propulsion systems. Master’s Degree and two Bachelor Degrees all are in the areas of Electrical Engineering and Automotive Technology.

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