Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Electric Vehicles Testing and Validation

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

About Programme

This comprehensive program provides an in-depth understanding of Electric Vehicle (EV) systems, validation methodologies, and automotive embedded processes. Participants gain exposure to the complete EV product development lifecycle, from concept to certification. The curriculum integrates industry-relevant frameworks such as the V-Model and Functional Safety standards including ISO 26262. It emphasizes Design Verification & Validation (DVVP), DFMEA, and structured testing approaches across vehicle and subsystem levels. Learners will explore EV batteries, traction motors, controllers, charging systems, and vehicle-level integration. The program also covers homologation requirements, regulatory compliance, and embedded system certification processes. Advanced verification techniques including SIL, PIL, and HIL testing are introduced with industry-standard tools. Designed for engineers, managers, and academicians, this program bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical EV development practices.

MODULE-1: Electric Vehicle (EV) Product Development Process

MODULE-2: V Model Application

MODULE-3: Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis

MODULE-4: Functional Safety and CAE Tools

MODULE-5: EV Verification - Proto Build

MODULE-6: Homologation and Certification

MODULE-7: EV Batteries

MODULE-8: Electric Two Wheelers

MODULE-9: EV Traction Motors

MODULE-10: Electric Vehicle Level Testing and Validation

MODULE-11: Process and Homologation Requirements for Certification of Automotive Embedded Systems

MODULE-12: Verification and Validation of Embedded System

Course Start date: May 01, 2026

Time: Pre- recorded lectures will be released on a weekly basis and Online Live sessions on Saturdays (IST)

Last Date of Registration: Apr 30, 2026

Programme Content

EV Product Overview
Product Development Phase
DVVP applicable for EVs
Understanding of Electric Vehicles
Systematic approach for EV product development process at vehicle and aggregate levels
Structured plan for verification testing
Electric vehicle basics
Product development phases swim lane
Design Verification and Validation Plan
V Model Application
Design of Experiments
Introduction to V Model Systems Engineering Process
Design of Engineering Basics and Workflow
DFMEA Concepts
Insights into V Model approach for EV Testing and Verification
How DOE can be used for Testing and Analysis
Understanding effectiveness of Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
DFMEA Introduction
DFMEA for EVs
DFMEA Case Example
Functional Safety IS 26262
DFMEA process steps applicable to EVs
Understanding Severity, Occurrence, and Detection
Calculation of RPN (Risk Priority Number) and interpretation for identifying priority action points
Introduction to Functional Safety requirements as per IS 26262
Knowledge of DFMEA process, application, and implementation
Understanding Functional Safety requirements
CAE Tools Introduction
EV Prototype - Verification
Virtual Prototype
Various Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software tools
Understanding virtual and physical prototype building and their benefits
Systematic virtual and physical prototype building process
Understanding advanced CAE software tools applicable to electric vehicles
EV Prototype - Verification
Virtual Prototype (V-Proto) Build and Prototype Sign-off Process
Hard Point Engineering
Physical prototype build process
Sign-off process involving system suppliers and internal stakeholders
Introduction to hard point engineering as applicable to vehicles
Importance of physical prototypes
Number of prototypes required
Internal sign-off process
Sign-off with system suppliers and partners
Non-conformity criteria and approval process
Regulatory and Homologation Process
Verification and Validation Architecture
Regulatory requirements and process testing standards applicable to electric vehicles
Introduction to EV battery types: cell, module, and battery packs
LFP chemistry, State of Charge (SOC), Depth of Discharge (DOD), and C-rating
Understanding regulatory certification process at component, system, and vehicle levels
Type approval process and retrofit certification
Understanding electric vehicle batteries
EV Batteries Basics
EV Batteries Testing
EV Batteries Simulation
BMS Introduction, Verification, and Testing
Understanding various validation tests for EV batteries
Applicable testing standards for EV batteries
Virtual simulation processes and tools
Battery Thermal Management System (BTMS) requirements and importance
Ability to identify and interpret EV battery testing standards
Insights into virtual simulation processes used in EV battery development
Electric Two Wheelers Testing and Simulation
Electric two-wheeler adoption and market penetration in India
Methodologies of testing and virtual simulation
Understanding various tests for virtual simulation of electric two wheelers
EV Traction Motors Testing and Verification
Controllers in EV
Testing and Validation
EV traction motors testing and verification process
Testing standards and methodologies for traction motors
Controllers in EV: types, functions, and applications
Testing and validation of EV controllers
Understanding EV traction motor functional requirements
Vehicle Control Units (VCUs) and their role in EV systems
EV Sensors
EV Chargers
EV Vehicle Level Tests
EV sensor types and functions testing
EV charging system types, critical parameters, and controls
Electric vehicle level tests and simulations
Understanding EV sensor types and functions
Testing processes for EV sensors
Understanding EV charging system types and control parameters
Electric vehicle level testing and simulation methods
Automotive embedded systems and their safety-critical nature
Importance of rigorous process approach for quality and reliability
Regulations and processes for certifying automotive embedded systems
Homologation requirements
ASPICE (Automotive SPICE)
ISO 26262
Cyber Security
EMI/EMC
Role of processes in achieving regulatory compliance
Understanding different process standards
CMVR requirements for automotive embedded systems
Verification and validation of embedded software and hardware in automotive systems
Test planning and coverage analysis
Test methodologies: Black Box, White Box, Grey Box
Testing approaches: RPC, SIL, PIL, HIL
Testing levels: Unit Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, Regression Testing
Test case design and development
Code coverage and static analysis
Formal verification techniques
Test tools: CANoe, CANalyzer, Vehicle Spy, ETAS INCA, ATI Vision, Lauterbach TRACE32, diagnostic tools
Test automation techniques
Designing comprehensive test plans for automotive ECUs

Programme Audience

Working professional, Connected with electrical vehicle, Engineering development, Testing validation and simulation from OEM's,Tier 1 Tier 2 companies, Engineering service companies, EV startup's

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