Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Professional Certificate Program in Applied EV Design and Technology

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Electric Vehicle

Application Deadline Approaching

Last date to apply: January 1, 2027 · Program starts on January 3, 2027

About Programme

Learn about battery systems, motor drives, electronic components, charging infrastructure, and connected mobility.
Understand vehicle architecture, BMS thermal management, regenerative brakes, and energy management.
Explore V2G, ADAS architectures, 800V, V2G SiC/GaN power systems, and the most current developments in batteries made of solid-state.
Learn the technical expertise needed for positions in EV manufacturing, designing batteries and charging infrastructure, and automotive R&D.

What you'll learn

Learn to Design Electric Vehicle Systems by Integrating Motors, Batteries, Power Electronics, and Charging Technologies.
Understand EV Architecture, Vehicle Control Systems, Diagnostics, and Connected Mobility Technologies.
Gain Practical Knowledge of EV Safety, Testing, Validation, Industry Standards, and Regulatory Compliance.
Build Industry-Ready Skills for Careers in EV Design, Manufacturing, Research & Development, and Charging Infrastructure.

Skills you'll gain

EV Systems ArchitectureBattery Pack & BMS EngineeringPower Electronics & Motor DrivesEV Charging InfrastructureVehicle Controls & CAN CommunicationEV Safety & ValidationConnected & Software-Defined EVsEmerging EV Technologies

Programme Content

Topics Covered

  • EV Ecosystem, Market Landscape, and Comparison with ICE and Hybrid Vehicles
  • EV Categories: Two-Wheelers, Three-Wheelers, Passenger Vehicles, and Commercial Vehicles
  • Vehicle-Level Requirements Including Range, Performance, and Energy Estimation
  • EV Subsystems and Vehicle Architecture Overview

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    Topics Covered

  • Electric Motor Types, Characteristics, and Selection
  • Motor Sizing, Torque-Speed Curves, and Efficiency Maps
  • Traction Inverters, Power Devices, DC-DC Converters, and Onboard Chargers
  • Motor Control Concepts and Regenerative Braking

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    Topics Covered

  • AC and DC Charging Systems and Charging Curves
  • Charging Connectors, Communication Protocols, and Safety Standards
  • Battery Swapping and Fleet Charging Models
  • Grid Interaction and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Overview

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    Topics Covered

  • Battery Chemistry and Cell Performance Metrics
  • Battery Pack Design and Sizing
  • Battery Management System (BMS), Cell Balancing, SOC, and SOH
  • Thermal Management and Thermal Runaway Safety

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    Topics Covered

  • Vehicle Design Principles and Packaging
  • Lightweight Materials and Mass Reduction Strategies
  • Aerodynamics and Rolling Resistance for Improved Vehicle Range
  • Mechanical Integration of Braking and Suspension Systems

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    Topics Covered

  • High-Voltage and Low-Voltage Electrical Architecture with Safety Interlocks
  • Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) Functions and Energy Management
  • CAN Communication and Vehicle Diagnostics
  • Software Architecture, Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates, and Cybersecurity Overview

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    Topics Covered

  • High-Voltage and Battery Safety Practices
  • EV Safety Standards and Regulatory Compliance (AIS/CMVR)
  • Testing, Validation, and Design Verification Planning & Reporting (DVP&R)
  • Manufacturing, Serviceability, and Battery Recycling

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    Topics Covered

  • Connected EV Architecture and Telematics
  • Autonomous Driving and ADAS Overview for Electric Vehicles
  • Emerging Technologies Including 800V Architecture, SiC/GaN Devices, and Solid-State Batteries
  • Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), and Future Mobility Trends

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