AUTO 260 - Introduction to Hybrid/Electric Vehicles

    Recent Professors
    James P. Martin
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    5
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of AUTO 260
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course will explore the function, operation, and design of hybrid/electric vehicles. The course will also focus on safe practices and procedures when working with high voltage systems. Students will build a purpose-built electric vehicle in the course and study current electric vehicle manufacturers. Students will work on hybrid transaxles also. High voltage systems will be examined, along with battery designs, AC and DC power motors, and electrical inverter/converters. Fuel cell vehicles are also included in the course content. Field trips may be required.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:20pm, Mon Wed 7:30pm–10:05pm, Tue Thu 8:00am–9:20am, Tue Thu 9:30am–12:05pm