ACE V320 - Electrified Vehicle Supporting Systems

    Recent Professors
    Eric Irwin
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    ACE V310 and ACE V311
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This upper-division course provides a comprehensive understanding of automotive electrified vehicle (EV) supporting systems. Students will explore the designs and operation of supporting systems unique to electrified vehicles such as, regenerative braking, solar charging, battery cooling, inverter/converter cooling, and cabin air conditioning control. Students will also explore the different types of power generation used in hybrid electric vehicles including, gas, diesel, natural gas, propane and hydrogen fuel cell. In addition, preparation for the ASE L3 Light-Duty hybrid/electric vehicles exam is included.