Electric Vehicle: Automotive Service Technician
Badge awarded to
Karanbir Singh Sandhar
Issued on 08 Apr 2026 by
NBCC
This microcredential provides a foundation on the principles, systems, and practices essential for servicing and maintaining hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs). Learners gain an understanding of fundamental electrical concepts, including circuits, motor characteristics, and EV system testing. Module topics include hybrid and EV system operation, diagnostic techniques, sustainable maintenance and high-voltage battery inspection. All modules in this microcredential emphasize the importance of sustainable practices like reducing material waste and reconditioning materials. EV support systems like HVAC, regenerative braking, power steering, and battery control are also explored. Emphasizing technical skills, safety, and sustainability, this microcredential prepares participants for careers in the expanding EV industry.
This microcredential aligns with the 2023 Red Seal Occupational Standards for diagnosing and repairing hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) systems.
Areas of Study:
- Electrical System
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicles
- Hybrid & EV Systems
- High Voltage Batteries
- EV Support Systems
- Sustainable Practices
Issuer
NBCC
registrar.services@nbcc.ca
Our students learn in a dynamic environment through hands-on training, state-of-the-art equipment and real-world experiences.
Criteria
Program Outcomes
Following the successful completion of this program, the learner will be able to:
- describe basic electrical principles including electrical circuits, electrical motor components, and procedures for testing, diagnosing, and repairing
- apply safety protocols for hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) systems
- identify components and operating principles of hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) systems including key maintenance procedures, diagnostic methods, and component repair processes
- diagnose and service high voltage batteries safely
- describe operating principles of hybrid and electric vehicle support systems
Forms of Assessment and Evidence
5 Exercises for each microcredential module, weighted at 40% of the final grade on the following topics:
- Electrical System Review (7% of Exercises grade)
- Introduction to Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (13% of Exercises grade)
- Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Systems I (40% of Exercises grade)
- High Voltage Batteries (23% of Exercises grade)
- Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Support Systems (17% of Exercises grade)
1 Final Summative Exam, weighted at 60% of the final grade on the following topics:
- Electrical System Review (7% of Exam grade)
- Introduction to Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (13% of Exam grade)
- Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Systems I (40% of Exam grade)
- High Voltage Batteries (23% of Exam grade)
- Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Support Systems (17% of Exam grade)
Assessment Criteria
This microcredential is earned after demonstrating the ability to describe fundamental processes for servicing hybrid and electric vehicles through the authentic assessment of the Electric Vehicle: Automotive Service Technician module(s) by:
- receiving a passing grade (60% or above) on the final grade of the Electric Vehicle: Automotive Service Technician microcredential.
