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This course teaches students the fundamental concepts and functions of battery management systems with a main focus on lithium-ion battery packs seen in electric vehicles. It covers the most important elements of battery safety, efficiency and longevity that students understand the complexities related to tracking cell voltages, balancing cells, estimating state of charge (SoC) and state of health (SoH) and preventing against failure or degradation. This course is designed to support both beginners and professionals with practical tasks, video lectures and quizzes that enhance fundamental topics. Whether you want to work in EV development or just want to learn more about modern energy systems, this course will provide you with valuable, industry-relevant knowledge.
What You Will Learn:
- Understanding the basic structure and functionality of EV batteries.
- Overview of the roles and objectives of BMS in ensuring battery safety and performance.
- Methods for estimating state of charge (SoC) and state of health (SoH) using various sensors and algorithms.
- Understanding active and passive balancing methods to ensure uniform cell performance.
- Techniques for maintaining safe operating temperatures in battery packs.
- Safeguarding against overcharging, deep discharging, and thermal runaway.
- Basics of how BMS software interacts with hardware and other vehicle systems.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Electrical and electronics engineers who are trying to work in the electric mobility sector.
- Automotive and mechanical engineers seeking to upskill in battery technology.
- Students in renewable energy and automotive engineering looking for applied knowledge in EV systems.
- Professionals in energy storage or EV startups needing a solid foundation in BMS design.
Why Take This Course?
Battery management systems are the foundation of every safe and effective electric vehicle. As the world moves to greener energy and e-mobility, mastery of Building Management System (BMS) technology may present up interesting career opportunities in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. This course is apart for its academic level, industry relevance and accessibility for beginners. Along with learning how BMS works, you will leave this class with the confidence needed to evaluate, examine, and contribute to real EV battery systems. This course provides you with the tools that you need to be successful in the electric mobility industry, whether you are training for a career or a side project.
