In response to the increasing need for skilled professionals in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT-D) has introduced a pioneering Certificate Programme in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Design. Set to commence on September 29, this six-month programme targets engineers from mechanical, electrical, automotive, and related disciplines.
Eligibility for the programme includes engineering graduates in mechanical, electrical, automotive, and allied fields or diploma holders (10+2+3) from recognized universities. The course fee is Rs 1,10,000 plus GST.
Participants who successfully complete the programme, achieving a minimum grade of 50% and maintaining at least 50% attendance, will receive a certificate from the Continuing Education Programme (CEP) at IIT Delhi. According to an official statement, the programme is designed to build a robust foundation in EV/HEV technology. It caters to professionals transitioning from internal combustion engine technology to EVs and HEVs, as well as those seeking to enhance their expertise in this evolving sector.
The curriculum will cover essential topics such as thermodynamics, internal combustion (IC) engines, electric machines and drives, power electronics, automotive hybridisation, and battery design and modelling. Participants will benefit from live sessions delivered by esteemed IITD faculty, insights aligned with the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme, a Capstone project, and valuable networking opportunities within the automotive industry. Additionally, the programme offers an optional one-day campus immersion at IIT Delhi’s Centre for Automotive Research and Tribology (CART), providing hands-on exposure to advanced facilities.
Upon completing the programme, graduates will be equipped to explain internal combustion engine characteristics, understand vehicle hybridisation and electrification processes, various electric machines and propulsion technologies used in HEVs, and different energy storage system principles. They will also acquire skills in testing and modelling methods to evaluate battery performance, reliability, and safety.
