AUTO 367B

About this course

This course covers the functions of plug-in electric vehicles and hybrid extended-range electric vehicles; operating characteristics of high voltage onboard charging systems; charging stations, photovoltaic systems, and electrical grid charging. The course also covers the operation of onboard smart charging systems; economics of electric transportation, utility company systems, and existing options such as off-peak charging. Students will gain an understanding of the use of electric power as applicable to extended-range electric vehicle transportation; utilization of applicable diagnostic and service equipment; the electric vehicle theory of operation; advantages of an electric drive train; electric vehicle history and current status of plug-in electric vehicle technologies; career possibilities in the electric transportation industry; and safety procedures and maintenance of plug-in electric vehicles.

No section is scheduled at De Anza College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.

Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.

Prerequisites

The De Anza catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.

Advisory: “ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005. Elementary algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond elementary algebra”