Program Overview

The course is structured into progressive modules covering the core principles of automotive engineering, vehicle systems, and automotive electronics. Learners gain foundational knowledge of vehicle architectures, internal combustion engines, transmission technologies, vehicle dynamics, electrical engineering, and automotive electronic systems. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components that enable modern mobility solutions.

Key Topics Include:

Vehicle Fundamentals & IC Engines: Vehicle classification, automotive systems, engine operation, performance characteristics, and engine integration concepts.
Transmission & Drivetrain Systems: Manual and automatic transmissions, clutches, torque converters, AMT, DCT, CVT, eVT, differentials, and AWD systems.
Vehicle Dynamics & Controls: Suspension, steering, braking systems, wheel geometry, automotive controls, and regulatory frameworks.
Electrical Engineering Basics: DC and AC circuits, transformers, electrical principles, and power distribution concepts.
Electric Machines & Power Electronics: Motors, generators, power converters, and energy infrastructure fundamentals.
Automotive Electrical & Electronic Architecture: Vehicle electrical systems, electronic architectures, and system-level integration concepts.

This modular approach provides a strong foundation for understanding conventional, hybrid, and electric vehicle technologies while preparing learners for advanced automotive and mobility domains.

Skills You Will Gain

Powertrain Systems

Transmission Technologies

Vehicle Dynamics

Electrical Engineering Fundamentals

Automotive Electronics

System Integration

Program Curriculum

Course 01: Course Intro and Vehicle Classification

Module 01 - IC Engine Basics

Module 02 - IC Engine Operation

Module 03 - IC Engine Limitations

Module 04 - IC Engine Integration Physical

Module 05 - IC Engine Integration Functional

Course 02: Introduction To Automotive Transmission and Manual Gearbox

Module 01 - Clutches and Torque Convertors

Module 02 - Automatic Gearboxes

Module 03 - AMT, DCT, CVT and EVT

Module 04 - Differentials and All Wheel Drive Systems

Module 05 - PT Integration and Gear Ratio Selection Process

Course 03: Basics of Vehicle Dynamics

Module 01 - Vehicle Suspension Systems

Module 02 - Vehicle Steering Systems and Wheel Geometry

Module 03 - Vehicle Braking Systems

Module 04 - Automotive Control Systems

Module 05 - Automotive Regulations Framework

Course 04: Basics of Electricity and DC Circuits

Module 01 - AC Circuits and Transformers

Module 02 - Electric Machines: Motors and Generators

Module 03 - Power Convertors

Module 04 - Basics of Energy Infrastructure

Module 05 - Automotive Electrical and Electronics Architecture

Program Instructor

Mr. Vikrant Vaidya
24+ years’ experience in global automotive design and product development on multiple EVs and Hybrid vehicle platforms, specialising in model-based design, calibration, testing, and system integration; a Six-Sigma Green Belt with 3 inventions in battery & hybrid electric vehicles. He earned his Master's degree in Energy Systems Engineering from the University of Michigan and his Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from Nagpur University.

Automobile Engineering & Basics of Electronics

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