PLUGGING INTO THE FUTURE. Automotive Training Series
Automotive Service Technicians (Auto1056) – Coming Soon

Niagara College is proud to offer a specialized course designed to prepare automotive professionals for the rapidly evolving world of alternative fuel vehicles, including electric, hybrid, and hydrogen-powered technologies.

As these vehicles become more common on Canadian roads, service technicians need advanced skills to safely maintain, diagnose, and repair these systems. This program delivers exactly that.

Why This Training Matters

Servicing electric, hybrid, and hydrogen vehicles requires advanced safety protocols to prevent electrocution, fires, and equipment damage. This training prepares technicians with industry-standard practices for high-voltage systems, battery diagnostics, and safe maintenance-opening new service opportunities while safeguarding teams and customers.

Program Highlights

Key Course: Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Safety (AUTO1056)

Duration: 6 hours (Theory & Practical)

Cost: TBD

Location: Niagara College Welland Campus Green Technology Centre

Interested in enrolling?

We offer open enrollment sessions for individuals and small teams from different organizations. Groups of 20 or more may request a custom date.

Upcoming courses will include six comprehensive modules, participants will learn:

  1. Types of Alternative Fuel Vehicles and their unique systems.
  2. High-Voltage Safety Protocols and hazard mitigation.
  3. Maintenance & Operations: fluid services, coolant systems, A/C procedures, electric power steering.
  4. Battery Testing, Overhaul & Replacement.
  5. Complex Diagnostics for hybrid and electric systems.

Focus Areas:

  • Dangers of High Voltage
  • Proper PPE and Tool Usage
  • Industry Practices for EV/HEV safety
  • Tag Out/Lock Out Procedures
  • H.V. Disconnect and Voltage Testing
  • Isolation Loss Prevention
  • Safe Reconnection and Scanning

Who Should Attend:

  • Automotive Service Technicians
  • Apprentices
  • Installers
  • Service Advisors
  • Management Teams
  • Anyone interested in Alternative Fuel Vehicle Safety
Participants completing this course will have the knowledge and skills to safely service electric, hybrid, and alternative fuel vehicles, creating new service opportunities and ensuring customer safety.
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