May 28, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

AST 158 - Introduction to Elec and Hyb Vehicles


Credit Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites: AST 101 
Corequisite: AST 102 
Session Cycle: FW

This course builds upon electrical prerequisites to introduce hybrid and electric vehicle propulsion systems. The history of both EV, HEV and Hybrid vehicles will be reviewed. OSHA High Voltage Safety requirements and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) utilization will be reviewed and practiced during lab sessions. Detailed discussions related to EV range and driver expectations will be conducted to prepare learners for the EV service work environment.

Notes:  

Applied Science and Engineering Technology Division

Theory Hours: 30

Lab Hours: 30

Learning Outcomes:  

  1.  Identify the critical difference between typical ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) technology and modern EV, HEV and Hybrid vehicle technology.

Applies to Automotive Service Technology, A.A.S.  Program Outcomes A and B.

  2.  Employ Safe and professional work habits while conducting EV, HEV and Hybrid automotive service procedures.

Applies to Automotive Service Technology, A.A.S. ​ Program Outcomes A and C.

  3.  Identify all related system diagnostic/repair information within automotive service information.

Applies to Automotive Service Technology, A.A.S. ​ Program Outcomes A and F.