May 21, 2024  
2023-2024 College Catalog 
    
2023-2024 College Catalog

Electric and Autonomous Vehicles, Certificate


Certificate
HEGIS #5306
Department Chairperson: Christopher McNally, Ph.D.
Williams Hall, Room 126, (518) 629-7275

Hudson Valley Community College’s Electric and Autonomous Vehicles Certificate focuses on the diagnosis and repair of Hybrid, Autonomous and Electric Vehicle Systems, to better prepare the automotive workforce for the wave of electric vehicles entering the market.  This 1-year, 28 credit Certificate will walk students through all the related technologies associated with hybrid and electric vehicles, as well as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and vehicle cyber-security.

Entering students must possess a valid New York State driver’s license and a professional tool set as prescribed by the Automotive Department. In addition, students must wear uniforms, purchase required manuals and adhere to the attendance policy of the department. Attendance is mandatory.

Entering student must have completed the required Automotive Technician Associate’s degree program or present proof of five years of work experience as an automotive repair technician and ASE certificationin Electricity?Electronic Systems (A6) and Engine Performance (A8).

Program Entrance Requirements

Courses Entry Term Special Notes H.S. Average
N/A Fall only
  • Need a valid driver’s license.
  • Need a professional tool set as prescribed by the Automotive Department.
  • Must have completed the required Automotive Technician Associate’s degree program or present proof of five years of work experience as an automotive repair technician and ASE certificationin Electricity?Electronic Systems (A6) and Engine Performance (A8).
N/A

Total Credits Required: 28


Major Requirements*


*   or specific course equivalents as approved by the department chairperson.
** Required of first-time, full-time students

Total Credits Required: 28


Suggested Course Sequence For Full-Time Study: