Short course/CPD
Hybrid Electrical Vehicles, Part 1: Introduction
Course date: Please enquire
Course overview
A two-day course intended for those who have only an outline knowledge of Hybrid Electrical Vehicles. The course will consist of a mix of lectures and case studies from both academic and industrial specialists in HEV technology plus vehicle demonstrations at one of the UK's foremost track test facilities.
Objectives: To provide managers and engineers with a broad understanding of Hybrid Electric Vehicle technology and its impact on both the global automotive industry and the environment.
Location
Cranfield University is located at the very heart of the UK – within the innovation triangle between London and the cities of Oxford and Cambridge.
Our central location provides easy access from the M1, excellent main line rail service as well as proximity to key international airports. Set in rolling countryside, Cranfield offers a rich, rural landscape complemented by thriving towns and picturesque villages.
- Road: We are just 10 minutes from Junctions 13 & 14 of the M1 motorway. There is free parking on campus.
- Rail: Milton Keynes or Bedford
- Air: London Luton (22 miles), Heathrow (50 miles) or Birmingham (70 miles).
Course fee:
£650
Accommodation fee:
£178
Accommodation is on a full-board basis from the evening before the course commences until the afternoon of the last day. The course fee may include a course dinner for all participants. Refreshments and lunch during the day are included. Full details will be circulated with the joining instructions. The accommodation fee includes all other meals. Details of arrangements will be in the delegate information pack.
Speakers
Course Director
Dr James Marco
T: +44 (0) 1234 754680
E: j.marco@cranfield.ac.uk
How to register
Further information
For more information on this course or booking details please contact:
Academic Operations Unit
T: + 44 (0) 1234 754192
E: shortcourse@cranfield.ac.uk
Course description
Main themes Over two days the course will provide:
- the broad scenario and developmental road map
- a detailed description of the main HEV powertrain architecture options including parallel, series, complex, through-the-road and plug-in plus the different levels of hybridisation; full, mild and micro that can be achieved
- critical comparisons of HEVs with alternatives such as EVs and fuel cell systems
- sustainability assessment of the environmental benefits of HEV technology including considerations of both legislative compliance and real-world experiences and economic aspects of HEVs
- an overview of the current and expected growth of HEV activity within the industry and the technology requirements for consumer acceptance.
Syllabus
System & Component Overview
- Powertrain architecture - parallel, series, micro, mild, plug-in etc.
- Vehicle layout and packaging options.
- Energy storage comparisons
- Case studies.
Environmental Impact
- Legislative performance (CO2, gas and particulate emissions).
- Real world performance (off cycle, durability).
- Sustainability assessment; cradle to grave environmental impact.
Industry Activity and Market Reaction
- HEV market drivers and technology trends.
- Customer acceptance of HEVs.
- HEV technology commercialisation.
Vehicle Based HEV Performance Evaluation
- Assessment of HEVs under track conditions at Millbrook Proving Ground.
Like this course?
You might be interested in our related course, Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Vehicle Systems Integration.
Both courses run consecutively so why not book both and make the most of your visit to Cranfield...?
