Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Technology Associate Degree Program is a training program designed to adapt to the constantly developing and transforming structure of the automotive sector and to train qualified personnel who can contribute to technological innovations in this field. This program aims to provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the design, production, maintenance and repair of both hybrid and full electric vehicles. The content of the program comprehensively covers the electric motors, battery management systems, electronic control units and related mechanical systems of the vehicles.
Training methods include theoretical lectures as well as laboratory work, hands-on workshop training and practical work on real vehicles. Students develop their knowledge and skills in diagnosing faults, increasing performance and improving energy efficiency. In this context, training materials appropriate to current technologies and vehicle equipment are used. During the program, industrial visits and on-the-job training also strengthen students' connections with the industry and provide them with real-world experience.
In terms of career opportunities, graduates can find opportunities in the automotive industry, especially in service centers specializing in hybrid and electric vehicles, vehicle manufacturers, vehicle maintenance and repair businesses, as well as in the energy sector and environmental technologies. In addition, continuous learning and self-updating are important for a successful career in this field where technology is developing rapidly.
Internship and practice opportunities offer students the opportunity to gain experience in the sector before graduation. This gives them a competitive advantage in the process of finding a job and allows them to reinforce their theoretical knowledge with practical applications. Upon completion of this program, students are trained to have comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the design and operation of hybrid and electric vehicles. This positions them as experts in a field that shapes the future of the automotive industry.