- Program Highlights
The Professional Certification Program in Motor Drive Systems & Control Systems is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the critical components of electric vehicle engineering. Covering essential EV engineering topics, this program takes students through the essentials of motor drive systems, control strategies, and cutting-edge EV design and simulation. Students will gain in-depth insights into motor technologies, EV components, power electronics, and advanced control systems necessary for the future of electric mobility
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- Career Opportunities
- EV Design and Development: Focus on conceptualizing and creating electric vehicle models.
- Battery Management and Thermal Systems: Work on efficient energy storage and temperature regulation.
- Power Electronics Engineering: Develop and manage inverters, converters, and related electronics for EVs.
- Motor Drive System Optimization: Enhance motor performance and efficiency in EVs.
- Control System Integration: Implement control systems to manage vehicle dynamics and stability.
- Vehicle Simulation and Modeling: Use software to simulate EV performance and optimize designs.
- Charging Technology and Infrastructure: Design and maintain EV charging stations and solutions.
- Renewable Energy Integration with EVs: Incorporate sustainable energy sources into EV designs.
- Automotive Embedded Systems: Develop software and hardware systems embedded in EVs.
- EV Component R&D: Research and develop new components specific to electric vehicles.
- EV Design Engineer: Creates the structural and aesthetic aspects of electric vehicles.
- Battery Systems Engineer: Specializes in battery management and performance optimization.
- Motor Drive Engineer: Focuses on motor technologies and efficiency improvements.
- Power Electronics Engineer: Manages the electronic systems powering EV components.
- Control Systems Engineer: Designs control mechanisms for vehicle stability and performance.
- EV Modeling Specialist: Uses simulation tools to predict and improve EV functionality.
- Charging Infrastructure Engineer: Develops and manages EV charging network infrastructure.
- Thermal Management Engineer: Ensures effective heat dissipation and temperature control in EVs.
- Embedded Systems Developer: Codes and configures software within EV hardware.
- R&D Engineer for EVs: Conducts research on new EV technologies and component design.
- Proficient in MATLAB, SIMULINK, ANSYS: Skilled in using software for modeling and simulation.
- Electric Motor and Drive Systems Knowledge: Understands different types of EV motors and control methods.
- Battery Technology Expertise: Knowledgeable in battery chemistry and energy management.
- Power Electronics and Inverters: Skilled in designing circuits for power conversion in EVs.
- EV Component Modeling: Ability to create simulations for EV parts and systems.
- Control Systems Development: Develops systems to regulate and stabilize EV dynamics.
- Thermal Management and CFD: Expertise in heat dissipation and fluid flow for cooling EVs.
- CAD/CAE for EV Design: Uses computer-aided tools for creating and testing EV designs.
- EV Charging Standards Knowledge: Familiar with global standards like CCS, CHAdeMO.
- Analytical Skills in Energy Efficiency: Applies methods to optimize EV energy consumption.
- Tata Motors
- Mahindra Electric
- Ola Electric
- Ather Energy
- Ashok Leyland
- Hero Electric
- TVS Motor Company
- Bajaj Auto
- Bosch India
- Hyundai Motor India
- L&T Technology Services
- Greaves Electric Mobility
- Exide Industries
- Maruti Suzuki
- Sun Mobility
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- Program Outcomes
- Program Curriculum
Module 1: EV Engineering Essentials Part I and II
- Module Description:
- This foundational module offers a comprehensive introduction to electric vehicle (EV) technology, including an overview of EV components and key technologies essential to modern electric mobility. It explores the transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric, highlighting key differences, benefits, and challenges in this shift. Students will gain insight into the core principles of EV design, focusing on essential subsystems and safety considerations. This module also covers the fundamentals of battery technology, examining chemistries, energy density, and charging cycles. Students learn about power electronics, including inverters, converters, and power management, and dive into the specifics of motor systems, control strategies, and efficiency optimization. Furthermore, vehicle electrification systems such as wiring, voltage distribution, and both high and low voltage components are discussed, along with the infrastructure and standards necessary for EV charging, including CCS, CHAdeMO, and fast-charging solutions.
- Module Details:
- Starting with EV Technology: Overview of Electric Vehicles, Components, Key Technologies
- Understanding ICE to EV Transition: Key Differences, Benefits, Challenges
- Electric Vehicle Engineering: EV Design Principles, Key Subsystems, Safety Considerations
- Battery Technology for EV Systems: Battery Chemistries, Energy Density, Charging Cycles
- Power Electronics for EV Systems: Inverters, Converters, Power Management
- Motor Systems for Electric Vehicles: Types of Motors, Control Strategies, Efficiency Optimization
- Vehicle Electrification Systems: Vehicle Wiring, Voltage Distribution, High and Low Voltage Components
- Electric Vehicle Charging Technology: Charging Infrastructure, Standards (CCS, CHAdeMO), Fast Charging Solutions
Module 2: Certification Course in Motor Technology and Drive Systems for Electric Vehicles: Design and Optimization
- Module Description:
- This module focuses on the critical elements of motor technology and drive systems for electric vehicles. It begins with an overview of electric motor fundamentals, covering key principles of operation and the types of motors commonly used in EVs. The module delves into power electronics for managing motor drives, ensuring that students understand the technical aspects needed for effective motor operation. Both conventional DC motors and induction motors are examined in depth, with discussions on motor equivalent circuits to enhance analysis skills. The course also explores the use of inverters in motor control, emphasizing their role in improving vehicle performance and powertrain optimization. Advanced motor control techniques are introduced to provide students with strategies for maximizing motor efficiency and performance.
- Module Details:
- Fundamentals of Electric Motors: Key principles of motor operation
- Power Electronics for Motor Drives: Managing motor drives
- Conventional DC Motors: Basics of DC motors
- Induction Motors: Motor principles and drive systems
- Motor Equivalent Circuits: Analyzing motor circuits
- Inverter-Fed Motors: Using inverters in motor control
- Advanced Motor Control: Optimizing powertrain motors
Module 3: Advanced Certification in Electric Vehicle Design and Simulation using MATLAB, SIMULINK, and QSS
- Module Description:
- This module equips students with the skills to design and simulate various EV architectures using industry-standard software like MATLAB, SIMULINK, and QSS. It covers EV powertrain modeling, energy flow, and road load analysis, focusing on factors such as aerodynamic drag, rolling resistance, and gradient forces that impact vehicle performance. The course includes in-depth analysis of inverter design, including sizing, efficiency, and thermal management strategies to enhance powertrain reliability. Students also engage in advanced Simscape modeling for electrical, mechanical, and thermal components within EV systems. Practical applications using QSS and ADVISOR toolboxes are included for vehicle design simulations and energy efficiency analysis, and battery management system (BMS) modeling and energy flow simulations help students understand battery performance under different operational scenarios
- Module Details:
- EV Architecture Modelling & Simulations: Vehicle Layout, Powertrain Architecture, Energy Flow Modeling
- Road Load Understanding: Forces Acting on Vehicles, Load Distribution
- Road Load Analysis: Modeling Aerodynamic Drag, Rolling Resistance, Gradient Forces
- Inverter Design and Modeling: Sizing, Efficiency, Thermal Management
- Advanced Simscape Modeling: Electrical, Mechanical, Thermal Modeling for EV Systems
- QSS and ADVISOR Toolbox Applications: Vehicle Design Simulations, Energy Efficiency Analysis
- BMS Modeling and Energy Analysis: Battery Performance Modeling, Energy Flow Simulations
Module 4: Certification Course in ANSYS Engineering for Electric Vehicles: Fundamentals to Advanced Non linear Analysis
- Module Description:
- This module introduces students to computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided engineering (CAE), and the ANSYS software suite, which is widely used in engineering design and simulation. Beginning with an overview of CAD tools, students are introduced to ANSYS’s role in EV engineering. The module covers finite element analysis (FEA) and material selection, critical for understanding EV component durability and safety. Students learn how to set up projects, handle geometry, and build CAD models for import into ANSYS. Advanced meshing techniques, boundary conditions, and load applications are taught for structural analysis, with a focus on mesh generation and analysis setup. Heat transfer analysis and thermal management are key components, ensuring students can model and mitigate heat dissipation issues in EV systems. The module also covers computational fluid dynamics (CFD) for cooling and nonlinear analysis techniques for more complex simulation requirements.
- Module Details:
- Introduction to CAD/CAE and ANSYS: Overview of CAD Tools, ANSYS for Engineering Design
- Fundamentals of FEA and Material Properties: Finite Element Analysis, Material Selection for EVs
- ANSYS Project Setup and Geometry Handling: Building CAD Models, Importing into ANSYS
- Meshing, Analysis Setup, and Structural Analysis: Mesh Generation, Boundary Conditions, Load Applications
- Heat Transfer Analysis: Thermal Analysis, Heat Dissipation in EV Systems
- CFD: Fluid flow analysis for cooling
- Nonlinear Analysis: Advanced simulation techniques
- Skills Covered
Proficient in MATLAB, SIMULINK, ANSYS
Electric Motor and Drive Systems Knowledge
Battery Technology Expertise
Power Electronics and Inverters
EV Component Modeling
Control Systems Development
Thermal Management and CFD
CAD/CAE for EV Design
EV Charging Standards Knowledge
Analytical Skills in Energy Efficiency
- Projects
Design and Optimization of an Electric Powertrain for Urban Commuter Vehicles with Integrated Thermal Management and Advanced Charging Solutions
Design an optimized powertrain for urban EVs, focusing on thermal management and charging solutions for extended range.
Advanced Non-Linear Transient Analysis of Engineering Component System
Perform transient analysis on EV components under dynamic conditions, focusing on non-linear behavior to enhance reliability and safety.
Advanced Motor Simulation and analysis using MATLAB and ANSYS
Designing, modeling and analysis of motor systems and different motor technologies, focusing on performance characterization.
- Benefits
- Comprehensive foundational knowledge in EV technology.
- Hands-on experience with EV modeling and simulation.
- Exposure to cutting-edge tools like MATLAB, SIMULINK, and ANSYS.
- Opportunity to build a career in a fast-growing industry.
- Real-world project experience for a strong portfolio.
- Gain specialized skills in EV motor drive and control systems.
- Expand career opportunities in the EV industry.
- Enhance problem-solving and analytical skills with hands-on projects.
- Build expertise in industry-standard software for EV design.
- Network with industry experts and professionals in the EV field.
- Design and optimize electric vehicle motor drive systems.
- Implement and troubleshoot EV control systems.
- Model EV components for real-world applications.
- Apply advanced simulation techniques to predict EV performance.
- Integrate thermal and power management solutions in EV designs.
- Analyze and interpret EV data to optimize performance.
- Develop solutions for EV-specific challenges in design and simulation.
- Mode of Learning
Complete on-site
classroom program
Location: Mumbai
LIVE + Recorded + Onsite + Hardware + Workshop
LIVE + Weekend on-site sessions
Location: Pune, Delhi
LIVE + Recorded + Hardware + Workshop
Location: Global
- Tools Covered
Hardware Labs Access
Two-Wheeler Simulator & Test Bench
The 2 Wheeler Simulator & Testbench focuses on evaluating EV battery performance, including voltage, current, discharge profiles, and capacity testing under various load conditions. It also covers Battery Management System (BMS) testing and dynamic load analysis to optimize electric bike performance and safety.
LAB 1
Charging Station Simulator and Test Bench
The Charging Station Simulator and Test Bench covers experiments focusing on the efficiency, behavior, and safety features of EV charging systems. It includes the measurement of voltage, current, and power consumption during charging, and tests security features like RFID and OTP-based authentication. Key areas include energy efficiency analysis, protection unit testing, and charging behavior under different conditions
LAB 2
EV In-house manufacturing & Development KIT
The EV In-house Manufacturing & Development KIT provides all the essential tools and components for building and prototyping electric vehicles, supporting the entire development process from concept to production. It includes equipment for battery monitoring, motor control, system integration, and real-time data analysis, ensuring seamless development for EV projects​
LAB 5
Hardware Lab Attendees
Our Alumni: Shaping the Future of Innovation
The facilities at DIYguru, especially the testing equipment, were top-notch. Interacting with founders from other EV companies during sessions provided unique insights and added significant value to my educational journey.
Sunil Pareek
• Entrepreneur
The DIYguru course not only introduced me to the essentials of electric vehicles but also provided a highly supportive learning environment. The tutors were incredibly patient, always ready to explain complex concepts multiple times, which greatly enhanced my understanding and confidence
Ankit Kumar
• University Undergrad.
The training at DIYguru proved to be very useful, especially in my role as a deputy manager in R&D. The course provided me with insights that are directly applicable to my work in auto electrical systems, enhancing both my practical skills and theoretical knowledge.
Manoj Kumar
• Deputy Manager in R&D - Auto Ignition Ltd.
Dr. Gaurav Trivedi
Principal Investigator, IIT Guwahati
Chinmaya Chetan Biswal
BeepKart-2W | Spinny- 4W | Shuttl – EVs in Employee Logistics | MDI | TML
Dr. Bijaya Ketan Panigrahi
Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, Founder Head, Centre for Automotive Research and Tribology (CART), IIT Delhi
Abhishek Dwivedi
Co-Founder EVeez
Arindam Lahiri
CEO of the Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)
Ms. Feroza Haque
Project Manager, EICT Academy, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Ms. Pronamika Buragohain
Project Engineer at the E&ICT Academy, IIT Guwahati
Rahul Soni
Project Incharge – EVI Technologies
Jawaad Khan
CEO & Founder – Tadpole Projects
Prasad Kadam
Senior Technical Head – DIYguru COE Labs
Ankit Khatri
EIR – DIYguru | R&D Testing & validation Engineer at CREATARA | Ex- ICAT
Supratim Das
EIR – DIYguru | Hardware Generalist @ Google || Ex – Exponent Energy || Ex- Taqanal Energy || Ex- HCL Technology || E- Mobility, Energy Mentor
