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| − | Hear the advantages and disadvantages of all forms of electric vehicles including street vehicles, both freeway capable and NEV's (Neighborhood Electric Vehicles) electric racing, electric boats, electric assisted bicycles, and scooters. Bio- | + | Class Description: |
| + | Hear the advantages and disadvantages of all forms of electric vehicles including street vehicles, both freeway capable and NEV's (Neighborhood Electric Vehicles) electric racing, electric boats, electric assisted bicycles, and scooters. Bio-Diesel, Ethanol,CNG, wind power, and solar power, and especially the vibrant movement toward Plug-In Hybrid cars will be discussed. Your instructor, Steven Lough, has been a leader in the Electric Vehicle field for over 29 years. His family GM Dealership took on a line of commercially built electric vehicles back in 1980. A handout listing resources for seeing, obtaining, converting, and repairing electric vehicles will be given to each student. Because things are changing so fast you may want to take this class over and over - every time it is offered. | ||
: '''Register at [http://www.learnatsouth.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=1011&CategoryID=4&SubCategoryID=112 www.learnatsouth.org] or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.''' | : '''Register at [http://www.learnatsouth.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=1011&CategoryID=4&SubCategoryID=112 www.learnatsouth.org] or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.''' | ||
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| + | Wondering if you want to convert and internal combustion engine car to an electric vehicle? Learn you what you need to know before embarking on this adventure (costs, picking the vehicle, supplies needed, where to buy, what has to be made, how long will it take to prep the car, how long to convert, etc.) Resources available. | ||
: '''Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339. | : '''Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339. | ||
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| − | Whether you have a hybrid, a plug in hybrid, a car that just uses electricity stored in batteries or a car that runs on gasoline but uses a battery to run the accessories, you will want to know this information. Topics covered will include: general overview of popular suitable batteries for EVs | + | Class Description: |
| + | Whether you have a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, a car that just uses electricity stored in batteries, or a car that runs on gasoline but uses a battery to run the accessories, you will want to know this information. Topics covered will include: general overview of popular suitable batteries for EVs, comparison of costs and specs of various available batteries, calculating the kWhr rating of my pack, ways to extend battery life, and charging and recycling of batteries. | ||
: '''Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339. | : '''Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339. | ||
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| + | Learn the advantages and disadvantages of DC and AC motors. Gain valuable insight and knowledge of how AC drives work and how to apply them to vehicles. Class will provide hands-on operating demonstrations of motors and variable-frequency drives and other motors using bench-top equipment VFDs. | ||
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Keep your electric vehicle safe with this class. Learn how a DC system works, what parts go into it, and why you should have these parts. | Keep your electric vehicle safe with this class. Learn how a DC system works, what parts go into it, and why you should have these parts. | ||
: '''Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339. | : '''Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339. | ||
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| + | Come gain tips and design considerations for an electric vehicle battery box. Talk about the purpose, the materials to use, placement in the vehicle and access needed depending on the type of batteries used. | ||
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Discussing components in an EV and how they work. Primer on how to read component schematics to avoid some of the common first-timers mistakes. If you are considering building an electric conversion or have already started, attend this class to avoid making beginner mistakes. You will be ready to create a reliable, inexpensive, and beautiful electric conversion. | Discussing components in an EV and how they work. Primer on how to read component schematics to avoid some of the common first-timers mistakes. If you are considering building an electric conversion or have already started, attend this class to avoid making beginner mistakes. You will be ready to create a reliable, inexpensive, and beautiful electric conversion. | ||
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: '''Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339. | : '''Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339. | ||
Revision as of 22:31, 20 August 2009
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Educational Program Class Sub Pages: - Schedule - Instructors - Donations - Future Classes - Contact |
Contents
- 1 October 5, 2009, Electric Vehicle Introduction
- 2 October 12, 2009, Electric Vehicle Conversion-Overview
- 3 October 19, 2009, Electric Vehicles-Batteries
- 4 October 24, 2009, Introduction to AC Drives for Electric Vehicles
- 5 October 26, 2009, Electric Vehicle Components and Safety Systems
- 6 November 2, 2009, Electric Vehicle-Desiging the Battery Box
- 7 November 9, 2009, Electric Vehicle Component Technology for Conversion
- 8 Fall 2009 Classes are posted at www.learnatsouth.org
October 5, 2009, Electric Vehicle Introduction
- Instructor: Steven Lough
- Monday Oct 5, 6:00 to 9:00pm
- Location: Room OLY 206, South Seattle Community College
- Class Fee: $25
Class Description: Hear the advantages and disadvantages of all forms of electric vehicles including street vehicles, both freeway capable and NEV's (Neighborhood Electric Vehicles) electric racing, electric boats, electric assisted bicycles, and scooters. Bio-Diesel, Ethanol,CNG, wind power, and solar power, and especially the vibrant movement toward Plug-In Hybrid cars will be discussed. Your instructor, Steven Lough, has been a leader in the Electric Vehicle field for over 29 years. His family GM Dealership took on a line of commercially built electric vehicles back in 1980. A handout listing resources for seeing, obtaining, converting, and repairing electric vehicles will be given to each student. Because things are changing so fast you may want to take this class over and over - every time it is offered.
- Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.
October 12, 2009, Electric Vehicle Conversion-Overview
- Instructors: Ed Stegall/Murray Fye
- Monday, Oct 12, 2009, 6:00pm to 8;30pm
- Location: Room OLY 206, South Seattle Community College
- Class Fee: $25
Class Description: Wondering if you want to convert and internal combustion engine car to an electric vehicle? Learn you what you need to know before embarking on this adventure (costs, picking the vehicle, supplies needed, where to buy, what has to be made, how long will it take to prep the car, how long to convert, etc.) Resources available.
- Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.
October 19, 2009, Electric Vehicles-Batteries
- Instructor: Stephen Johnsen
- Monday, Oct 19, 2009, 6:30 to 9:30pm AND Saturday, August 22, 1:00pm to 4:00pm
- Location: Room TEC 106, South Seattle Community College
- Class Fee: $45
Class Description: Whether you have a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, a car that just uses electricity stored in batteries, or a car that runs on gasoline but uses a battery to run the accessories, you will want to know this information. Topics covered will include: general overview of popular suitable batteries for EVs, comparison of costs and specs of various available batteries, calculating the kWhr rating of my pack, ways to extend battery life, and charging and recycling of batteries.
- Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.
October 24, 2009, Introduction to AC Drives for Electric Vehicles
- Instructor: Dan Bentler
- Saturday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Location: Off Campus - North Sea Com Coll Tech Bldg #1538 & 1639
- Class Fee: $65
Class Description: Learn the advantages and disadvantages of DC and AC motors. Gain valuable insight and knowledge of how AC drives work and how to apply them to vehicles. Class will provide hands-on operating demonstrations of motors and variable-frequency drives and other motors using bench-top equipment VFDs.
October 26, 2009, Electric Vehicle Components and Safety Systems
- Instructor: Roger Wright
- Monday - October 26, 6:00 to 8:30pm
- Location: Room OLY 206, South Seattle Community College
- Class Fee: $35
Class Description: Keep your electric vehicle safe with this class. Learn how a DC system works, what parts go into it, and why you should have these parts.
- Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.
November 2, 2009, Electric Vehicle-Desiging the Battery Box
- Instructor: James Conners
- Monday November 2, 6:30 - 8:30pm
- Location: Room OLY 206, South Seattle Community College
- Class Fee: $35
Class Description: Come gain tips and design considerations for an electric vehicle battery box. Talk about the purpose, the materials to use, placement in the vehicle and access needed depending on the type of batteries used.
- Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.
November 9, 2009, Electric Vehicle Component Technology for Conversion
- Instructor: Cory Cross
- Monday, Nov 9, 2009, 6:00 to 9:00pm
- Location: Room OLY 206, South Seattle Community College
- Class Fee: $45
Class Description: Discussing components in an EV and how they work. Primer on how to read component schematics to avoid some of the common first-timers mistakes. If you are considering building an electric conversion or have already started, attend this class to avoid making beginner mistakes. You will be ready to create a reliable, inexpensive, and beautiful electric conversion. Class Description
- Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.
