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July 16, 2008

Introduction to Electric Vehicles

Instructor: Steven Lough

Wednesday - July 16, 2008 from 7:00pm-9:00pm

Location: South Seattle Community College

Class Fee: $29

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 electric vehicle field for over 27 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.

Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.

July 23, 2008

Batteries for Electrical Vehicles

Instructor: Stephen Johnsen

Wednesday - July 23, 2008 from 7:00pm-9:00pm

Location: South Seattle Community College

Class Fee: $29

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 on various batteries available; calculating the kWhr rating of my pack; how to extend battery life; charging and recycling of batteries.

Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.

August 6, 2008

Introduction to Electric Bicycles

Instructor: Rob Beresford

Wednesday - August 6, 2008 from 7:00pm-9:00pm

Location: South Seattle Community College

Class Fee: $29

There have been many new developments in electric bicycles. Do you want to buy a purpose-built bike, install a conversion kit, or build the whole thing from scratch? What about motor, battery, and power controller selection? Do you want a pedal-assist system, power-on-demand hybrid, or a dedicated electric motorcycle? Should it have two, three, or even four wheels? Should you consider aerodynamics or weather protection? How about cargo or room for an extra passenger? What are the local ordinances governing the use of electric bikes? These are some of the questions this two-hour introductory course will cover.

Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.

October 8, 2008

Electric Scooters

Instructor: John Stueve

Wednesday - October 8, 2008 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Location: South Seattle Community College

Class Fee: $29

Get tips on what you should know about buying and owning an electric scooter. This 2-hour introductory co-sponsored by Seattle Electric Vehicle Association will answer all your questions and more.

Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.

October 18th and 25th, 2008

AC Drives for Electric Vehicles

Instructor: Dan Bentler

Saturdays - October 18th and 25th, 2008 - 2 sessions - 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Location: South Seattle Community College

Class Fee: $75

Learn of the advantages and disadvantages of DC and AC motors. Gain valuable insight and knowledge of how AC drives work and how to apply to vehicles. Class will provide hands-on operating demonstration of a variable-frequency drive (VFD) and other electric motors. Class is co-sponsored by the Seattle Electric Vehicle Association.

Register at www.learnatsouth.org or call Continuing Education office 206-764-5339.