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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

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 the vibrant movement toward Plug-In Hybrid cars will be discussed.

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

So you want to convert an internal combustion engine car or an electric vehicle. What do you need before embarking on this adventure. (costs, picking the vehicle, what supplies are available to buy, what has to be made, how long will it take, prep before actual conversion.

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

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.

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

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

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

Design considerations for an Electric Vehicle battery box including purpose, materials, placement in vehicles, and access depending on types of batteries used. 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

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.

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