Cambria College Launches EV Program For Tech Demand
COLEG Cambria is starting a new programme to help with the need for skilled workers in the Electric Vehicle industry. Many people think there will not be enough technicians for the demand in EVs in the next ten years. The new initiative hopes to address this issue.
Coleg Cambria Deeside's Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Repair 2 and 3 courses have been successful with around 100 students completing them in the last year and a half. Now, a new and more in-depth Level 4 Award in Diagnosis and Rectification of Faults in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles will start this September.
Keeping up with the newest tech is critical for mechanics and aspiring automotive employees, says Charles Jones from Coleg Cambria. He stressed the need to give them the skills they need to keep up with the industry, as electric cars are becoming more popular. "To stay ahead and keep up," he said, "skills have to evolve."
Jones said that past students have given positive feedback about completing the EV courses. They also said that it has helped their workplaces and career prospects a lot. He added that this course can help companies stand out from their competitors if they have a growing customer base. Some companies in the same sector have not embraced EV yet.
Coleg Cambria offers the EV programme twice a year because it's in high demand. Places are filling up fast, so if you want to join, contact the college soon. The course is flexible, especially for people who are working. They can "roll in and roll off" as needed. Jones thinks this makes it a great option for learners who want to learn while they work.
Cambria has teamed up with local partners to offer specialized resources for the new program. The Level 4 students will learn advanced service and repair techniques, such as fixing electric batteries instead of replacing them. This is better for the environment and saves money.
Carl Black is the Curriculum Director for Engineering, Automotive, and Electrical Technical at Coleg Cambria Deeside. He thinks that more independent garages need to start servicing EVs. This is so the next generation of EV technicians can be trained. Black says that it's already happening and it's not just garages sending people to them. Local authorities, utilities, transport companies and other representatives have also come to them for training.
People who are eligible can get funding from Personal Learning Account (PLA) to access the EV programme easily. In the zero-emission transport sector, there is a high demand for skilled workers. Coleg Cambria wants to help career advancement in the EV industry and therefore, providing great facilities and expertise.
The recent SMF report showed that we need more qualified EV mechanics. We might be short 25,000 technicians by 2030. It's important to have programmes like Coleg Cambria's EV programme. This will help us train more mechanics and meet the needs of the changing car industry.
Coleg Cambria has training programs for electric and hybrid vehicles. These programs will help people to be experts. The automotive industry is changing fast. It wants more sustainable and advanced technology.
