Electric Vehicle Charging Station. From Basics to Advanced.

This course, "Electric Vehicle Charging Installations", offers a comprehensive dive into the principles and design of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). The curriculum is designed to equip learners with a robust understanding of fundamental electrical concepts, necessary for designing efficient and reliable EV charging infrastructure.

The course begins with an introduction to essential electrical terms and concepts, such as nominal voltage, RMS values, and the significance of phase and line voltages in a 3-phase system. Learners will explore the principles of voltage drops, both algebraic and phasor, and the complex representations of electrical quantities like current, voltage, impedance, and apparent power.

A significant portion of the course focuses on the practical applications of these concepts in the context of EVSE. This includes understanding the impact of electric vehicles on the electrical grid, calculating voltage drops, and determining the electrical parameters necessary for designing EV charging infrastructure.

Participants will be introduced to Simaris Design, a specialized software by Siemens for electrical network calculation and dimensioning. Through hands-on exercises, learners will plan and design electrical networks, utilizing real product data to achieve accurate and reliable results.

The course also covers the various modes and standards of EV charging, such as Mode 1 to Mode 4 charging, detailing the technical specifications and safety features of each mode. Additionally, learners will become familiar with different types of charging connectors used globally, including Type 1, Type 2, and various DC connectors like CHAdeMO and CCS.

By the end of this course, participants will have a well-rounded understanding of EVSE design, from basic electrical principles to advanced network planning and real-world applications, empowering them to contribute effectively to the development of sustainable EV charging infrastructure.