Electric Vehicle 101 Class 
 

Who: Open to the public with proof of event registration

What: Three-day EV Conversion Workshop

When: Three dates available:

9 AM – 7 PM, October 28, 29, 30, 2022

9 AM - 7 PM, January 27, 28, 29, 2023

9 AM - 7 PM, April 28, 29, 30, 2023

Where: The Electric Vehicle Learning Center & EV West

Cost: $1,200

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Your Instructors: The class will be led by Jake Krotje and also includes a special appearance from Michael Bream. Jake is EVLC’s Chief Mad Scientist also known as @flyingdutchmanindustires on Instagram. Michael Bream, @evwestdotcom on Instagram, is the owner and CEO of EV West.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided.

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All attendees must pre-register on Eventbrite and show an e-ticket at event registration. Cancellations will not be refunded. Closed-toe shoes are required.

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Some topics covered include:

What to consider when choosing a car

How to power your car

Working out your range

Guidelines to follow

Fabrication of parts

Wiring

Drag Coefficient

Rolling resistance

AC & DC Conversions

Component selection

Vehicle and component compatibility

Layout and design

12 volt circuits

DC to DC Converters

Batteries

Motors

Controllers

Chargers

Adapters & Couplers

Battery Monitoring Systems

Performance

Safety

Soldering

Participants will go on a tour of EV West and will have the opportunity to do a hands-on conversion on a moon buggy.

And much more!!!!