Vehicle Electronics and Controls

About the Program

The increasing use of electrical systems and electronic sensors and devices in vehicles and automobiles has resulted in new developments in this field for vehicle application. With rapid progress in battery technology, it is envisaged that electric vehicles will become more affordable and more efficient. Electric drive control requires the use of power devices which are primarily high power electronic devices. Modern vehicles will rely on both analog and digital hardware for efficient operation of the vehicle. Engineers would be required to be well versed in the design of hybrid electrical and electronic systems.

The Vehicle Electronics certificate will introduce the participants to analog and digital electronics. Starting with simple diodes and rectifiers, students will be introduced to other solid state devices that are used in electronic circuits. Participants will learn the design of amplifiers, switches and other commonly used circuits. They will also receive instruction on digital logic and the use of microprocessors. Besides featuring hands-on laboratory practice, participants will be involved in several group design projects. (12 credit hours)

The certificate can be completed entirely on campus, entirely online, or through a combination of on-campus and online courses.   

Course Descriptions

Please choose four courses to complete the required 12 credit hours.

Learning Goals and Outcomes

  1. Students will have knowledge about simple diodes and rectifiers, and other solid state devices that are used in electronic circuits.
  2. Students will have knowledge of the design of amplifiers, switches and other commonly used circuits.
  3. Students will know digital logic and the use of microprocessors.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must possess an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. 

CECS Graduate Education Office

2060/2070 - Professional Education Center
4901 Evergreen Road
Dearborn, MI 48128
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