College accelerates automotive industry sustainability with launch of electric hybrid training courses

Walsall College is championing the emergence of electric and hybrid vehicles with the launch of new training courses, workshops and equipment.

Industry-recognised vehicle maintenance and repair-based courses will be available from January 2021.

Mark Pemberton, curriculum manager for automotive at the college said: “We have a fully-formed course portfolio supporting trainee and experienced technicians, for whom it’s becoming mandatory to develop this area expertise.

“Our provision has a firm focus on the relevant technical skills of this industry’s workforce and their growing commitment to sustainability.

“The college is uniquely placed to support businesses as they work towards a transition of services involving electric/hybrid vehicle servicing and maintenance, as well as any modifications further along the line.”

The college’s bespoke workshops feature state-of the-art hybrid vehicles and diagnostic equipment.  In partnership with e-learning vehicle and systems technologies provider, Electude, college staff and learners will also have full exposure to a variety of plug in, diagnostic tools and equipment.

Catherine Treanor, UK business development manager at Electude, said: “We are extremely pleased to be partnering with Walsall College; an educational leader in automotive.

“Our e-learning and training vehicles will support students to gain a greater understanding of the inner workings of vehicles, supported by interactive animations and simulations. Lecturers can better support their students in the classroom by monitoring results and teaching from a distance.

“We hope that our work together will showcase a fantastic college and the talented students within it.”