Introduction of the SAE Vehicle Electrification Certification – Level 1

This webinar is part of a series of Mindful Mobility Tech Talks hosted by the Columbia-Willamette Clean Cities Coalition. In the webinar, Mark Quarto, Rich DeMary, and Chris Quarto introduce the Electrified Vehicle Systems Standards based Training for a level 1 certification, developed by the Northwest Engineering and Vehicle Technology Exchange (NEVTEX). This session focuses on manual service disconnects, interlock circuits, high voltage bus discharge, and isolation fault monitoring circuits. Mark Quarto explores level 1 certification learning outcomes, topical areas, and required tools and equipment. DeMary introduces the SAE Industry Technologies Consortia (SAE ITC) and illustrates what the certification process looks like for instructors and technicians. Chris Quarto highlights the three levels of electrified vehicle systems (EVS) standards and certification, pathways towards certification, adaptive learning, on-demand training, hands-on training, industry partners, and certification resources. Slides are available to view separately. The video recording runs 1:17:48 minutes in length.