COURSE OVERVIEW:

The meaning of electrochemical storage solutions refers to the broad spectrum of technologies that store energy in chemical bonds and release it as electricity, serving both the "fixed" grid and the "mobile" transportation sectors. This course explores the critical differences and synergies between stationary storage—designed for grid stability and renewable integration—and e-mobility storage—designed for energy density and fast charging. By understanding the specific duty cycles and performance requirements of each application, professionals can select and design the most efficient battery architectures for a decarbonized world.

The scope of this training covers advanced battery chemistries including Lithium-ion variations (LFP, NMC, NCA), solid-state batteries, sodium-ion, and high-capacity flow batteries. It examines the engineering of Battery Management Systems (BMS) for both passenger electric vehicles (EVs) and utility-scale "Front-of-the-Meter" installations. The course provides a deep dive into the thermal management systems required to maintain safety and efficiency, as well as the power electronics that interface these storage units with diverse loads and charging infrastructures.

Coverage includes the "Second-Life" concept, where retired EV batteries are repurposed for stationary applications, and the development of "Vehicle-to-Grid" (V2G) technologies that allow EVs to act as mobile grid assets. The course addresses the safety standards, life cycle assessments, and the global supply chain challenges of critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel. Participants will gain the technical expertise to evaluate energy storage as a multi-functional asset, capable of providing both high-power mobility and long-duration grid resilience.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Contrast the technical requirements for stationary vs. e-mobility energy storage.
2. Evaluate the trade-offs between energy density, power density, and cycle life.
3. Design high-performance thermal management systems for EV battery packs.
4. Implement advanced BMS algorithms for State of Charge (SoC) and State of Health (SoH).
5. Analyze the potential of Sodium-ion and Solid-State batteries for mass market use.
6. Design the infrastructure for ultra-fast charging and its impact on the local grid.
7. Assess the feasibility of Redox Flow batteries for long-duration stationary storage.
8. Develop a "Second-Life" strategy for repurposing spent automotive batteries.
9. Implement Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) control logic.
10. Navigate the safety standards (UL, IEC) for electrochemical storage systems.
11. Perform a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) on different battery chemistries.
12. Formulate a technical and economic comparison of storage technologies for a specific use case.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is designed for Automotive Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Power System Planners, Battery Scientists, Fleet Managers, and Sustainability Consultants involved in the transition to electric mobility and renewable energy storage.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.