The rapid transition from conventional internal combustion engines to electrified vehicles has
revolutionized the automotive industry, demanding significant upskilling of the current and future
automotive workforce. Among the most critical components of electrified vehicles is the lithium-ion
battery, whose performance, safety, and lifetime directly impact vehicle efficiency, reliability, and cost.
To address this challenge, this study proposes a comprehensive, hands-on training program to equip
automotive engineers with practical skills in lithium-ion battery testing and data interpretation. Seven
fundamental battery tests are integrated into the curriculum: continuous constant current discharging
tests across different C-rates, discharging tests under varying ambient temperatures, surface temperature
distribution measurements, open-circuit voltage vs. state-of-charge profiling, internal resistance
measurements, battery aging studies, and internal short-circuit experiments. This article discusses
in detail the experimental methods, instrumentation, procedures, and key observations of each test.
The proposed program aims to bridge the knowledge gap between theoretical concepts and real-world
applications, enabling engineers to design, analyze, and diagnose lithium-ion batteries effectively for
next-generation hybrid and electric vehicles.
