Hands-on EV thermal management training for overseas technicians in Guangzhou · Electric compressor diagnostics · Heat pump systems · PTC heaters · Refrigerant handling · Joint certificate
A specialised 3-day hands-on programme focused exclusively on EV thermal management and climate control systems. Participants learn EV A/C system architecture, electric compressor diagnostics, heat pump system operation and service, PTC heater testing, refrigerant recovery and charging, cooling/heating circuit fault diagnosis, and climate control system repair — using real A/C system components from BYD, GAC, and other mainstream manufacturers.
This course is designed for automotive technicians with prior repair experience who want to specialise in EV thermal management and A/C system repair. It is ideal for workshops that already service Chinese EVs and need in-house climate control repair capability, as well as technicians who have completed the 7-day complete training and want deeper A/C-focused practice.
Not suitable for: Complete beginners with no automotive repair background. If you have never used a multimeter, never worked on vehicle electrical systems, or have no experience with conventional A/C systems, start with the 7-day complete course instead.
A/C system faults are among the most common and frustrating issues overseas workshops face with Chinese EVs
Most overseas workshops cannot diagnose or repair EV thermal management systems internally. Every A/C-related fault means sending the vehicle to a dealer — costing time, money, and customer trust.
As Chinese EV volumes grow in CIS, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, workshops that cannot handle A/C system repairs in-house will lose customers to competitors who can. Remote diagnostic support helps in the short term, but building in-house capability is the long-term answer.
You don't need 7 days to start repairing EV A/C systems. This focused programme teaches the specific skills you need — compressor diagnostics, heat pump service, refrigerant handling — in 3 intensive days using real systems.
Practical, job-ready skills — not theory exams
Diagnose electric compressor faults — winding resistance, insulation, inverter communication, and NVH analysis
Service heat pump systems — refrigerant circuit switching, reversing valve operation, and defrost cycle diagnosis
Test and replace PTC heaters — resistance measurement, relay diagnostics, and safe replacement procedures
Perform refrigerant recovery, vacuum, and charging using professional R134a/R1234yf equipment
Diagnose cooling/heating circuit faults — water pump, expansion valve, three-way valve, and coolant flow issues
Read and interpret thermal management DTCs using OEM and universal diagnostic software
Leak detection using electronic detectors, UV dye, and nitrogen pressure testing methods
Follow the standard A/C fault diagnosis workflow: Complaint Verification → System Scan → Data Analysis → Component Test → Repair & Verification
Want to see what EV faults look like in real workshops? Read our technical case studies from overseas repair scenarios. Planning to open an EV repair shop? See our 2026 EV workshop equipment budget guide with three tiers from ¥24,500 to ¥79,800.
12 modules · 70% hands-on practice · Real EV A/C systems and thermal management components
| Time | Module | Core Content | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:30 | Course Kick-off & Introduction | Course objectives overview, participant needs assessment, safety briefing & liability waiver signing | Lecture |
| 09:30–10:30 | Module 1: EV Thermal Management Overview & Safety | EV thermal management system architecture overview · Comparison: conventional A/C vs EV thermal systems (compressor, PTC, heat pump) · Safety: HV isolation, refrigerant handling, PPE · GT/T 37983 EV thermal safety specs | Theory + Practical |
| 10:45–12:00 | Module 2: Electric Compressor System Diagnostics | Electric compressor types (scroll, swash plate) and specifications · Compressor control circuit and communication protocols · Winding resistance, insulation, and inverter diagnostics · Common compressor faults: NVH, leakage, communication failure | Theory + Visual ID |
| 14:00–15:30 | Module 3: Refrigerant Circuit & Heat Pump System | Refrigerant circuit layout: condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, reversing valve · Heat pump system operation and switching logic · Refrigerant types: R134a vs R1234yf properties and handling · System pressure testing and performance evaluation | Theory + Practical |
| 15:45–17:00 | Module 4: PTC Heater & Cooling/Heating Circuit | PTC heater structure and working principle · Resistance measurement and relay diagnostics · Cooling/heating circuit: water pump, expansion valve, three-way valve · Coolant flow testing and temperature differential analysis | Theory + Practical |
| Time | Module | Core Content | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00–10:00 | Module 5: Refrigerant Recovery, Vacuum & Charging | Refrigerant recovery machine operation · Vacuum pump procedure and duration standards · Charging by weight: correct refrigerant quantity lookup · System performance verification after charging · Environmental and safety regulations | Hands-on (Demo + Practice) |
| 10:15–12:00 | Module 6: Leak Detection & System Sealing | Electronic leak detector usage and limitations · UV dye injection and detection method · Nitrogen pressure testing for hard-to-find leaks · O-ring and seal replacement procedures · Joint and fitting inspection standards | Theory + Practical |
| 14:00–15:30 | Module 7: Compressor Replacement & Component Service | Compressor removal: refrigerant recovery, HV power-down, disconnect lines · New compressor installation: oil quantity, O-ring lubrication, torque sequence · System evacuation and charging after replacement · Performance verification and noise check | Hands-on (Demo + Practice) |
| 15:45–17:00 | Module 8: Heat Pump System Diagnosis & Service | Heat pump mode switching test (cooling → heating → defrost) · Reversing valve function verification · Defrost cycle performance and sensor check · Heat pump efficiency evaluation and common fault patterns | Theory + Practical |
| Time | Module | Core Content | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00–10:15 | Module 9: Thermal Management DTCs & Data Analysis | Reading and interpreting thermal management DTCs · Data stream analysis: compressor RPM, discharge temp, evaporator temp, coolant flow · CAN bus thermal system message capture · Distinguish sensor faults from actuator faults | Theory + Practical |
| 10:30–12:00 | Module 10: Climate Control System & Air Distribution | Climate control ECU function and logic · Air distribution: mode door, blend door, recirculation door · Blower motor and resistor diagnostics · Cabin air quality sensor and automatic mode calibration | Theory + Practical |
| 14:00–15:30 | Module 11: Comprehensive Fault Simulation | Team competition covering: compressor communication failure · insufficient cooling · no heat in heating mode · refrigerant leak · PTC heater fault · defrost cycle malfunction — Standard workflow: Complaint Verification → System Scan → Data Analysis → Component Test → Repair & Verification | Team Competition |
| 15:45–16:30 | Module 12: Course Wrap-Up | Systematic review of 3-day core knowledge · Q&A and experience sharing | Lecture |
| 16:30–17:00 | Graduation Ceremony | Certificate presentation & group photo | — |
Certified NEV specialists from Guangzhou's public transport repair division
11 Certified NEV Specialists · 1 National Skill Master Workshop · 3 National Traffic Technology Experts · 4 Guangdong May 1 Labor Medalists
National Skill Master Workshop Lead
Senior NEV Technician · National May 1 Labor Medal · Expert in HV system safety and thermal management systems
A/C System Specialist
Guangdong May 1 Labor Medal · Certified in electric compressor diagnostics and refrigerant handling procedures
A/C System Specialist
Guangdong May 1 Labor Medal · Specialised in thermal management diagnostics and heat pump system service
NEV Repair Standards Author
Co-author of "Guangzhou NEV Repair Service Guidelines" · National Traffic Technology Expert
Our full training team includes 11 certified specialists from Guangzhou's public transport NEV repair division — all holding national or provincial technician credentials.
Since launching this 3-day intensive, we have received enquiries from technicians worldwide
Workshop owner enquiring about EV heat pump system repair
Technician seeking specialised EV A/C compressor diagnostics training
EV service centre interested in Chinese EV thermal management training
The low price point (¥8,000 without accommodation) combined with A/C-focused specialisation has attracted interest from diverse markets — from Southeast Asia to Europe. For a real-world example of how Chinese EV systems behave in overseas workshops, see our BYD Sealion 07 Ukraine localization case study.
A focused, fast-track programme for technicians who need EV A/C repair skills now.
Enrol NowUnsure which course fits your needs? The 3-day intensive focuses exclusively on EV A/C system diagnostics, compressor service, heat pump systems, and refrigerant handling. The 7-day course covers the full vehicle — HV safety, drive motors, charging systems, CAN networks, and commercial vehicle EV systems.
| Criteria | 3-Day A/C Intensive | 7-Day Complete Course |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ¥8,000 / person | ¥23,800 / person |
| Duration | 3 days | 7 days |
| Focus | A/C system + thermal management only | Full vehicle (HV, motor, charging, CAN, battery, commercial) |
| Accommodation | Not included | Twin-share included |
| Best For | Techs with auto repair experience wanting A/C specialisation | Beginners and career switchers wanting full EV repair capability |
| Why this price? | Shorter duration, no accommodation — you only pay for A/C-focused training | Full immersion: 7 days, twin-share accommodation, all major EV systems covered |
| Certificate | Joint certificate | Joint certificate |
This 3-day intensive course is designed for technicians with prior auto repair experience, ideally with some background in conventional A/C systems. Basic knowledge of electrical systems is helpful but not mandatory — Day 1 covers EV thermal management fundamentals before any hands-on work begins.
The course equips you with the skills to diagnose electric compressor faults, service heat pump and PTC heater systems, perform refrigerant recovery and charging, troubleshoot cooling/heating circuits, and repair climate control systems. With proper tools and equipment, most graduates can handle common EV A/C faults independently.
The training uses real A/C system components from mainstream Chinese EV brands including BYD and GAC. Diagnostic procedures are applicable across brands that use similar thermal management architectures.
The 3-day A/C intensive focuses exclusively on thermal management — electric compressor diagnostics, heat pump systems, PTC heaters, refrigerant handling, and climate control. The 7-day complete course covers the full vehicle: HV safety, drive motors, charging systems, commercial vehicle systems, CAN networks, and battery systems. The 3-day course is ideal for technicians who want to specialise in A/C repair quickly.
No. The 3-day intensive course fee is CNY 8,000 per person and covers tuition, hands-on materials, English interpretation, digital materials, and the joint certificate. Accommodation and meals are not included, but we can recommend nearby hotels at preferential rates.
A/C system repair intensive courses are scheduled monthly. Contact us via WhatsApp or email for the next available session date. Sessions are limited to 10 participants to ensure sufficient hands-on time with real A/C systems.
Enrolment is simple: (1) Contact us via WhatsApp or email to confirm your preferred session date. (2) We will send you a course outline and payment details. (3) A deposit secures your seat, with the balance due before the course starts. We accept WeChat Pay, Alipay, USDT, and Visa.
This course is not suitable for complete beginners with no automotive repair background. If you have never used a multimeter, never worked on a vehicle's electrical system, or have no experience with conventional A/C systems, we recommend starting with the 7-day complete training course which builds foundational knowledge from Day 1.
To perform EV A/C repairs independently, you will need: a refrigerant recovery/recycling machine, manifold gauge set, leak detector (electronic or UV), vacuum pump, digital thermometer, multimeter, insulated hand tools, and diagnostic software for EV thermal management systems. The course includes guidance on sourcing these tools — many are available through NEV Fix's parts network. For a complete breakdown of workshop setup costs and equipment tiers, see our 2026 EV workshop equipment budget guide (three tiers from ¥24,500 to ¥79,800). You can also search OE part numbers for specific replacement components.
A/C system faults are among the most common reasons overseas workshops send EVs to dealerships. This 3-day course gives your team the skills to diagnose and repair thermal management systems in-house — saving time and reducing outsourcing costs.
Monthly intake · Max 10 per class · ¥8,000 per person
📋 3-Step Enrolment:
1. WhatsApp us to confirm your preferred month
2. Receive course outline & payment details
3. Deposit secures your seat — balance due before course starts