Endothermic, Hybrid and Electric Engines
Two-year post-diploma technical specialization course
MODENA
Operazione delle Fondazioni ITS ACADEMY A.F. 2025/2027 approvata con Determinazione Dirigenziale n. 17626 del 18/09/2025 in risposta alla DGR N. 1137/2025 Approvazione dei percorsi biennali validabili presentati dalle fondazioni ITS Academy da avviare nell’a.f. 2025/2026. PR FSE+ 2021/2027. I Provvedimento
Rif PA 2025-25204/RER – 2025-25205/RER
Turn your passion for engines into a career
Become a Higher Technician in Endothermic, Hybrid and Electric Engines and work on the development, calibration and quality control of the most advanced powertrains.
This two-year post-diploma technical course prepares you to work in the R&D, testing and diagnostics departments of the automotive sector. With a highly practical training approach and over 40% of total hours dedicated to internships, you will be ready to join companies across the Motor Valley, from major international brands to specialized workshops.
| Duration | 2 years (approx. 2000 hours) |
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| Period | From late October to July (1st year) and from September to July (2nd year) |
| Attendance | Mandatory (minimum 80% attendance) |
| Schedule | Full-time (approx. 35 hours per week) |
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| Cost | All programs are free of charge |
| Erasmus+ | International experiences available (internships, language courses) |
Professional profile
The Higher Technician in Endothermic, Hybrid and Electric Engines works with the latest vehicle control and management technologies, specializing in the operation of endothermic, hybrid and electric powertrains.
Employment sectors:
- Automotive
- Traditional and sports car and motorcycle industry
- Automotive supply chain and component manufacturing
- Distribution companies in the automotive sector
Career opportunities
The Higher Technician in Endothermic, Hybrid and Electric Engines typically works in development, testing and quality control departments for traditional and next-generation engines. The interdisciplinary training also opens opportunities across a variety of company functions, which can be tailored during the internship period.
Possible roles:
- Engine control and calibration technician
- Test bench technician
- Specialist in diagnostic systems
- Performance and energy efficiency technician
- R&D technician
- Automotive quality control technician
- Technical designer / draftsman in the automotive sector
- Technical designer / draftsman in the mechanical sector
Course program
Teamwork module
The course includes transversal skills modules on teamwork, organizational communication and leadership fundamentals, which are essential for applying technical knowledge in real working environments.
Hands-on learning
1
Learning by doing
The program alternates classroom lessons and in-company training through laboratories, project work, business simulations, meetings with entrepreneurs and company visits.
2
Alignment courses
Initial courses in Mechanics, Electrical/Electronics and English, tailored to students’ entry-level skills.
3
Company internships
Over 40% of total course hours are dedicated to internships at leading companies in the mechanics, mechatronics, automotive and automation sectors in Emilia-Romagna.
Educational internships in partner companies
Over 40% of the total course hours are dedicated to educational internships carried out in leading companies in the mechanical, mechatronics, automotive and automation sectors of Emilia-Romagna.
Why choose ITS MAKER Academy
ITS MAKER training allows you to acquire the tools, knowledge, and technical skills most in demand on the job market, giving you access from the very beginning to excellent corporate positions.
Alessandro Renzanigo
Production Office Assistant at Vici&C and former ITS MAKER Academy student
Why choose an ITS MAKER Academy course?
ITS MAKER Academy’s training programs are designed together with companies to meet real labor market needs. This highly specialized education allows you to quickly access stable, well-paid positions in top industries.
