Development of Learning Modules and Skills Mapping to Prepare Workforce Competencies for the Electric Vehicle Industry
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The automobile industry has become a major role in both the global economy due to the rising cost of oil and increasing carbon emissions. Thai government has been promoting the next-generation automotive industry by focusing on expanding the current sector into more advanced technologies and innovations, alongside implementing significant measures to support electric vehicles (EVs). These initiatives will cover the development and strengthening of human capital for the working population, emphasizing lifelong skill development to align with the evolving labor market demands. This research aims to analyze the relationship between electric vehicle technology learning modules and occupations through skill mapping and to explore strategies for developing EV technology readiness curricula to meet future demands. The study invited experts from the automotive industry and related sectors for interviews and group discussions using the Delphi technique to create learning modules for EV technology that align with future needs. The research results demonstrate the connection between skill groups and learning modules, as well as the relationship between EV technology and learning modules. Finally, the study provides guidelines for a comprehensive learning management approach that addresses multiple dimensions of skills. The prototype module outlines battery design and assembly with defined objectives, learning outcomes, and learning management plans. This research serves as a pilot project for developing human resources in preparation for Thailand's emergence as a global leader in the electric vehicle industry.
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