Mobility Course

Li-ion Battery Manufacturing and Safety

Explore the engineering behind safe lithium battery assembly.

Location:

Online

Schedule:

Self-paced

What is Li-ion Battery Manufacturing and Safety?

Li-ion Battery Manufacturing and Safety explores how lithium-ion batteries are produced and how safety is managed across manufacturing and use.

Course Summary

Discounts

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Name	Details	Level
Group Discount Level 1	Enroll 3-4 participants in one course offering.	5%
Group Discount Level 2	Enroll 5 or more participants in one course offering.	10%
U.S. Government	Current employees with .gov email (not applicable to government contractors).	10%
U.S. Military	Active duty personnel, reservists, retired or disabled veterans.	10%
Students	Currently enrolled student from any university; please send photo of date-stamped student ID.	10%
Michigan Engineering Professional Education Alumni	Past participants of any Michigan Engineering Professional Education certificate course.	10%
U-M Alumni	U-M alumni from any school or department – please send uniqname to [email protected] for confirmation.	20%
U-M Students and Staff	Current U-M students, faculty, and staff – please send uniqname to [email protected] for confirmation.	20%

	Instruction Time	Completion Time	CEUs
Li-ion Battery Manufacturing and Safety	8-10 hours (2-4 per section)	60 days to complete	1

With the accelerating demand for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, safe and efficient battery manufacturing is more important than ever. Ensuring safety while scaling production is critical to delivering high-performance li-ion batteries for global applications.

This online certificate course provides foundational training in li-ion battery manufacturing processes, safety standards, and testing procedures. You’ll gain practical insights into every stage of lithium-ion battery manufacturing, including material preparation, cell assembly, safety protocols, performance testing, and teardown analysis. Explore the relationship between how a li-ion cell is made and how it performs, as well as the real-world challenges associated with the evolving technology.

Led by industry experts and University of Michigan researchers, this course equips you with the essential knowledge to master key manufacturing processes, interpret test data, and confidently contribute to safe, scalable battery production.

Learning Objectives

Use key terminology to describe li-ion batteries, including their fabrication.
Apply laboratory and battery safety protocols during each stage of battery manufacturing.
Explain the processes involved in electrode fabrication.
Demonstrate the key steps in assembling coin, pouch, and cylindrical cells using standard equipment and techniques.
Recall safe li-ion cell handling and teardown procedures, including what to do in the event of a thermal runaway.

Course Overview

This course offers a practical overview of li-ion battery manufacturing at the R&D and pilot scale, with a focus on safety protocols and production fundamentals. Designed for professionals in battery and energy sectors, it covers key processes including electrode mixing, coating, calendering, and cell assembly (coin, pouch, and cylindrical). Participants will also review teardown procedures, building a comprehensive understanding of safe and efficient battery fabrication.

Battery Basics
Laboratory and Battery Safety
Mixing
Coating
Calendering
Pouch Cell Assembly
Cylindrical Cell Assembly
Coin Cell Assembly
Cell Tear Down

Who Should Attend

Industry professionals in the automotive, electrical, and battery sectors seeking foundational knowledge in li-ion battery manufacturing processes and safety.
Engineers, technicians, production managers, and researchers aiming to enhance or broaden their understanding of battery fabrication and testing procedures.
University of Michigan students, faculty, and staff interested in energy storage technologies, advanced manufacturing, or applied battery research.

Credentials

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Instructional Team

Greg Less, PhD

Lead Instructor
Director, University of Michigan Battery Lab

Laura Sonnenberg, PhD

Battery Lab Engineer, University of Michigan Battery Lab

Art Sinclair

Battery Lab Engineer, University of Michigan Battery Lab

Jason Jeppesen

Battery Lab Engineer, University of Michigan Battery Lab

Joe Gallegos

Battery Lab Engineer, University of Michigan Battery Lab

Dan Kedroske

Battery Welding Engineer, University of Michigan Battery Lab

Frequently Asked Questions

Why would someone need training on li-ion battery manufacturing and safety?

Organizations use Li-ion manufacturing and safety practices to meet strict performance and regulatory requirements. This includes managing contamination risks, controlling thermal behavior, and validating cells through safety testing to prevent failures in applications such as electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and grid storage.

Do I need previous experience with lithium-ion batteries?

Previous experience with lithium-ion batteries is not required, but familiarity with the topic will be beneficial to anyone taking the course. For this reason, the course is recommended for people who work in the industry or are learning about the technologies.

What other courses should you consider in addition to Six Sigma?

Professionals interested in Li-ion Battery Manufacturing and Safety may also want to explore Battery Cell, Manufacturing, Testing, and Design; Hybrid & Electric Vehicles; Connected & Automated Vehicles; and Foundations of Mobility.

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Get Started

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