Take the application of LIPS model in the project course of electric automation technology of higher vocational education. During the organization and implementation of project course, the key is that the three stage of Before and During and After must be done well. The project must be real project, and must be guided by the person who has rich experience and be familiar with the LIPS model. The implementation plan must be done well, and the Tollgate and Milestone must be set well. Students act as members and project manager. The coordination and implementation of the project be done by the project manager. Teachers act as both customer and instructor, they are responsible for the assignment and guide and acceptance of the project. The results show that LIPS model can be well applied in the project course of higher vocational education, and which play an important role in the training of highly skilled person.