COURSE OVERVIEW:

Bearings are the most critical components in rotating machinery, acting as the interface between stationary and moving parts. This course provides a deep technical dive into the world of Tribology—the study of friction, wear, and lubrication—with a specific focus on bearing reliability. It focuses on the fundamental physics that govern bearing life and the specific failure modes that lead to premature asset breakdown in industrial environments.

The scope of this training involves the detailed analysis of bearing design, selection, and precision installation. Participants will learn how to differentiate between rolling-element bearings and fluid-film (plain) bearings, understanding the specific lubrication requirements for each. The curriculum emphasizes "Precision Maintenance" techniques, including shaft alignment, balancing, and proper bearing mounting, which are essential for achieving the calculated design life of the component.

Coverage includes advanced failure analysis (RCFA) of bearings, using visual inspection and vibration data to determine if a failure was caused by fatigue, lubrication, contamination, or electrical discharge. Attendees will explore the concepts of "Synthetic Lubricants" and "Smart Monitoring" as tools for extending bearing life. By the end of this course, participants will be able to diagnose bearing issues before they cause system failures and implement a reliability strategy that addresses the root causes of machinery degradation.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental laws of Tribology and their impact on machinery.
• Differentiate between the various types of rolling-element and plain bearings.
• Calculate the L10 bearing life and identify factors that reduce it.
• Select the optimal bearing and lubricant for high-speed vs. high-load applications.
• Master "Precision Mounting" techniques to avoid bearing "Infant Mortality."
• Utilize shaft alignment and balancing to reduce bearing stress.
• Identify the "Top 10" bearing failure modes through visual inspection.
• Analyze the impact of "Electrical Discharge" (EDM) on motor bearings.
• Interpret vibration signatures related to inner and outer race defects.
• Apply "Proactive Lubrication" to maximize bearing fluid film thickness.
• Conduct a "Root Cause Failure Analysis" (RCFA) on failed bearings.
• Justify the use of specialized bearing materials and coatings.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is designed for Reliability Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Maintenance Supervisors, Workshop Managers, and Senior Rotating Equipment Technicians.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.