COURSE OVERVIEW:

The fundamental meaning of this course is the application of Infrared (IR) technology as a non-destructive tool for identifying thermal anomalies in industrial assets. Thermography allows maintenance teams to visualize heat patterns that are invisible to the naked eye, serving as a leading indicator of friction, electrical resistance, or insulation failure. This course focuses on the transition from qualitative "picture taking" to quantitative thermal analysis, ensuring that heat signatures are correctly interpreted to prevent catastrophic equipment failure.

The scope of this training involves the physics of infrared radiation, including emissivity, reflectivity, and transmissive properties of different industrial materials. Participants will examine the specific application of thermography in high-voltage electrical systems, such as switchgear and transformers, and mechanical systems like bearings, couplings, and heat exchangers. The curriculum emphasizes the technical rigor required to eliminate "False Positives" and ensure that temperature measurements are accurate and actionable for the maintenance planning team.

Coverage includes camera selection, image post-processing, and the integration of thermal data into a comprehensive condition-monitoring program. Attendees will explore the development of "Severity Criteria" for thermal anomalies and how to utilize thermal trending to predict the remaining useful life of components. By the end of this program, participants will be able to perform professional thermographic surveys, generate detailed technical reports, and justify maintenance interventions based on thermal risk profiles.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

• Define the core principles of infrared physics and heat transfer.
• Compensate for "Emissivity" and "Reflected Apparent Temperature" in the field.
• Identify electrical "Hot Spots" in switchgear, busbars, and motor control centers.
• Detect mechanical anomalies in bearings, gearboxes, and belt drives using IR.
• Assess the integrity of "Refractory and Insulation" in furnaces and boilers.
• Utilize thermal imaging to detect fluid leaks and blockages in process piping.
• Establish "Severity Scales" for prioritizing thermal maintenance repairs.
• Operate high-resolution thermal cameras and adjust span and level settings.
• Generate professional thermographic reports with high-quality visual and IR images.
• Integrate thermography findings into the corporate CMMS workflow.
• Minimize safety risks by performing "Non-Contact" inspections of energized equipment.
• Evaluate the ROI of a thermography program through reduced downtime and fire risk.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is designed for Maintenance Technicians, Electrical Engineers, Condition Monitoring Specialists, Reliability Engineers, and Insurance Auditors.

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.