COURSE OVERVIEW:

Rotating equipment vibration and monitoring is the cornerstone of modern predictive maintenance, providing a non-intrusive window into the mechanical health of industrial machinery. Every rotating machine generates a unique vibration signature that changes in predictable ways when faults such as unbalance, misalignment, or bearing defects develop. This course teaches participants how to capture, process, and interpret these signals to diagnose problems long before they lead to functional failure, thereby preventing costly unplanned downtime and secondary damage.

The scope of this course covers the fundamental physics of oscillatory motion, including displacement, velocity, and acceleration, and how these parameters relate to different types of mechanical distress. Participants will explore the technology behind vibration sensors, such as accelerometers and proximity probes, and learn the best practices for data collection in various industrial environments. The Coverage includes advanced signal processing techniques like Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) analysis, time waveform analysis, and phase measurements, which are essential for pinpointing the specific root cause of abnormal vibration levels.

Furthermore, the training program focuses on the implementation of a comprehensive condition monitoring strategy. This includes setting appropriate alarm limits based on ISO standards, trending data over time to predict remaining useful life, and integrating vibration data with other parameters like temperature and oil analysis. By mastering these techniques, attendees will be able to provide actionable insights to maintenance teams, ensuring that repairs are scheduled at the most opportune moments and that equipment reliability is maximized across the plant.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

1. Explain the basic principles of vibration and its relationship to machine health.
2. Distinguish between displacement, velocity, and acceleration measurements.
3. Select and install the appropriate vibration sensors for various machine types.
4. Interpret FFT spectra to identify common mechanical faults.
5. Recognize the vibration signatures of unbalance, misalignment, and looseness.
6. Analyze bearing defect frequencies and their progression through failure stages.
7. Use phase analysis to differentiate between similar vibration symptoms.
8. Apply ISO 10816 and ISO 20816 standards for vibration severity assessment.
9. Configure data collectors and software for efficient route-based monitoring.
10. Identify resonance and critical speeds using bump tests and coast-down data.
11. Troubleshoot electromagnetic interference and sensor mounting errors.
12. Develop a proactive condition monitoring program with effective alarm limits.
13. Integrate vibration findings into a comprehensive reliability report.
14. Evaluate the effectiveness of repairs using post-maintenance vibration checks.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Vibration Technicians, Reliability Engineers, Condition Monitoring Specialists, and Maintenance Supervisors who need to understand and apply vibration analysis in a process plant environment.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise 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.