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Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4)
Certification-Based Training in Lubrication Fundamentals, Oil Analysis, and Condition Monitoring
Why Choose Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4) Training Course?
The Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4) training course offers a world-class educational experience that prepares professionals for the highly respected ICML certification examinations. ICML is a globally recognized, non-profit organization committed to advancing the careers of lubrication practitioners through high-quality education and certification. By offering courses and certification exams in compliance with ISO 18436, ICML ensures a rigorous, standardized approach to the training and evaluation of lubrication professionals. This comprehensive 5-day course is strategically designed to cover both the fundamental principles and advanced concepts in machinery lubrication, ensuring participants acquire the in-depth knowledge and practical skills required to excel in their roles. From lubricant fundamentals to advanced lubrication techniques, participants will be thoroughly equipped to tackle complex lubrication challenges, boost machine performance, and contribute to organizational reliability excellence.
This intensive training course also enhances career prospects by offering a clear path to obtaining the ICML certification, a credential recognized worldwide in the field of machinery lubrication. Participants will engage in practical, hands-on training and gain expertise in lubricant analysis, oil testing, and condition monitoring. With a focus on real-world applications, the course offers insight into improving machinery reliability, reducing downtime, and increasing maintenance efficiency. Attendees will not only learn how to optimize lubrication processes but also align their work with industry best practices and standards. The course will enable participants to confidently manage lubrication and contamination control, ensuring a safer and more efficient work environment. Ultimately, this training will elevate participants' professional credibility, opening doors to career advancements in lubrication and reliability engineering.
This Machine Lubricant Analyst training course will feature:
- Comprehensive preparation for ICML certification exams
- In-depth coverage of machinery lubrication principles and techniques
- Improved machinery reliability and reduced downtime
- Enhanced maintenance efficiency and cost savings
- Increased compliance with industry standards and best practices
- Career advancement opportunities through advanced lubrication knowledge and certification
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Master the ICML body of knowledge for machinery lubrication
- Understand lubricant fundamentals, including properties, selection, and application
- Develop proficiency in lubricant analysis and condition monitoring techniques
- Learn effective contamination control and management strategies
- Apply best practices for lubricant storage, handling, and disposal
- Prepare for the ICML certification exams with practice and review sessions
Who is this Training Course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Maintenance technicians and engineers seeking ICML certification
- Reliability engineers and managers
- Lubrication specialists and analysts
- Operations personnel involved in machinery maintenance
- Anyone responsible for optimizing machinery lubrication and reliability
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The course will feature interactive lectures and group discussions aligned with ICML standards, practical demonstrations, hands-on exercises, lubricant analysis and testing simulations, case study analysis, and problem-solving activities. Participants will also engage in ICML exam-style practice questions and review sessions, alongside knowledge-sharing opportunities through group discussions.
The Course Content
- Introduction to ICML certification and its importance in machinery lubrication
- Fundamental principles of lubrication, including friction, wear, and lubrication regimes
- Overview of lubricant types and functions, such as oils, greases, and synthetics
- Key physical properties of lubricants, including viscosity, density, pour point, and flash point
- Chemical properties of lubricants, focusing on oxidation, thermal stability, and additives.
- Lubricant classifications, specifications (ISO, AGMA, SAE), and property testing and interpretation
- Lubricant selection criteria based on machine type, operating conditions, and environment
- Application methods for lubrication, including manual, automated, and circulating systems
- Overview of grease lubrication: types, application, and relubrication intervals
- Oil lubrication methods: types, application, and oil change intervals
- Best practices for lubricant compatibility, interchangeability, storage, and handling
- Lubricant disposal, environmental considerations, and calculations for volume and frequency
- Principles of lubricant analysis, including sampling, testing, and interpretation
- Common lubricant tests such as viscosity, particle count, acid number, and water content
- Spectrographic analysis for elemental analysis and wear debris identification
- Physical property testing methods, including particle counting, RPVOT, and demulsibility
- Condition monitoring techniques like vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic testing
- Interpreting lubricant analysis data and developing effective lubricant analysis programs
- Sources and types of lubricant contamination, including particles, water, air, and chemicals
- Impact of contamination on machine reliability and lubricant performance
- Contamination control strategies such as filtration, sealing, and breathers
- Filtration technologies and criteria for selecting appropriate systems
- Techniques for controlling water contamination, including dehydration and separation
- Air and chemical contamination control methods, including breather maintenance and cleaning procedures
- Impact of lubrication on machine reliability, performance, and profitability
- Root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for lubrication-related failures
- Reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies and their integration with lubrication
- Incorporating lubrication into comprehensive maintenance programs
- ICML certification exam review with key concepts and practice questions
- Exam strategies, time management, and final Q&A for knowledge reinforcement
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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