Do you already have an understanding of vibration fundamentals and want to become more confident and accurate in your diagnoses? Then you will enjoy this course!

As a Category II analyst you are expected to know how to test machines correctly, how to diagnose faults accurately (and perform additional tests to verify your diagnosis), how to set vibration alarm limits, and how to correct certain types of faults. Now it is time to understand what those analyzer settings mean so that you can take the best measurements.

Now it is time to understand why the vibration patterns change the way they do – and how to use time waveform analysis and phase analysis to verify the fault condition.

We are offering you the opportunity to not only learn these topics, but to truly understand the analyzer and machine so that you feel confident in the decisions you make.

• Review of maintenance practices.
• Review of condition monitoring technologies.
• Principles of vibration; Review of basics, waveform, spectrum (FFT), phase and orbits.
• Understanding signals: modulation, beating, sum/difference.

• Data acquisition.
• Signal processing.
• Vibration spectrum analysis.
• An introduction to time waveform analysis.
• An introduction to orbit analysis.
• Phase analysis: bubble diagrams and ODS.
• Enveloping (demodulation), shock pulse, spike energy, PeakVue™.

• Equipment testing and diagnostics including impact testing (bump tests) and phase analysis.
• Corrective action.
• Running a successful condition monitoring program.
• Acceptance testing.
• Review of ISO standards.

If you have been performing vibration analysis for more than twelve months, and feel that you have a good understanding of the fundamentals, then you are ready to step up to the Category II course. (Note that you require 18 months’ experience to be certified.)

Anyone who wants to be confident and capable of diagnosing a wide range of fault conditions, correct certain conditions, and taking accurate measurements needs to take this course. Many plant sites require contractors to be certified, and many employers require employees to be certified.

Finally, Industry experts and faculty with firsthand experience guarantee you a dynamic learning experience at an affordable price. Discuss challenges, get answers, share ideas and return to your job a more knowledgeable and valuable professional. Certificate recipients report promotions and increased job opportunities.