Level I Vibration Analysis Training & Certification
Day 1- Introduction to Vibration Basics 8am - 4pm
- What is vibration? What causes vibration?
- How are vibration measurements taken?
- Time domain vs. frequency domain (Waveform vs. Spectrum)
- What is an FFT?
- The importance of the Waveform and the Spectrum
- Explanation of a Spectrum in detail
- Understanding Amplitude: Displacement, Velocity, and Acceleration
- Understanding Frequency: Hertz, CPM
- Understanding Sub-synchronous, Synchronous, Non-Synchronous, Orders and Harmonics
- Key concepts with Vibration Analysis- Identifying Imbalance, Misalignment, Looseness, & Bearing Wear
- Basics on Windowing: Hanning, Uniform, Flat Top, Hamming.
- FFT resolution: How many lines are appropriate?
- How to determine the correct input range
- Introduction to Spectrum analysis
- Phase angle & vibration.
Day 2: Vibration Faults Software 8am- 4pm
- How to set up and manage Inspection Routes
- Exporting vibration data to a PC
- Uploading Routes/Configurations
- Choosing an appropriate minimum & maximum frequency
- When and how to use Peak Detection
- When and how to use Spectrum Averaging and Peak Hold
- Basic machine set ups. Understanding the limitations and collection times associated with different setups for different machines
- How to place a sensor for an accurate, repeatable reading (where to place, how to mount, and frequency limitations of different mounting)
- Where to mount the sensor on different machine types
- Vibration Collection Procedures
- Basic field analysis for : Mass Unbalance, Eccentric Rotors Bent Shaft, Misalignment, Mechanical Looseness, Improper Component Fit, Soft Foot, Rolling Element/ Bearings, Belt Drive Problems, Electrical Problems in Motors, Gear wear, Belt Drive, Resonance
- Creating Graphs and Reports
- Producing a useful vibration report
Day 3: Vibration Practical- Data Collection & Analysis. 8am- 4pm
- Onsite Vibration Collection Practical
- Building an initial machine configuration
- Setting up a Route
- Uploading to PC analysis software
- Waveform and Spectrum Graph analysis
- How to make a call in the field
Day 4: Vibration Review & Level 1
- Testing for certification 8am- 5pm
- Review basic vibration science
- Review basic vibration faults
- Testing for ASNT or ISO certification
Level II Vibration Analysis Training & Certification
(6 months experience with vibration analysis required)
Day 1- Vibration Science 8am - 4pm
- Condition based monitoring programs
- Review of basic vibration analysis science
- Review basic machine faults
- Fourier Transform Spectrum analysis
- Recognition of poor data
- Waveform and Spectrum Graph analysis
- Demodulation & other specialized spectra analysis
Day 2: Practical Field Analysis 8am- 4pm
- Phase analysis for field applications:
- Unbalance, Eccentricity, Bent Shaft, Misalignment, Soft Foot, Resonance
- Introduction to Field balancing
- Hands-on Workshop practicing phase analysis
- Bump testing for Resonance evaluation
- Vibration analysis case studies
Day 3: Vibration Practical- Data Collection & Analysis. 8am- 4pm
- Vibration Acceptance Testing
- Building an initial machine configuration
- Setting up a Route
- Vibration Data Collection & Analysis Practical
- Making a call in the field
Day 4: Vibration Review & Level 2 Testing
- Testing for certification 8am- 2pm
- Testing for ASNT or ISO certification
