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1003 - Introduction to Vibration Analysis

Course number
1003
Cost
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Venue
On-site or at our offices
Schedule
  • Montreal, QC - French
    Dec 5, 2023 - Dec 6, 2023
    (none)
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  • St. John's, NL - English
    Oct 24, 2023 - Oct 25, 2023
    2 full days, from 8 am to 5 pm
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Duration: 2 days

Following this course, the participant will be able to understand the basic concepts of the vibration analysis technique.
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Intended for

For technicians, engineers and industrial maintenance managers wishing to work in the field of vibration analysis.

Prerequisites

None

Next course in progression

2031 - Basic Vibration Analysis, Certification Preparation Level I

Course Content

Types of maintenance
  • Different types of maintenance
  • Technologies for conditional maintenance
Theory of vibration
  • Concept of forces created by machines
  • Definition of vibration
  • Characteristics of a sinusoidal curve
  • Calculation of frequency
  • Unit of vibration amplitude
  • Vibration spectrum
  • Temporal analysis in addition to spectral analysis
  • Resolution
  • Harmonics
  • Basic modulation and demodulation
Instrumentation
  • Sensor characteristics
  • Types of vibration collectors and analyzers
  • Software
Programming measurements
  • Machine characteristics
  • Frequency range and resolution
  • Establishing alarm levels
Diagnosis
  • Collection and analysis methods 
  • Imbalance
  • Shaft misalignment
  • Mechanical play 
  • Bearing problems
  • Gearbox problems
  • Pulley and belt problems
  • Oil whip and oil whirl phenomena
  • Electrical motor problems
  • The resonance phenomenon
Vibration Analysis Program
  • Understanding the key elements of success for a vibration program

To learn more or register, contact us at: training@laurentide.com