Course Description
Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4) Training Course provides a comprehensive pathway for professionals aiming to build expertise in machinery lubrication and prepare for internationally recognized ICML certification. In today’s reliability-driven industries, effective lubrication practices play a critical role in improving equipment performance and reducing maintenance costs.
This training course is aligned with ISO 18436 standards, ensuring a structured and globally consistent approach to lubrication education. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of lubricant fundamentals, oil analysis, and condition monitoring techniques essential for maintaining machinery health.
Through a combination of theoretical concepts and practical applications, this Machine Lubricant Analyst Course equips learners with the skills to diagnose lubrication issues, enhance reliability, and implement best practices. It also supports career advancement by strengthening professional credibility in lubrication and reliability engineering fields.
What you will achieve
Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4) Training Course aims to develop strong technical knowledge and practical skills in lubrication analysis and condition monitoring. It focuses on preparing participants for certification while improving their ability to optimize machinery performance.
By attending this training course, participants will be able to:
- Master the ICML body of knowledge for machinery lubrication
- Understand lubricant properties, selection, and application techniques
- Apply lubricant analysis and condition monitoring methods effectively
- Implement contamination control and management strategies
- Follow best practices for lubricant storage, handling, and disposal
- Prepare confidently for ICML certification exams through structured review
How the course is delivered
Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4) Training Course uses a structured and interactive approach to ensure strong understanding and practical application of lubrication concepts. The course combines expert-led instruction with hands-on learning to reinforce key principles and techniques.
Participants will engage in interactive lectures, group discussions, and practical demonstrations aligned with ICML standards. Hands-on exercises include lubricant analysis, oil testing simulations, and condition monitoring practices to build real-world skills.
Case studies and problem-solving activities are integrated to help participants understand common lubrication challenges and apply effective solutions. Additionally, exam-focused sessions with practice questions and review discussions prepare learners for certification success. This blended learning approach enhances knowledge retention and enables immediate application in the workplace.
Designed for
Machine Lubricant Analyst Course is designed for professionals involved in machinery maintenance and reliability who want to enhance their lubrication expertise and achieve certification. It supports individuals seeking to improve operational efficiency and reduce equipment failures through effective lubrication practices.
This training course will be beneficial for:
- Maintenance technicians and engineers seeking ICML certification
- Reliability engineers and managers
- Lubrication specialists and analysts
- Operations personnel involved in machinery maintenance
- Professionals responsible for improving lubrication and equipment reliability
Daily programme
- 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
Certification & accreditation
BII Certificate of Completion
BII Certificate of Completion Upon successful completion, participants receive a BII Development Institute Certificate of Completion with a unique reference code that is independently verifiable. Our certificates are recognised internationally and reflect successful completion of your chosen programme.
