Course Description
The Complete Tribology Course: Friction, Wear, and Lubrication offers a comprehensive exploration of the critical field of tribology, which is essential for enhancing the efficiency, longevity, and reliability of industrial machinery. Tribology focuses on the study of friction, wear, and lubrication, directly impacting equipment performance. Proper lubrication reduces wear, mitigates thermal stresses, and prevents corrosion, ensuring smoother operations and less frequent breakdowns.
This Friction, Wear, and Lubrication Training Course covers both foundational principles and advanced topics, including the evaluation of lubricants and the selection of the best lubrication systems. By providing both theoretical and practical knowledge, participants will develop a deeper understanding of material behavior and lubrication processes, ultimately enabling them to improve equipment service life and reduce operational costs.
What you will achieve
The Complete Tribology Course: Friction, Wear, and Lubrication aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of tribology principles and their practical applications in industrial settings.
By attending this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the causes and prevention of equipment failures
- Evaluate the current condition of their process plant equipment
- Choose the right lubricants based on equipment needs
- Implement a cost-effective condition monitoring program
- Adopt best practices to mitigate equipment failures and optimize service life
How the course is delivered
The Complete Tribology Course employs a variety of adult learning techniques to ensure participants gain a deep understanding of tribology concepts and their real-world applications. The course integrates formal lectures with interactive discussions and workshop sessions to facilitate practical knowledge application.
Theoretical concepts will be explained using case studies from industry best practices, and practical examples will be provided to demonstrate lubrication systems and their impact on equipment reliability. Short video clips will be used to illustrate complex concepts and help reinforce learning.
Participants will also engage in hands-on exercises, ensuring they are able to apply tribological principles in their own work environments. This approach helps to create a well-rounded understanding of friction, wear, and lubrication and allows participants to implement their newfound knowledge immediately.
Designed for
Tribology and Lubrication Course is designed for professionals in various industries who are involved in equipment maintenance, lubrication, and process optimization. The course is ideal for anyone responsible for the performance and reliability of machinery and systems.
This training course will benefit:
- Process plant operation and production professionals
- Chemical and process engineers
- Maintenance and service engineers
- Technicians handling maintenance activities
- Process plant supervisors and managers
- Mechanical engineers
- Oil & gas professionals
Daily programme
- Introduction to the Course
- Process Plant Equipment Classification
- Why Equipment do Fail?
- Effects of Design, Operation and Maintenance on Business
- Bathtub Interval and Remaining Life Calculations
- The Role of Lubrication, Types and Factor of Safety
- Practical Examples
- Tribology Importance, Surfaces and Wetting of Solid Surfaces
- Kinetic and Static Friction
- Coefficient of Friction
- Sliding and Rolling Friction
- Friction Regimes: Friction and Lubrication Conditions
- Solid Friction (Dry Friction) and Fluid Film Friction
- Practical exercises and case studies
- Materials Fundamental Properties
- Wear Mechanisms
- Types of Wear
- Adhesion Mechanisms
- Abrasion and Surface Fatigue
- Factors Affects Wear Severity
- Practical Case Studies
- Lubrication Theory and Fundamentals
- Lubricants Selection Criteria
- Lubricant Storage and Management
- Stress and Strain in Materials
- Practical Exercises and Case Studies
- Gear Lubricants for Industrial Gears
- Lubricants for Rolling and Bearings
- Machine Tool Lubrication
- Steam and Gas Turbine Oils
- Lubrication of Compressors and Pumps
- Engine Oil Test
- Course Review and Closure
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.
