Vibration Analysis ISO Category II (VCAT 2) Course
Mechanical, Maintenance & Reliability · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 3,900
Overview
The Vibration Analysis ISO Category II (VCAT 2) course offers an advanced exploration into vibration analysis methods, focusing on condition monitoring and predictive maintenance strategies. By aligning with ISO 18436-2 standards, this training empowers participants with the capabilities to perform sophisticated vibration data collection, perform fault diagnostics, and plan corrective actions for rotating machinery.
Learning Objectives
Grasp the core principles of vibration analysis and condition monitoring.
Execute advanced vibration data collection and insightful interpretation.
Analyze spectra, waveforms, and time signals for effective fault detection.
Diagnose common machinery faults such as misalignment, unbalance, and bearing defects.
Apply sophisticated signal processing techniques to boost data accuracy.
Implement strategic predictive maintenance strategies to ensure asset reliability.
Develop thoughtful corrective action plans based on comprehensive vibration analysis findings.
Conform to the ISO standards for vibration analysis and meet Category II certification requirements.
Who Should Attend
This Vibration Analysis ISO Category II (VCAT 2) training course is designed for:
Maintenance and reliability engineers
Condition monitoring specialists
Plant and maintenance supervisors
Course Outline
Day 1 — Fundamentals of Vibration Analysis:
Review of vibration principles and terminology.
Understanding frequency, amplitude, and phase relationships.
Basics of waveform, spectral, and envelope analysis.
Vibration measurement techniques and transducers.
Day 2 — Data Collection and Signal Processing:
Best practices for vibration data collection.
Selection and placement of vibration sensors.
Common errors in data collection and how to avoid them.
Understanding time and frequency domain analysis.
Day 3 — Fault Diagnosis and Machinery Health Assessment:
Identifying common machinery faults using vibration analysis.
Diagnosing unbalance, misalignment, and resonance issues.
Detecting rolling element bearing and gear defects.
Recognizing looseness, soft foot, and lubrication issues.
Day 4 — Predictive Maintenance and Reliability Strategies:
Developing and implementing condition monitoring programs.
Role of vibration analysis in predictive maintenance.
Integrating vibration analysis with other reliability tools.
Setting alarm limits and establishing trend analysis.
Day 5 — Corrective Actions and Reporting:
Developing corrective action plans based on vibration analysis findings.
Best practices for machinery balancing and alignment.
Maintenance planning and decision-making using vibration data.
Effective report writing and communication of analysis results.
Accreditation
Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.
What do Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses cover?
The portfolio covers reliability-centred maintenance (RCM), preventive and predictive maintenance, condition monitoring and vibration analysis, root cause failure analysis, rotating and static equipment, asset management and maintenance planning — including preparation for the CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) credential.
Who should attend a mechanical, maintenance or reliability course?
These courses suit maintenance and reliability engineers, maintenance planners and schedulers, mechanical and rotating-equipment technicians and supervisors, condition-monitoring analysts, asset and plant managers, and operations staff accountable for equipment availability.
How long are mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses, and where are they held?
Most Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses run over 5 days. The exact duration, dates and city for this course are listed in the dates section on this page. Public sessions run across Saudi Arabia — Riyadh, Jeddah, Al-Khobar, Jubail and Yanbu — as well as regional and international venues, with live virtual classrooms available on request.
What certificate will I receive?
Delegates who complete the course receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of completion, issued by a Saudi-registered training provider. Al-Khobraa also delivers internationally accredited programmes; where a course carries an external awarding body such as PMI, CIPS, ILM or IOSH, that body is named on the course's own page.
Can mechanical, maintenance and reliability training be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. Any Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability course can be delivered in-house at your own premises anywhere in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with the content, dates and language of delivery tailored to your team. Al-Khobraa is an approved HRDF (Hadaf) provider, so eligible Saudi employers can seek training support. Contact us for a quotation.
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