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Training Programs
M&B provides specific vibration analysis
training courses to advance any vibration analyst's skills in accordance
with the International Standards Organization
ISO 18436 guidelines. These courses are:
Vibration Analysis Training - Level 1 Analyst
Certification
Vibration Analysis Training - Level 2 Analyst
Certification
Vibration Analysis Training - Level 3 Analyst Certification
(Please note we refer to "Level 1, 2, or 3"
rather than "Category 1, 2 or 3" (as noted in ISO) as it better describes an
individual's advancement through the certification process.)
Understanding ISO
ISO 18436 provides guidelines for the
"Condition Monitoring and Diagnostics of Machines - Requirements for
Training and Certification of Personnel" as follows:
ISO 18436.1 - Part 1: Requirements for
certifying bodies and the certification process
ISO 18436.2 - Part 2: Vibration condition
monitoring and diagnostics
ISO 18436.3 - Part 3: Requirements for
training bodies and the training process
Part 2 dictates the recommended experience
levels for each Level, and the recommended technical content and duration of
specific training topics. Each of our courses follows the intent of Part 2
to ensure the training content is correctly defined and that the appropriate
amount of time is spent covering each topic.
Parts 1 & 3 apply to the "certifying body", M&B
Engineered Solutions, in the manner in which we conduct the certification &
training processes.
The "Certification" Process
Examinations
Attendees seeking recognized certification can
take a Certification Examination on the last day of each course if
eligibility requirements have been met (see below). For each level,
candidates shall answer a number of questions specified by the certification
body in a specified time as shown below.
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Classification |
#of Questions |
Time (hrs) |
Pass Rate % |
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Level 1 |
50 |
2 |
75 |
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Level 2 |
100 |
3 |
75 |
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Level 3 |
100 |
4 |
75 |
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Level 4 |
60 |
5 |
75 |
Examination Content
Questions covering the topics shown below will
have been selected from a database of questions existing at the time of the
examination. Questions are of a practical nature, yet test the candidate on
concepts and principles required to conduct machinery vibration analysis.
The questions may involve the interpretation of charts and plots. Simple
mathematical calculations using a basic scientific calculator are required;
a summary of common formulae will be provided along with the examination
questions. These questions are to be generated and/or approved by a
technical committee of the appropriate certification body.
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Hours of Training |
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Subject |
Level 1 |
Level 2 |
Level 3 |
Level 4 |
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Principles of
Vibration |
6 |
4 |
2 |
4 |
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Data Acquisition |
8 |
4 |
2 |
2 |
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Signal
Processing |
2 |
4 |
3 |
8 |
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Condition Monitoring |
2 |
4 |
3 |
1 |
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Fault
Analysis |
2 |
4 |
8 |
6 |
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Corrective Action |
2 |
4 |
6 |
16 |
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Equipment Knowledge |
8 |
4 |
4 |
--- |
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Acceptance Testing |
2 |
2 |
2 |
--- |
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Equipment Testing & Diagnostics |
--- |
2 |
3 |
4 |
|
Reference Standards |
--- |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Reporting & Documentation |
--- |
2 |
2 |
4 |
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Fault
Severity Determination |
--- |
2 |
3 |
3 |
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Rotor /
Bearing Dynamics |
--- |
--- |
--- |
14 |
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Total hours per Level: |
32 |
38 |
40 |
64 |
Re-examination
A candidate who fails to obtain the pass grade
required for certification may be re-examined any number of times, provided
that the re-examinations take place not sooner than 30 days after a previous
examination. A certification body may use its discretion in allowing an
earlier re-examination in the event that further training acceptable to the
certification body concerned is undertaken. Candidates may request a review
of their results with the certifying body. Candidates excluded for reasons
of unethical behavior shall wait at least 12 months before reapplying.
Eligibility for Examination
Per ISO, candidates shall have a combination of
education, training and experience to ensure that they understand the
principles and procedures applicable to machinery vibration measurement and
analysis. Candidates shall affirm adherence to the code of ethics contained
in ISO 18436.1.
In addition to passing each specific
examination, the following should be considered:
Education
Candidates seeking certification do not need to
provide evidence of formal education. However, it is recommended that Level
1 and 2 candidates have at least a secondary school graduation diploma or
its equivalent. Level 3 and 4 candidates shall be able to manipulate simple
algebraic equations, use a basic scientific calculator (including
trigonometric and logarithmic functions), and be familiar with the operation
of personal computers. Successful completion of two or more years of
mechanical technology or mechanical engineering at an accredited college,
university or technical school is highly recommended for candidates seeking
certification to Level 3 and 4.
Basic training
To be eligible to apply for certification based
on ISO 18436.2, candidates shall provide evidence of successful completion
of training, to be approved by the certification body (M&B), which will be
based on the typical examination content & topics shown above. The minimum
duration of recommended training is as follows:
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Level 1: 32 hours
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Level 2: 70 hours
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Level 3: 110 hours
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Level 4: 174 hours
Approved training should be in the form of
lectures, demonstrations and practical exercises. It is recommended that the
training include examinations to ensure that the subject matter has been
understood. It is recommended that to receive credit for the successful
completion of a course, the candidates should satisfy to the certification
body that:
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They have successfully completed the
training
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The time devoted to each topic was
approximately as shown above consistent with the category of
certification being sought; or, show a log of self-study time and topics
consistent with the above
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They have completed a training course
examination provided by a trainer approved by the certification body
Additional training on machine knowledge
In addition to the training hours shown above,
it is recommended that candidates attend machinery and component training of
at least half that time.
Experience
To be eligible to apply for certification
based, candidates shall provide evidence of experience in the field of
machinery condition monitoring and diagnostics. The minimum recommended
experience requirements are shown below. Designation of a person as Category
I is not a prerequisite for certification as Category II. However,
certification of a person as Category III and Category IV requires previous
certification at the lower category. At each higher classification category,
the breadth and depth of experience is expected to be greater than at the
previous lower category.
The recommended minimum duration of cumulative
experience is as follows:
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Level 1: 6 months
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Level 2: 18 months
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Level 3: 36 months
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Level 4: 60 months
We can provide seminars both
on-site at your location, and off-site at hotels or other locations for
centralized training.
If you have questions on any training course, or would like a
custom-designed course, please contact us. To
register for course, please check our
current schedule and complete a
seminar registration form.
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