Mechanical Maintenance

Is this course for you?

With all machinery and equipment comprising of mechanical components, it’s fundamental engineers have the confidence and skills to work safely on mechanical equipment.

Upon completion of this course you will be able to work safely and effectively on mechanical equipment, resulting in less damage to components and reduced downtime.

Course Content

The following elements are covered practically and supported with theory base learning to help broaden the learning points.

• Dismantling and Assembly
• Equipment Isolation
• Gaskets & Seals
• Component Inspection
• Gears
• Bearings
• Lubrication
• Drive Shafts Keys and Couplings
• Alignment
• Belt Drive Systems
• Chain Drive Systems
• Clutches & Brakes
• Screw Threads
• Locking Systems
• Removing Broken and Seized Bolts
• Helicoils

Course Content

• Learn how to work with mechanical equipment safely.
• Learn about the common mechanical components found on a wide range of mechanical equipment, including how to fit and maintain: Gaskets & Seals, Gears, Bearings, Clutches & Brakes, Drive Shafts Keys and Couplings, Belt Drive Systems and Chain Drive Systems.
• Learn how to dismantle and assemble equipment correctly and efficiently, including how to inspect components for wear and damage and how to align components correctly.
• Learn how to apply preventative maintenance to equipment reduce unplanned downtime.
• Learn how to deal with broken and damaged screw threads and seized components.