Pideya Learning Academy

Compressor Failure Diagnostics and Maintenance

Upcoming Schedules

  • Live Online Training
  • Classroom Training

Date Venue Duration Fee (USD)
13 Jan - 17 Jan 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
31 Mar - 04 Apr 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
28 Apr - 02 May 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
23 Jun - 27 Jun 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
18 Aug - 22 Aug 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
08 Sep - 12 Sep 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
27 Oct - 31 Oct 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
08 Dec - 12 Dec 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750

Course Overview

Compressors serve as the backbone of numerous critical processes in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, chemicals, energy, manufacturing, and HVAC systems. Their uninterrupted operation is essential for maintaining productivity, ensuring equipment reliability, and minimizing production losses. However, as global operations become more demanding and asset-intensive, the risks associated with compressor failure become more consequential—both technically and financially. Ensuring proactive maintenance and accurate diagnostics is no longer a best practice—it’s a business necessity.
According to the International Journal of Rotating Machinery, failures in rotating equipment such as compressors account for more than 60% of unexpected plant downtime, resulting in substantial operational and financial losses. Allied Market Research projects that the global compressor market is poised to exceed USD 42 billion by 2030, highlighting the widespread dependence on these machines across sectors. Simultaneously, the cost of unplanned maintenance events can surpass five times that of scheduled servicing, according to a study by Plant Engineering Magazine. These industry insights underscore the importance of building expert capabilities in compressor diagnostics and reliability maintenance.
Pideya Learning Academy introduces the Compressor Failure Diagnostics and Maintenance training program as a comprehensive and advanced course designed to develop core expertise in failure detection, reliability assessment, and maintenance optimization. This training delivers a strategic understanding of compressor failure modes, component stress analysis, and condition-based maintenance frameworks. Participants will explore deterioration mechanisms triggered by factors such as thermal expansion, lubrication breakdown, vibration, corrosion, and misalignment, all of which contribute to reduced equipment efficiency and increased repair frequency.
Through a structured and industry-focused learning pathway, participants will gain the skills necessary to analyze operational trends, diagnose faults before they escalate, and align maintenance activities with equipment performance metrics. The course places a strong emphasis on predictive diagnostics, vibration analysis, thermal imaging, acoustic monitoring, and reliability-centered maintenance planning. Case-based scenarios help bridge the gap between engineering principles and operational decisions, enabling a deeper connection between theory and real-world maintenance challenges.
Embedded within the learning journey are several key training highlights that set this course apart:
Coverage of predictive maintenance frameworks and compressor reliability engineering
Failure mode analysis techniques focused on rotating equipment and system dynamics
Diagnostic approaches using condition monitoring and vibration signal interpretation
Identification of mechanical wear patterns, lubrication anomalies, and misalignment issues
Integration of operational data into maintenance planning for reduced downtime
Application of real-world case studies for contextual understanding and strategy formulation
Emphasis on aligning diagnostics with performance improvement and risk mitigation
Pideya Learning Academy has designed this course to support cross-functional skill development and strategic maintenance thinking. By equipping professionals with proven methodologies, the course ensures participants are capable of supporting their organizations’ reliability goals, reducing operating costs, and improving asset uptime.
Whether you’re part of a plant maintenance team, a reliability engineer, or a technical supervisor, the Compressor Failure Diagnostics and Maintenance training by Pideya Learning Academy offers essential tools to elevate performance and minimize failure-related disruptions. Participants will complete this program with the ability to interpret system behavior, mitigate risks, and implement long-term solutions to protect critical assets and ensure smooth operations in demanding industrial environments.

Course Objectives

After completing this Pideya Learning Academy training, the participants will learn to:
Evaluate the core principles of pump and compressor maintenance using predictive and preventive techniques.
Identify the root causes of equipment failure based on component-specific analysis and operational behavior.
Interpret vibration signatures, pressure profiles, and thermal patterns for diagnostic purposes.
Apply condition-based monitoring and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) practices effectively.
Correlate process parameters with mechanical performance for improved fault detection.
Recommend corrective actions and long-term solutions to enhance machinery lifespan.
Implement structured inspection procedures and maintenance planning frameworks.

Personal Benefits

Participants will gain:
Advanced technical expertise in pump and compressor maintenance.
Diagnostic skills essential for real-time fault identification and resolution.
Improved ability to analyze system failures and recommend effective solutions.
Enhanced decision-making confidence through data-driven maintenance planning.
A recognized credential from Pideya Learning Academy to support professional growth.

Organisational Benefits

Organizations that enroll their staff in this course will:
Reduce downtime through early fault detection and preventive strategies.
Improve operational efficiency and extend the life cycle of critical assets.
Lower maintenance costs by transitioning from reactive to predictive models.
Increase team competency in diagnostics and system troubleshooting.
Foster a culture of safety, reliability, and technical excellence.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:
Maintenance engineers and technicians
Mechanical and reliability engineers
Operations and plant engineers
Supervisors and team leaders responsible for asset health
Professionals involved in equipment diagnostics, monitoring, and maintenance planning

Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Tribology and Wear Dynamics
Principles of friction and lubrication Surface contact and wear types: adhesive, abrasive, and erosive Material fatigue and fretting corrosion Lubrication regimes and film thickness Lubricant selection criteria and degradation mechanisms
Module 2: Lifecycle and Reliability of Mechanical Equipment
Stages in machinery lifecycle: commissioning to decommissioning Common mechanical failure modes Asset health assessment techniques Basics of Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) Statistical tools for reliability engineering
Module 3: Root Cause Analysis and Machine Fault Identification
Root cause identification techniques for mechanical faults Indicators and symptoms of unbalance and misalignment Diagnosing structural looseness in rotating systems Common gear train failure modes and detection Bearing degradation indicators and detection methods Causes, detection, and mitigation of cavitation
Module 4: Vibration and Motion Anomaly Analysis
Introduction to vibration diagnostics Vibration signal acquisition and interpretation Spectrum analysis and frequency domain techniques Vibration severity limits based on ISO standards Identification of harmonics, sidebands, and resonance Modal and operational deflection shape analysis
Module 5: Bearing and Seal Integrity
Classification of anti-friction bearings and design life Failure mechanisms and inspection of rolling-element bearings Operational characteristics of journal and pad bearings Thrust bearing behavior under axial loads Mechanical seals: types, functions, and failure analysis Sealing solutions for reciprocating and rotary equipment
Module 6: Dynamic Balancing and Rotor Stability
Fundamentals of rotor dynamics Techniques for single-plane and multi-plane balancing Field versus shop balancing methods Instrumentation for vibration and balancing Case studies in balancing for pumps and compressors
Module 7: Lubrication Monitoring and Wear Particle Analysis
Condition-based lubrication strategies Oil sampling procedures and contamination control Particle size, shape, and concentration analysis Spectroscopic and ferrographic analysis techniques Correlating debris types with equipment failure modes Tribological failure diagnostics
Module 8: Integrated Condition Monitoring Systems
Introduction to predictive maintenance technologies Data acquisition systems and remote monitoring Correlating multiple condition indicators Real-time diagnostics and alarm systems Setting threshold limits and trend analysis
Module 9: Diagnostic Strategies for Rotating Machinery
Developing a fault diagnosis workflow Diagnostic accuracy and limitations of standalone tools Advantages of multi-parameter monitoring Case-based reasoning and expert systems in diagnostics Predictive analytics and data interpretation
Module 10: Equipment Inspection and Health Audits
Planning and executing plant inspections Critical zones for monitoring in pumps and compressors Inspection techniques: visual, thermal, ultrasonic Aligning inspection data with maintenance schedules Integration of inspection results into CMMS

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