A PRACTICAL APPROACH TO VIBRATION ANALYSIS
26 - 27 AUGUST 2026
COURSE INTRODUCTION
This practical programme introduces vibration analysis as a condition-monitoring tool for rotating machinery. Participants learn how vibration is measured, how time waveforms and spectra are interpreted, and how common signatures relate to imbalance, misalignment, looseness, bearing defects and other machine problems, enabling more focused maintenance decisions before failures escalate.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this programme, participants should be able to:
- Explain displacement, velocity, acceleration, phase and frequency in machine vibration.
- Select suitable sensors, mounting methods and measurement parameters.
- Interpret time waveforms, FFT spectra, amplitude and frequency signatures.
- Recognise vibration patterns associated with common rotating-equipment faults.
- Use diagnostic charts and condition trends to support maintenance decisions.
- Collect and analyse vibration data using a consistent condition-monitoring process.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This programme is suitable for maintenance engineers, mechanical engineers, reliability teams, technicians, supervisors, plant personnel and operations teams responsible for equipment performance.
COURSE CONTENT
- Role of vibration analysis in condition monitoring
- Displacement, velocity, acceleration, phase and frequency
- Sensor selection, mounting and vibration data acquisition
- Time waveforms, FFT spectra and amplitude parameters
- Vibration signatures and common rotating-equipment faults
- Diagnostic charts, trending and severity evaluation
- Structured data collection and interpretation exercises
