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This Intermediate Reciprocating Compressor Analysis course teaches attendees fault analysis using pressure, vibration, ultrasound, and crank angle measurements. Reciprocating compressors principles are expanded upon from the level I course. This course is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers who have experience with data collection and have performed basic reciprocating compressors analysis.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Reciprocating Compressor Analysis – Level I class and knowledge of multiple principles including compressor mechanics and thermodynamics. Understanding of the fundamentals of the multiple data types utilized including shaft referenced speed and crank angle, pressure, vibration, ultrasound, and temperature. Minimum of 18 months of experience with reciprocating compressors.

Certification Exam: The exam is included in the cost of the course. 50 questions, 2-hour time limit, closed book, passing score is 70% correct.

Course Objectives

Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

• Understand thermodynamic principles and calculations used for analysis
• Understand reciprocating compressor machine theory and operation
• Be able specify and troubleshoot required instrumentation used for data collection including pressure, ultrasonic, vibration, temperature, and shaft position
• Setup sensors, measurements, and routes in database
• Be able to process data for analysis
• Analyze pressure, ultrasound, vibration, temperature, and crank angle data
• Utilize FFT signature analysis for fault recognition
• Diagnose faults in reciprocating compressors
• Understand basic faults in ancillary rotating equipment
• Provide reports of fault diagnosis using industry software and custom reports