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This Intermediate Reciprocating Engine Analysis course teaches attendees fault analysis using ignition, pressure, vibration, ultrasound, and crank angle measurements. Reciprocating engine principles are expanded upon from the level 1 course.This course is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers who have experience with data collection and have performed basic engine analysis.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Reciprocating Engine Analysis – Level I class and knowledge of multiple principles including engine 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 engines.

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 geometry, machine theory, and operation of 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines with both separable and integral configurations
• Be able specify and troubleshoot required instrumentation used for data collection including ignition, pressure, ultrasonic, vibration, temperature, and shaft position
• Setup sensors, measurements, and routes in database
• Be able to process data for analysis
• Analyze ignition, pressure, ultrasound, vibration, temperature, and crank angle data
• Learn how to balance power cylinders
• Utilize FFT signature analysis for fault recognition
• Diagnose faults in reciprocating engines
• Understand basic faults in ancillary rotating equipment
• Provide reports of fault diagnosis using industry software and custom reports