Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Mechanical and Maintenance Engineers
• Process and Plant Engineers
• Reliability and Rotating Equipment Engineers
• Maintenance Technicians and Supervisors
• Energy and Utilities Engineers
• Anyone involved in the design, operation, or maintenance of pumps and compressors

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the design and operational principles of pumps and compressors
• Select appropriate equipment for specific process applications
• Interpret performance curves and analyze efficiency parameters
• Apply effective maintenance and troubleshooting techniques
• Identify causes of vibration, leakage, and mechanical failures
• Improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime

DAY 1

Introduction to Pumps and Compressors

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Overview of Pump and Compressor Applications in Industry
• Basic Principles of Fluid Flow and Gas Compression
• Classification and Types of Pumps and Compressors
• Key Design Parameters and Performance Characteristics
• Relevant Industry Standards (API, ASME, ISO)

DAY 2

Pump Design, Components and Operation

• Centrifugal and Positive Displacement Pump Design
• Hydraulic Principles – Head, Flow, and Efficiency
• Pump Components – Impeller, Casing, Seals, Bearings, Couplings
• Cavitation – Causes, Effects, and Prevention
• NPSH Concepts and System Head Curves
• Operation and Control of Pumps
• Start-up, Shutdown, and Flow Regulation Procedures

DAY 3

Compressor Design, Components and Operation

• Centrifugal, Rotary, and Reciprocating Compressor Types
• Design and Performance Parameters
• Compression Ratio, Stages, and Intercooling
• Lubrication and Cooling Systems
• Surge and Stonewall Conditions
• Anti-Surge and Control Systems
• Compressor Start-up, Shutdown, and Load Management

DAY 4

Maintenance, Inspection and Reliability Practices

• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Strategies
• Condition Monitoring and Vibration Analysis
• Lubrication and Oil Management
• Alignment and Balancing Techniques
• Inspection of Bearings, Seals, and Rotors
• Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
• Maintenance Planning and Documentation

DAY 5

Troubleshooting and Course Wrap-up

• Common Pump and Compressor Problems and Their Causes
• Troubleshooting Cavitation, Leakage, and Vibration Issues
• Performance Deterioration and Efficiency Loss Analysis
• Reliability and Energy Efficiency Improvement Techniques
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony