Machinery Lubrication Analyst Level II
This ISO-compliant condition monitoring course provides foundational and advanced lubrication knowledge, equipping candidates to sit for the ICML MLA I certification exam. Participants will gain insights into lubrication’s critical role in machine reliability and learn best practices to optimize equipment performance and extend asset life.

>300 Students
>100 Modules
24 hours of Content
Course Syllabus
Advanced Lubrication Strategies
- The role of lubrication in proactive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Economic impact of advanced lubrication strategies on asset reliability.
- Identifying lubrication-related failure modes and root causes.
- Understanding tribology and advanced friction management techniques.
Lubricant Formulation, Selection, and Performance
- Advanced chemistry of base oils, additives, and grease thickeners.
- API and ISO classifications and their impact on lubricant selection.
- Interpreting viscosity index, oxidation stability, and lubricant film strength.
- Comparing synthetic, semi-synthetic, and mineral oils for performance applications.
Lubrication Program Development and Best Practices
- Designing a world-class lubrication program for industrial applications.
- Standardizing lubricant selection across machinery and equipment types.
- Understanding compatibility issues and managing lubricant conversions.
- Implementing effective training and compliance strategies for lubrication teams.
Contamination Control and Condition Monitoring
- Advanced contamination control techniques, including desiccant breathers and filtration.
- Setting cleanliness targets based on ISO 4406 and NAS 1638 standards.
- Detecting and mitigating varnish, sludge, and microbial contamination.
- Developing an effective lubrication condition monitoring plan.
Oil Sampling and Analysis Interpretation
- Advanced sampling methods for high-precision condition monitoring.
- Interpreting key oil analysis parameters, including wear metals, particle counts, and FTIR spectroscopy.
- Diagnosing root causes of abnormal lubricant conditions.
- Establishing alarm limits and trend-based predictive maintenance strategies.
Lubrication of Critical Machinery and Specialized Applications
- Advanced lubrication techniques for compressors, turbines, and hydraulics.
- Selecting lubricants for extreme conditions, including high temperatures and heavy loads.
- Specialty lubricants for food-grade, biodegradable, and fire-resistant applications.
- Lubrication considerations for electric motors, robotics, and high-speed spindles.
Failure Analysis and Troubleshooting
- Identifying failure mechanisms, including scuffing, micropitting, and false brinelling.
- Investigating lubricant-related failures in bearings, gears, and hydraulic systems.
- Performing forensic analysis of lubricant degradation and deposits.
- Using oil analysis data to implement corrective and preventive actions.
Storage, Handling, and Application Optimization
- Advanced lubricant storage and handling procedures to maintain quality.
- Best practices for automatic lubrication systems and condition-based replenishment.
- Managing grease application frequency and volume for precision lubrication.
Who is this Course for?
Lubrication Technicians
Fitters & Turners
Condition Monitoring Technicians
Laboratory Analysts
Lubrication Engineers
Industrial Lubricants Salespeople
Maintenance Managers/Supervisors/Superintendents/Leaders
Operations Managers
Reliability Engineers
Meet the Expert

Rafe Britton
MLA III, MLT II, MLE, VIM, VPR, CLS
$100 USD / month
+50 Lubrication courses
Snapshot
- Advanced Lubrication Strategies
- Lubricant Formulatino & Selection
- Lubrication Porgram Development
- Contamination Control
- Condition Monitoring
- Oil Sampling Analysis & Interpretation
- Lubrication of Critical Machinery
- Specialized Applications
- Failure Analysis
- Storage and Handling