Our Courses
Bearing Basics
The course focuses on periodic, single channel data collection and analysis for condition-based maintenance programmes.
$1,000.00
Information & Course
You will come away from this course with a very good understanding of bearing designation system, design, mounting & dismounting and the lubrication of rolling element bearings.



Scott Henderson
Scott started his reliability journey completing 14 years in the British Army as a senior maintainer of rotary aviation assets (helicopters). Operating across the globe in various roles, reliability engineering and condition monitoring was key to operational effectiveness and safety.
After relocating to Australia and 6 years working for a variety of industries in reliability roles, Thermalign was born and has now celebrated 10 years of business. Scott believes in hands-on, real-world solutions, to real world problems. As a trainer he brings his wealth of knowledge to the classroom with a very personable approach. His extensive experience in the condition monitoring field across many industries, allows Scott the knowledge and true understanding that is the hallmark of an effective trainer. He continues to add to his credentials and training portfolio in many disciplines that he has been actively involved in for some time.
Duration:
 1 day
Example Hours:
Training Day 1:Â 8.00am to 4.00pm
Format:
Classroom learning
Pre-Study:
Not required.
Outcome:
You will come away from this course with a very good understanding of bearing designation system, design, mounting & dismounting and the lubrication of rolling element bearings.
- 1 day classroom training
- Lunch and refreshments
- Shortform course booklet
- CMI Certificate of Completion
Basics of Bearings and Their Applications
- Rolling bearing theory
- Anti-friction bearing types and applications
- Bearing types and applications
- Importance of fits and tolerances
- Housing seal types
Fundamentals of Lubrication
- How bearing lubrication works
- The importance of selecting the proper lubricant for an application
- Maximise bearing life through understanding of proper lubricating principles and functions
- How much and how often to lubricate rolling bearings
Principles of Mounting and Dismounting Bearings
- Cylindrical seating
- Tapered seating
- Adapter and withdrawal sleeves
- Cold and hot mounting and dismounting
- Mounting and dismounting using oil injection
- Principles of mounting plain bearings
Practical Mounting and Dismounting of Bearings
- Preparation for mounting and dismounting
- Checking the components
- Mounting and dismounting tools
Condition Monitoring Institute Certification
