Course Purpose
This course provides information on the concepts associated with reciprocating compressors.
- Número do curso: MMS-140
- Tipo: Instructor-led
- Tecnologia: Craft Skills
- Categoria: Understand
- Duração: 3 dias
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Describe the function of a reciprocating compressor
- List and describe the major components of a reciprocating compressor
- Describe the basic operation of a reciprocating compressor
- Discuss factors that affect compressor operation
- Discuss maintenance activities associated with a reciprocating compressor
- Troubleshoot common compressor problems
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for mechanical technicians.
Prerequisites
None
Student Materials
To enhance and facilitate your learning experience, the following materials are provided as part of the course package:
- Student Manual includes the key concepts, definitions, examples, and activities presented in this course
- Lab Guide includes the hands-on exercises
Hands-on Practice
Throughout this course, you will have the opportunity to practice the skills you have learned through a variety of hands-on exercises. These exercises focus on the skills introduced in each lesson.
You will also have the opportunity to combine and practice groups of key skills by completing multiple integrated practices during the course.
Next Level Learning
Once you have mastered the skills covered in this course, you may want to attend specific training, such as:
- Shaft and Coupling Alignment course (MMS-245)
Course Agenda
Day 1
- Principles of operation
- Compressor laws
- Reciprocating Compressor components
- Lab exercises
Day 2
- Reciprocating Compressor operation
- Factors affecting operations
- Lab exercises
Day 3
- Reciprocating Compressor Inspection and maintenance
- Routine maintenance practices
- Troubleshooting
- Lab exercises
- Review
- Written Exam
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