Name: Rotating Equipment Training Course
Rating: 4.7 (1076 reviews)

Upcoming Sessions

Classroom sessions

27 - 31 Jul 2026 Dubai $5,950
26 - 30 Oct 2026 Dubai $5,950
04 - 08 Jan 2027 Dubai $5,950
26 - 30 Apr 2027 London $5,950
26 - 30 Jul 2027 Dubai $5,950
25 - 29 Oct 2027 Dubai $5,950

Online sessions

15 - 19 Jun 2026 Online $4,950
21 - 25 Sep 2026 Online $4,950
29 Mar - 02 Apr 2027 Online $4,950
14 - 18 Jun 2027 Online $4,950
20 - 24 Sep 2027 Online $4,950

Course Introduction

This Rotating Equipment training course offers a comprehensive look into essential rotating machinery used in oil and gas, chemical, and process industries. The course focuses on gas compressors, pumps, and turbines, exploring how these machines support reliable, efficient, and safe plant operations. Participants will gain practical insight into their construction, operating principles, and functional mechanisms, along with key design elements such as bearings, seals, filters, and safety control systems.

A strong emphasis is placed on start-up procedures, operational control, maintenance, and failure prevention strategies for rotating equipment. Participants will learn industry best practices, performance trend analysis, and diagnostic techniques that improve machine reliability and availability. This course also highlights effective inspection routines and safety measures, enabling professionals to make informed decisions that protect assets and reduce downtime.

Whether you work in operations or maintenance, this Rotating Equipment training course equips you with essential skills to extend equipment life, optimize performance, and contribute to operational excellence in demanding industrial environments.

Key Takeaways:

Understand the construction and operating principles of compressors, pumps, and turbines
Learn design features including bearings, seals, and safety systems
Improve reliability through best practices in operation and maintenance
Gain practical troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques
Enhance equipment performance and availability through effective monitoring

Objectives

Participants of this Rotating Equipment training course will gain the knowledge and skills required to effectively operate, maintain, and troubleshoot rotating machinery across industrial plants.

Understand the operational principles of various types of pumps, compressors, and turbines
Achieve and maintain performance levels close to the design efficiency of rotating equipment
Monitor reliability and availability of compressors, pumps, and turbines using best practices
Balance operational range with cost-effective maintenance and operation strategies
Identify and implement the most suitable operation and maintenance approaches
Apply systematic troubleshooting and root cause analysis to common equipment failures

Training Methodology

This Rotating Equipment training course uses a mix of adult learning techniques designed to maximize knowledge transfer and retention. Delivered in a workshop format, the training includes structured lectures, interactive discussions, real-life case studies, and group exercises that reflect typical field challenges.

Participants will work through practical examples and hands-on problem-solving activities that reinforce the learning outcomes. Open discussions and shared experience sessions encourage participants to relate the course content to their daily roles and operational realities. The combination of theory and practical application ensures participants leave with confidence in managing rotating equipment in real industrial environments.

Who Should Attend?

This Rotating Equipment course is ideal for technical professionals working in operations and maintenance roles within oil and gas, petrochemical, and process industries. It is especially valuable for those responsible for the performance, reliability, and safety of rotating assets.

Technical personnel responsible for production operations
Maintenance engineers managing rotating machinery
Operations engineers involved in equipment start-up and control
Plant operators working directly with compressors, pumps, and turbines
Supervisors overseeing plant reliability and performance
Engineering managers focused on equipment lifecycle optimization

Course Outline

Day 1: Technical Characteristics of Rotating Equipment

Rotating Equipment and Safety Requirements for Start-Up and Operation
Specifics of Gas Compressing and Cooling Methods
Selection and Application of Gas Compressors
Design Elements of Centrifugal and Axial Compressors
Performance of Reciprocating and Rotary Compressors
Workshop: Case Study, Examples and Solutions

Day 2: Pump Elements and Operating Characteristics

Specifics of Process of Liquid Pumping Based on Liquid Types
Selection and Application of Liquid Pumps
Design Elements and Characteristics of Centrifugal Pumps
Importance of Suction Pumping System for NPSH and Cavitation
Performance of Reciprocating and Rotary Pumps
Workshop: Case Study, Examples and Solutions

Day 3: Gas and Steam Turbines Operating Characteristics

Industrial Application of Gas and Steam Turbines
Design Elements and Operation of Gas Turbine
Combustor Performance and Selection of Fuels
Steam Turbine Operating Characteristics and Safety Control System
Cogeneration Process with Gas and Steam Turbine working Together
Workshop: Case Study, Examples and Solutions

Day 4: Installation, Start-Up and Performance Control of Rotating Equipment

Installation, Commissioning, Start-Up and Performance Control of Compressors
Installation, Commissioning and Start-Up of Pumps and Piping Systems
Start-Up of Gas and Steam Turbines
Summary of Operation Control and Performance Monitoring of Rotating Equipment
Workshop: Case Study, Examples and Solutions

Day 5: Inspection, Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Rotating Equipment

Inspection of Vital Elements of Rotating Equipment and Safety Control
Common Failures in Operation of Rotating Equipment
Condition Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance
Bearing Degradation and Replacement
Mechanical Seal Problems in Operation and Root Cause Analysis
Summary and Conclusions

Certificate

COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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