MLA I, MLA II & MLA III - Machine Lubricant Analyst / Technician
Master oil analysis, contamination control, and diagnostic interpretation from fundamentals to leadership.
Course Overview & Scope
A progressive training pathway designed to build oil-analysis expertise - from essential lubrication knowledge to advanced programme leadership. The course prepares maintenance and reliability professionals to use lubricant-condition data for earlier fault detection, improved equipment reliability and better maintenance decisions. Aligned with international ICML MLA/MLT Body of Knowledge.
Curriculum & Key Modules
Comprehensive 7 core technical modulesMaintenance Strategy & Tribology Fundamentals
Friction, lubrication regimes (hydrodynamic, elastohydrodynamic, boundary), base oil types (mineral, synthetic Group I-V), and additive functions.
Lubricant Selection & Machinery Applications
Viscosity selection, ISO VG grades, gear oils, hydraulic fluids, turbine oils, compressor lubricants, and grease thickener compatibility.
Lubricant Storage, Handling & Contamination Control
Lube room design, color-coding, dispensing best practices, desiccant breathers, filtration strategies, ISO 4406 cleanliness targets.
Oil Sampling Best Practices & Route Design
Primary & secondary sampling points, live-zone sampling, sample valves, drop-tube limitations, flushing procedures, and chain-of-custody.
Lubricant Health, Degradation & Test Methods
Viscosity @ 40°C/100°C, TAN/TBN, FTIR oxidation & nitration, Karl Fischer moisture, dielectric constant, and RULER antioxidant monitoring.
Wear Debris Analysis & Machine Wear Diagnostics
Atomic emission spectroscopy (ICP), analytical ferrography, particle counting, ferrous density (PQ index), cutting/rubbing/fatigue wear modes.
Data Interpretation, Alarm Limits & Programme Leadership
Setting statistical vs. rate-of-change alarms, developing actionable maintenance recommendations, KPI tracking, and ROI calculation.
Who Should Attend?
Key Learning Outcomes & Competencies
Design and execute world-class oil sampling routes ensuring representative, contamination-free samples.
Interpret complex laboratory test reports (viscosity, FTIR, TAN/TBN, ICP, ferrography) with diagnostic precision.
Implement proactive contamination control to extend oil and component life by 3x to 8x.
Identify abnormal machine wear patterns months before catastrophic mechanical failure.
Confidently prepare for international ICML MLA I, MLA II, and MLT certification examinations.
Petrolabs Certified Machine Lubricant Analyst Certificate + ICML Exam Preparation
Earn a verifiable credential backed by Petrolabs India's 15+ years of oil testing and reliability engineering expertise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this course prepare me for the ICML MLA/MLT certification exam?
Yes, the curriculum strictly follows the ICML (International Council for Machinery Lubrication) Body of Knowledge for MLA I, MLA II, and MLT I credentials.
What complimentary courses are included?
When you enroll in the MLA programme at the offer price of ₹14,999/-, you automatically receive free access to both the 'Industrial Maintenance & Reliability Foundation' and 'Industrial Safety' courses.
Is practical lab demonstration included?
Yes, our training includes hands-on lab demonstration covering viscometers, Karl Fischer titrators, FTIR spectrometers, and ferrography wear slides.
MLA I, MLA II & MLA III - Machine Lubricant Analyst / Technician
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