Machinery Lubrication Level I (MLT I & MLA I Prep)
Master precision lubrication selection, storage, filtration and oil analysis in four days — preparing for ICML MLT I and MLA I certification exams.
What This Course Is About
This four-day course establishes the foundation for precision lubrication best practices. Participants learn how to efficiently select, store, filter, and apply lubricants while gaining practical knowledge of oil analysis and sampling methods. The course prepares participants for ICML MLT I and MLA I certification exams. Available as public classroom training, private on-site delivery, or recorded on-demand access through our online platform.
Key Topics Covered
Maintenance strategies, precision lubrication, machine reliability
Friction, wear, surface damage, lubricant films, Stribeck Curve
Base oils, additives, thickeners, oil & grease performance criteria
Bearings, gearing, hydraulics, wire ropes, engines
Dispensing tools, frequency, volume, automation, route management
Sump management, contaminant exclusion/removal, handling, storage
Sampling methods, property analysis, test slates, alarms, and limits
Why This Training Matters
Format
- Anyone Pursuing MLT I or MLA I Certification
- Maintenance and Lubrication Technicians
- Maintenance Supervisors & Planners
- Operators responsible for equipment lubrication
What 4 days looks like on the floor
Lubrication Fundamentals & Tribology
Lubricant Construction, Performance & Selection
Application, Contamination Control & Storage
Oil Analysis & Certification Preparation
Upon successful completion, participants will be capable of:
• Understanding tribology principles and lubricant film behavior
• Selecting the correct lubricant for bearings, gears, hydraulics, and engines
• Evaluating oil and grease performance properties
• Understanding correct grease volumes, frequencies, and delivery methods
• Constructing and managing effective lubrication routes
• Maintaining automated lubrication systems
• Identifying, excluding, and removing contaminants
• Implementing proper lubricant storage and handling practices
• Applying proper oil sampling techniques
• Understanding oil analysis results, alarms, and limits
• Preparing for ICML MLT I or MLA I certification exams
Learn more about the full training program
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