3 Days

Diesel Engine Operation, Maintenance and Basic Troubleshooting

PDMEC Lab, Kemaman

Course Overview

This three-day theory-based course provides participants with fundamental knowledge of industrial diesel engines, including operating principles, major components, support systems, safeguarding devices, inspection, preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting. Participants will also be introduced to lubrication, cooling, fuel injection, air intake, exhaust, starting and electrical systems. The course includes an observational visit to a diesel genset room to relate classroom theory to actual equipment installation and operating conditions.

Course Content

Introduction to Diesel Engine · Diesel Engine Components · Diesel Engine – Lubrication System · Diesel Engine – Cooling System · Diesel Engine – Starting System · Diesel Engine – Fuel System · Diesel Engine – Air Intake and Exhaust System

Who Should Attend

  • Maintenance technicians and mechanical fitters in process facilities.
  • Engineers responsible for rotating and static equipment reliability.

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of mechanical equipment.
  • Participants should be physically fit for practical workshop sessions.

Methodology

  • Lecture sessions on fundamentals, followed by hands-on practical work.
  • Theory and practical assessment.