Fluid Life offers machine lubrication certification training that can be taken in a variety of formats. In-class public or private certification training sessions are generally between 3-5 days in length. We also offer private webinar based training over a number of sessions to accommodate attendee schedules and improve the online experience. On-demand certification training is also available for individuals who want to learn at their own pace.
Bolster your employees’ knowledge with training!
Learning about the principles, practices, and the mindset of modern reliability methods will optimize maintenance tasks and will facilitate the development of a robust, specific, and effective maintenance program. Dovetailing the information available in these courses will help attendees master the art of machinery reliability and maintenance.
Training Formats
In-Class
Webinar
On-Demand
Certification Training Courses
Machine Lubricant Analyst / Machinery Lubrication Technician Level I
The MLA/MLT Level I course is aimed at plant or shop technicians responsible for lubricating and maintaining machinery, whose daily activities consist of oil sampling, contamination control, handling, receiving and storing lubricants, oil changes, and basic machine condition monitoring. 24 hours total training time. The MLT/MLA Level I training course is aligned with the ICML Body of Knowledge for the MLA/MLT Level I in accordance to ISO 18436-4.
Machine Lubricant Analyst Level II
The MLA Level II course is aimed at in-plant technicians responsible for the daily activities associated with lubricant analysis for machine condition monitoring. Activities include sampling, sample management, performance of simple onsite tests, managing test results and performing simple diagnostics. This course is aligned with the ICML Body of Knowledge for the MLA Level II in accordance to ISO 18436-4. 24 hours total training time. NOTE: Must hold Level I Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA) certification OR have a minimum of 960 hours experience and the knowledge base of the MLA I body of knowledge.
Maintenance and Reliability Fundamentals (CMRP Preparation)
This certification training course (24 hours) prepares the individual to write the CMRP exam. The course covers the five pillars of the SMRP Body of Knowledge, which include: Business & Management, Equipment Reliability, Manufacturing Process Reliability, Organization & Leadership, and Work Management. The CMRP is available to any maintenance and reliability professional, regardless of education background or work experience. Note the SMRP (governing body) DOES NOT provide in-person exams. Exams must be written at accredited facilities (e.g. local college) or online.
In-class Training
Public Courses
Fluid Life offers public certification training courses throughout the year, generally in the spring and fall. Courses are spread over three to five days and for the MLA / MLT I and MLA II sessions, we offer the option to take the ICML certification exam on the last day.
Check the Upcoming Training sessions calendar for the latest dates and locations.
Private In-Class
Our goal is to bolster your employees’ knowledge in machinery lubrication. Our private in-class certification training courses – MLA / MLT I, MLA II and the CMRP Prep – can be customized to suit your organization. Classes can be held at either our Edmonton training facility, Dallas lab, or on-site at your facility.
Contact us to arrange for a private training session for your company.
Private Webinar Training
MLA or MLT Level I
Date: Tailored to your schedule
Method: Webinar (Teams)
Cost: $995 per person
The Machine Lubricant Analyst/Machinery Lubrication Technician Level I webinar-based course is aimed at plant or shop technicians responsible for lubricating and maintaining machinery. Requires a minimum of five (5) attendees. Contact us to schedule a webinar.
Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA) Level II
Date: Tailored to your schedule
Method: Webinar (Teams)
Cost: $995 per person
The Machine Lubricant Analyst Level II webinar-based course is aimed at in-plant technicians responsible for the daily activities associated with lubricant analysis for machine condition monitoring. Requires a minimum of five (5) attendees. Contact us to schedule a webinar.
Maintenance and Reliability Fundamentals (CMRP Prep)
Date: Tailored to your schedule
Method: Webinar (Teams)
Cost: $995 per person
This webinar-based training course (24 hours) prepares the individual to write the CMRP exam. The course covers the five pillars of the SMRP Body of Knowledge. Requires a minimum of five (5) attendees. Contact us to schedule a webinar.
On-Demand Online Training
Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA) Level I
Date: On-demand, learn at your own pace
Method: Video
Cost: $935 per person
Fluid Life’s MLA Level I certification training is an on-demand online course that provides the foundational training for reliability-centered machine lubrication work practices and oil-sample based condition assessment. This course is aligned with the ICML body of knowledge for the MLA Level I in accordance to ISO 18436-4.
Machine Lubricant Technician (MLT) Level I
Date: On-demand, learn at your own pace
Method: Video
Cost: $935 per person
Fluid Life’s MLT Level I certification training is an on-demand online course that provides the foundational training for reliability-centered machine lubrication work practices and oil-sample based condition assessment. This course is aligned with the ICML body of knowledge for the MLT Level I in accordance to ISO 18436-4.
Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA) Level II
Date: On-demand, learn at your own pace
Method: Video
Cost: $995 per person
Fluid Life’s MLA Level II certification training is an on-demand online course that provides the foundational training for reliability-centered machine lubrication work practices and oil-sample based condition assessment. This course is aligned with the ICML body of knowledge for the MLA Level II in accordance to ISO 18436-4.
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