Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Mechanical, marine, and maintenance engineers
• Operations and field technicians
• Power generation and utility plant personnel
• Fleet and facility maintenance supervisors
• Reliability, asset integrity, and technical service engineers
• Project and commissioning personnel involved with diesel engine systems

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand diesel engine design, operating principles, and classifications.
• Apply industry standards and best practices in diesel engine installation and alignment.
• Monitor and operate diesel engines effectively under various load conditions.
• Conduct routine maintenance and implement preventive maintenance strategies.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot engine failures using structured methodologies.
• Improve overall engine performance, reliability, and safety compliance.

DAY 1

Diesel Engine Fundamentals and Design Principles

• Pre-test
• Overview of diesel engine applications and classifications
• 4-stroke and 2-stroke operation cycles
• Major components: crankshaft, piston, cylinder head, valves, injectors
• Air-fuel combustion process and performance indicators
• Engine efficiency and emissions fundamentals
• Engine sizing, rating, and performance specifications

DAY 2

Installation, Alignment, and Commissioning

• Site preparation and foundation requirements
• Mounting techniques and vibration damping
• Engine alignment with generators, pumps, or mechanical loads
• Installation of support systems: air intake, exhaust, lubrication, fuel, cooling
• Electrical connections, control panels, and instrumentation
• Commissioning procedures and safety verifications
• Pre-start inspections and first-run monitoring

DAY 3

Diesel Engine Operation and Performance Optimization

• Operational procedures: start-up, load handling, shutdown
• Monitoring engine performance: temperature, pressure, vibration, RPM
• Fuel system management and fuel quality impact
• Engine control systems and automation
• Load variations and steady-state vs. transient conditions
• Emissions monitoring and control techniques (EGR, DPF, SCR)
• Safe handling and emergency response procedures

DAY 4

Maintenance Planning and Execution

• Maintenance philosophies: corrective, preventive, and predictive
• Lubrication systems: oil grades, intervals, and contamination control
• Cooling system checks and fluid management
• Air and fuel filtration systems
• Battery systems and electrical maintenance
• Maintenance documentation, scheduling, and work order management
• Reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) basics

DAY 5

Troubleshooting Techniques and Root Cause Analysis

• Common engine faults and failure modes
• Structured troubleshooting approach and tools
• Mechanical failures: piston damage, valve leaks, bearing wear
• Fuel-related issues: injector clogs, poor combustion, contamination
• Oil and cooling system problems: leaks, overheating, pressure loss
• Use of diagnostic tools: borescope, vibration analyzer, oil lab reports
• Root cause analysis techniques (5 Whys, fishbone diagrams)
• Final workshop: practical troubleshooting scenarios and corrective planning
•  Post-test