Internal Combustion Engines

This course provides the necessary knowledge for the participants to demonstrate the principle of Operations and Maintenance in Internal Combustion Engines and Related Systems.

Combustion engines are machines that deliver mechanical work through a thermal and combustion process: mechanical work is obtained from the chemical bound energy of the fuel through combustion by means of thermal energy.  For the technician to properly maintain, install or repair it is important for the technician to understand the theories and cycles related to the operation of these Prime Movers.  This training will allow the trainee to enhance his knowledge and mechanical abilities through theoretical information.  The trainee will be able to take this knowledge and apply it towards more practical experience thus enhancing his abilities.  Through more on-job practical experiences the technician will be able to apply this to more advanced training.  The course will provide a balance of theory and demonstrations to support the theory taught in the classroom.

This course will provide a good understanding of the technology related to Internal Combustion Engines in the Industry.  The course will provide the learner with an understanding of the theoryand its applications at the technician’s level, developing confident and professional enthusiasm, therefore, increasing the safe and productive efficiency that will come through this training.

  • Agenda
  • Audience
  • Technical Information

The following Topics will be covered allowing the Technician a much stronger understanding of the Operation and Maintenance of Machinery and Equipment in the Petroleum Industry.
The course will begin with a review the course outline as well as any further activities scheduled for the day.

Day 1 – Diesel Theory and Identification

  • Diesel engines, their components and operation.
  • Procedures to install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and commission diesel engines.
  • 2 Stroke and 4 Stroke Theory
  • Turbo and Super Chargers

The installation and maintenance requirements necessary to ensure longevity and proper operation of Diesel Engines and their ancillaries vary depending on the application as well as the environment they are working in.  The technician must be aware of the correct and safe procedure with each application and industrial requirement as well as a good understanding of the operation and theories involved.  

Day 2 – Gas Theory and Identification

  • Gas engines, their components and operation.
  • Procedures to install, maintain, troubleshoot repair and commission gas combustion engines.
  • 2 Stroke and 4 Stroke Theory
  • Turbo Charging

The installation and maintenance requirements necessary to ensure longevity and proper operation of Gas Engines and their ancillaries vary depending on the application as well as the environment they are working in.  The technician must be aware of the correct and safe procedure with each application and industrial requirement as well as a good understanding of the operation and theories involved. 

This course is mainly targeted to Mechanical Technicians in Oil and Gas industry working in the field as an introduction or refresher.

The course can also be applicable to employees working with equipment purchasing, procurement, storage, and job planning as well as immediate supervisors to the working technicians.

Discipline:  Mechanical Technician Course

Delivery type:     Classroom

Provider:    TPL

Possible Instructors:  Fully qualified and certified TPL instructor with a minimum of 15 years instructor experience to international delegates in client or offsite locations.

Level: Awareness

Course Version:  0

Length:      2 days

Skills Needed to
Take Course (pre-requisites):        Anyone taking this course should have at least six months of exposure to an oil & gas facility.