Bearings & Lubrication Fundamentals

What you'll learn

• Explain the difference between rolling-element and plain bearings and where each is typically used
• Describe why most bearings fail long before their design life, and the dominant role of lubrication and contamination
• Distinguish the functions of a lubricant and select between grease and oil for common applications
• Apply the right-lubricant, right-amount, right-interval, right-method discipline to routine lubrication tasks
• Implement contamination-control practices for lubricant storage, transfer and machine sealing
• Recognise early signs of bearing distress — noise, heat and vibration — and respond appropriately

Curriculum

Progress through each competency level in order.