US335898 Advanced Maintenance Management

The Advanced Maintenance Management course is designed for experienced maintenance professionals seeking to elevate their knowledge and skills in asset reliability, predictive maintenance, and strategic planning. This course provides a comprehensive approach to optimizing maintenance processes, reducing downtime, and enhancing asset lifecycle management. Participants will learn advanced techniques to develop and implement effective maintenance strategies that align with organizational objectives and industry best practices. Key topics include reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), condition-based monitoring, total productive maintenance (TPM), and data-driven decision-making for improved operational performance.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

Maintenance Managers and Supervisors: Those responsible for overseeing maintenance operations and looking to implement advanced maintenance strategies.
Reliability Engineers and Technicians: Professionals focusing on improving asset reliability and minimizing unexpected failures.
Maintenance Planners and Schedulers: Individuals involved in maintenance planning, scheduling, and resource allocation who want to optimize workflows.
Asset Managers and Facility Managers: Leaders who manage asset portfolios and want to enhance asset performance while minimizing lifecycle costs.
Operations Managers: Those involved in production or operations, seeking to collaborate effectively with maintenance teams to improve overall plant efficiency.
Maintenance Consultants: Consultants looking to expand their knowledge of advanced maintenance strategies and tools to support client organizations.

Learning Outcomes

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

Design and implement advanced maintenance strategies that align with organizational goals.
Use condition-based monitoring and predictive maintenance techniques to optimize asset performance.
Make data-driven decisions to enhance maintenance efficiency and reduce costs.
Develop and manage CMMS/EAM systems for streamlined maintenance processes.
Establish a culture of continuous improvement within their maintenance teams.

Location:

South Africa

Training Dates:

Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.

Course Duration: 1 Week

Unit Standard: 335898

NQF Level: 5

Number of Credits: 12

Course Fees

Note: Please fill in the online application form on the left or bottom if this page to receive a quotation with detailed pricing from AATICD.

How to Apply:

To Apply Simply Fill in the Online Enquiries / Applications form on the Right Sidebar or Bottom of this website https://www.aaticd.co.za

NB:

When filling the online application form; please take note of your desired Training Month, Duration in Weeks and Training Session. This will give us the exact dates you will be attending your classes.

Also note that Tuition Fees must be paid upfront on or before training start date. This is to ensure that all resources are made availabe for you before you start. You will not be allowed into training if fees are not paid and verified.

Also note that Tuition Fees Cancellations must be made 14 business working days before the starting date of training. This will allow us to do a 50% refund of the total amount paid. If cancellations are made thereafter note that no refund will be made to delegates.

Tuition Fees include teas and lunch as well as either a laptop or tablet which a delegate will take home free of charge.

Tuition Fee DOES NOT include Accommodation, Dinners and other Extra Curricular Activities or Incidentals. Delegates are expected to fund this on their own. AATICD will not be held accountable for any incidents to delegates.

In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.

Course Outline

Module 1: Maintenance Management Foundations Review

Principles of maintenance management
Evolution of maintenance strategies (from reactive to proactive)
Key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmarking

Module 2: Advanced Maintenance Strategies

Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM)
- RCM principles and implementation
- Failure modes, effects, and criticality analysis (FMECA)
Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM)
- Predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermal imaging, etc.)
- Developing a condition-monitoring program
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
- TPM pillars and methodologies
- Autonomous maintenance and operator involvement

Module 3: Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Optimization

Advanced planning and scheduling techniques
Workforce optimization and resource allocation
Creating an effective maintenance workflow
Using Gantt charts and planning software for scheduling

Module 4: Asset Lifecycle Management

Phases of the asset lifecycle
Extending asset lifespan and maximizing return on investment
Life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) and capital planning

Module 5: Data-Driven Maintenance Decision-Making

Maintenance data collection and management
Using data analytics to drive maintenance decisions
Understanding asset performance through key metrics
Case studies on data-driven maintenance improvements

Module 6: Implementing and Managing CMMS/EAM Systems

Overview of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) systems
Selecting the right CMMS/EAM system for your organization
Integrating CMMS with other business systems
Common challenges in CMMS implementation and solutions

Module 7: Risk-Based Maintenance and Safety in Maintenance

Risk assessment and mitigation in maintenance tasks
Safety management and regulatory compliance
Developing a culture of safety and reliability

Module 8: Continuous Improvement in Maintenance

Root cause analysis (RCA) and problem-solving techniques
Implementing continuous improvement cycles in maintenance (e.g., Kaizen)
Conducting audits and performance reviews for ongoing improvement

Module 9: Practical Applications and Case Studies

Hands-on exercises on maintenance planning and risk management
Real-world case studies on advanced maintenance practices
Group discussions and Q&A with industry experts