COURSE OVERVIEW:
Welcome to the course Maintaining Construction Equipment & Machinery. This course is designed to provide solid knowledge and practical skills for maintaining the wide range of equipment and machinery used in construction projects. Proper maintenance of construction equipment is crucial to ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and the longevity of the machinery, which ultimately leads to successful project outcomes.
We begin with an introduction to equipment maintenance, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance in preventing breakdowns and ensuring that construction activities proceed without unnecessary interruptions. You will gain an understanding of the different types of construction equipment and machinery commonly used on-site and an overview of various maintenance strategies that can be applied.
Next, we focus on maintenance planning and scheduling. You’ll learn how to develop a maintenance plan that aligns with project timelines, ensuring that routine inspections and servicing are integrated into the overall project schedule without causing delays.
Preventive maintenance techniques are a critical component of this course. We will explore the benefits of preventive maintenance, common tasks involved, and the importance of tracking and documenting these activities to maintain a record of equipment health and performance.
The course also covers predictive maintenance and condition monitoring, introducing you to advanced tools and technologies used to monitor the condition of machinery. You’ll learn how to interpret condition data to make informed maintenance decisions that can prevent unexpected equipment failures.
Lubrication and fluid management are essential for the smooth operation of machinery. This section will teach you about the different types of lubricants, their applications, and best practices for fluid level checks, replacements, and waste fluid management, with an emphasis on environmental considerations.
Electrical systems maintenance is another key area, where you will learn how to inspect and service electrical components, maintain batteries, and troubleshoot common electrical issues to ensure reliable equipment operation.
Hydraulic systems maintenance is crucial for many types of construction machinery. You will explore how to check and replace hydraulic fluids, diagnose system failures, and perform necessary repairs to keep hydraulic systems functioning efficiently.
Engine maintenance and overhaul will cover routine inspections, signs of engine wear and tear, and the procedures involved in engine overhauls and rebuilding to extend the life of construction equipment.
Undercarriage and track maintenance focuses on inspecting, cleaning, and adjusting tracks and undercarriages, as well as replacing worn or damaged components to ensure stable and safe operation of tracked machinery.
Maintaining brakes and steering systems is essential for the safety and control of construction equipment. You’ll learn how to inspect, service, and troubleshoot these critical systems to prevent accidents and ensure smooth operation.
Cooling systems maintenance is vital to prevent overheating, which can cause severe damage to machinery. This section will guide you through inspecting radiators, hoses, and coolants, and implementing preventive measures to avoid cooling system failures.
Safety systems maintenance is critical to ensure compliance with safety regulations and to protect operators. You will learn how to inspect safety features, test alarms and indicators, and maintain compliance with relevant safety standards.
The course also includes a section on maintaining attachments and tools, teaching you how to inspect, service, and store attachments properly, and repair or replace worn attachments to maintain their effectiveness.
Finally, troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques will be covered to equip you with the skills needed to identify symptoms of equipment failure, use diagnostic tools effectively, and follow step-by-step procedures to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and implement effective maintenance strategies that ensure the reliability, safety, and longevity of construction equipment and machinery, contributing to the overall success of your projects.
Each section is complemented with examples to illustrate the concepts and techniques discussed.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, you will be able to understand the following topics:
1. Introduction to Equipment Maintenance
- Importance of Regular Maintenance
- Types of Construction Equipment and Machinery
- Overview of Maintenance Strategies
2. Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
- Developing a Maintenance Plan
- Scheduling Routine Inspections and Servicing
- Integrating Maintenance with Project Timelines
3. Preventive Maintenance Techniques
- Benefits of Preventive Maintenance
- Common Preventive Maintenance Tasks
- Tracking and Documentation of Preventive Maintenance
4. Predictive Maintenance and Condition Monitoring
- Introduction to Predictive Maintenance
- Tools and Technologies for Condition Monitoring
- Interpreting Condition Data for Maintenance Decisions
5. Lubrication and Fluid Management
- Types of Lubricants and Their Applications
- Fluid Level Checks and Replacements
- Managing Waste Fluids and Environmental Considerations
6. Electrical Systems Maintenance
- Inspecting and Servicing Electrical Components
- Battery Maintenance and Replacement
- Troubleshooting Common Electrical Issues
7. Hydraulic Systems Maintenance
- Understanding Hydraulic Systems in Machinery
- Checking and Replacing Hydraulic Fluids
- Diagnosing and Repairing Hydraulic System Failures
8. Engine Maintenance and Overhaul
- Routine Engine Inspections and Servicing
- Signs of Engine Wear and Tear
- Procedures for Engine Overhaul and Rebuilding
9. Undercarriage and Track Maintenance
- Inspecting Tracks and Undercarriages
- Cleaning and Adjusting Tracks
- Replacing Worn or Damaged Components
10. Brakes and Steering Systems Maintenance
- Inspecting and Servicing Brake Systems
- Checking and Adjusting Steering Components
- Troubleshooting Brake and Steering Issues
11. Cooling Systems Maintenance
- Importance of Proper Cooling System Function
- Inspecting Radiators, Hoses, and Coolants
- Preventing and Addressing Overheating Issues
12. Safety Systems Maintenance
- Inspecting Safety Features
- Testing and Maintaining Alarms and Indicators
- Ensuring Compliance with Safety Regulations
13. Maintenance of Attachments and Tools
- Inspecting and Servicing Attachments
- Proper Use and Storage of Attachments
- Repairing and Replacing Worn Attachments
14. Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Techniques
- Common Diagnostic Tools and Methods
- Identifying Symptoms of Equipment Failure
- Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Procedures
COURSE DURATION:
The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.
COURSE DELIVERY:
Purchase and download course content.
ASSESSMENT:
A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.
CERTIFICATION:
Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.