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Industrial Machinery Mechanics
Certified Balancing Specialist - Category I Certification Description The Certified Balancing Specialist - Category I certification validates an individual's knowledge of the basics of balancing, vibration testing and analysis, and balancing techniques. Individuals seeking certification as a Balancing Specialist are required to understand basic shop and field balancing concepts, and be able to perform vibration analysis, conduct single-plane balancing, calculate balance sensitivity and phase lag, and evaluate balance results against ISO balancing standards. To become certified, applicants must pass a multiple choice exam. The Vibration Institute certification committee recommends that applicants have a minimum of 12 months of experience and 32 hours of training. If the candidate lacks these requirements, a course can be taken in order to prepare for the exam. Certifying Organization Vibration Institute http://www.vi-institute.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Balancing Specialist - Category I Website
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician Certification Description The CMRT will provide a non-biased, third-party, objective assessment and confirmation of the skills of your industrial maintenance mechanics. Certifying Organization Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals https://smrp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician Website
Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II Certification Description The Certification Vibration Analyst Certification program offers four categories of certifications. An individual certified as a Category II Vibration Analyst should have the knowledge and capabilities of a Category I Vibration Analyst. A Category II Vibration Analyst should be able to define routine data collection activities including acquisition and analysis settings using basic signal analysis, collect extra test points when unusual conditions exist, perform single channel impact tests, interpret and evaluate test results in accordance with specifications and standards, diagnose common faults, and recommend basic corrective actions. The Category II Analyst shall be aware of and capable of recommending alternate condition monitoring technologies to verify issues raised as a result of routine condition monitoring. Applicants are required to have a minimum of 18 months' experience in the vibration field and a minimum of 68 hours of training. Certifying Organization Vibration Institute http://www.vi-institute.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II Website
Certified Vibration Analyst - Category III Certification Description The Certification Vibration Analyst Certification program offers four categories of certifications. An individual certified as a Category III Vibration Analyst is qualified to establish, direct, and/or perform programs for condition monitoring and diagnostics of machines including spectral, waveform, and orbit analysis. Category III certified Vibration Analysts shall be qualified to perform minor corrective actions involving operating deflection shapes, single-plane balancing, and diagnostic testing. Candidates for Category III Vibration Analyst must have a minimum of 36 months of experience in the vibration field and at least of 90 hours of training. Candidates for Category III are expected to be able to manipulate simple algebraic equations, use a basic scientific calculator, and be computer literate. Completion of two or more years of study in mechanical technology or mechanical engineering is also recommended at this level. Certifying Organization Vibration Institute http://www.vi-institute.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Vibration Analyst - Category III Website
Certified Vibration Analyst - Category IV Certification Description The Certification Vibration Analyst Certification program offers four categories of certifications. Category IV is the most advanced level of certification. An individual certified as a Category IV Vibration Analyst understands the theory of mechanical vibrations, advanced vibration analysis techniques, and signal analysis. They shall be qualified to direct condition monitoring programs, perform major diagnostic efforts, and perform and recommend corrective actions and design modifications. Candidates for Category IV Vibration Analyst must have a minimum of 60 months of experience in the vibration field and at least of 130 hours of training. Candidates for Category IV are expected to be able to manipulate simple algebraic equations, use a basic scientific calculator, and be computer literate. Completion of two or more years of study in mechanical technology or mechanical engineering is also recommended at this level. Certifying Organization Vibration Institute http://www.vi-institute.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Vibration Analyst - Category IV Website
Certified Vibration Analyst I Certification Description Category I vibration analysts are capable of performing simple machinery vibration measurements involving single-channel condition monitoring and diagnosis. A Category II Vibration Analyst is expected to have a basic knowledge of machine vibration, be capable of routine data collection and periodic monitoring, and be able to perform basic fault diagnosis and condition evaluation. III must be capable of carrying out fault diagnosis, condition evaluation, and acceptance testing, and be able to set up periodic monitoring programs and perform minor corrective actions. To be certified as a Category IV Vibration Analyst, an individual must be certified as a Category III Vibration Analyst and have basic knowledge in signal processing, rotor dynamics, vibration control, and dual channel analysis. Certifying Organization Vibration Institute http://www.vi-institute.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Vibration Analyst I Website
Fluid Power Pneumatic Technician Certification Description Fabricates, assembles, services, maintains and tests pneumatic equipment. Can calculate force and motion control systems and is able to follow blueprints and schematics with ISO standard pneumatic symbols. Certifying Organization International Fluid Power Society http://www.IFPS.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Fluid Power Pneumatic Technician Website
Fluid Power Systems Designer Certification Description The Fluid Power Systems Designer is an expanded credential focusing on advanced, system level hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic controls expertise along with verifiable industry experience and is open to all qualifying individuals. Certifying Organization International Fluid Power Society http://www.IFPS.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Fluid Power Systems Designer Website
Mechatronics: Fluid Power 1 Certification Description This certificate covers the function, operation, and application of common components used in fluid power circuits and systems. It also assesses the understanding of how fluid power components and accessories are placed together to create circuits and systems for powering industrial machines. Certifying Organization Packaging Machinery Manufacturing Institute https://www.pmmi.org/gateway Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Mechatronics: Fluid Power 1 Website
Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification Class II Certification Description Tearing down equipment, performing repairs, installing and reinstalling Certifying Organization Association of Boards of Certification http://www.abccert.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification Class II Website
Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification Class III Certification Description Inspecting and managing Class I and II duties, and analyzing and performing predictive maintenance Certifying Organization Association of Boards of Certification http://www.abccert.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification Class III Website

Industrial Machinery Mechanics

Certified Balancing Specialist - Category I

Certification Description
The Certified Balancing Specialist - Category I certification validates an individual's knowledge of the basics of balancing, vibration testing and analysis, and balancing techniques. Individuals seeking certification as a Balancing Specialist are required to understand basic shop and field balancing concepts, and be able to perform vibration analysis, conduct single-plane balancing, calculate balance sensitivity and phase lag, and evaluate balance results against ISO balancing standards. To become certified, applicants must pass a multiple choice exam. The Vibration Institute certification committee recommends that applicants have a minimum of 12 months of experience and 32 hours of training. If the candidate lacks these requirements, a course can be taken in order to prepare for the exam.

Certifying Organization
Vibration Institute
http://www.vi-institute.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Certified Balancing Specialist - Category I Website

Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician

Certification Description
The CMRT will provide a non-biased, third-party, objective assessment and confirmation of the skills of your industrial maintenance mechanics.

Certifying Organization
Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals
https://smrp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician Website

Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II

Certification Description
The Certification Vibration Analyst Certification program offers four categories of certifications. An individual certified as a Category II Vibration Analyst should have the knowledge and capabilities of a Category I Vibration Analyst. A Category II Vibration Analyst should be able to define routine data collection activities including acquisition and analysis settings using basic signal analysis, collect extra test points when unusual conditions exist, perform single channel impact tests, interpret and evaluate test results in accordance with specifications and standards, diagnose common faults, and recommend basic corrective actions. The Category II Analyst shall be aware of and capable of recommending alternate condition monitoring technologies to verify issues raised as a result of routine condition monitoring. Applicants are required to have a minimum of 18 months' experience in the vibration field and a minimum of 68 hours of training.

Certifying Organization
Vibration Institute
http://www.vi-institute.org/

Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II Website

Certified Vibration Analyst - Category III

Certification Description
The Certification Vibration Analyst Certification program offers four categories of certifications. An individual certified as a Category III Vibration Analyst is qualified to establish, direct, and/or perform programs for condition monitoring and diagnostics of machines including spectral, waveform, and orbit analysis. Category III certified Vibration Analysts shall be qualified to perform minor corrective actions involving operating deflection shapes, single-plane balancing, and diagnostic testing. Candidates for Category III Vibration Analyst must have a minimum of 36 months of experience in the vibration field and at least of 90 hours of training. Candidates for Category III are expected to be able to manipulate simple algebraic equations, use a basic scientific calculator, and be computer literate. Completion of two or more years of study in mechanical technology or mechanical engineering is also recommended at this level.

Certifying Organization
Vibration Institute
http://www.vi-institute.org/

Certified Vibration Analyst - Category III Website

Certified Vibration Analyst - Category IV

Certification Description
The Certification Vibration Analyst Certification program offers four categories of certifications. Category IV is the most advanced level of certification. An individual certified as a Category IV Vibration Analyst understands the theory of mechanical vibrations, advanced vibration analysis techniques, and signal analysis. They shall be qualified to direct condition monitoring programs, perform major diagnostic efforts, and perform and recommend corrective actions and design modifications. Candidates for Category IV Vibration Analyst must have a minimum of 60 months of experience in the vibration field and at least of 130 hours of training. Candidates for Category IV are expected to be able to manipulate simple algebraic equations, use a basic scientific calculator, and be computer literate. Completion of two or more years of study in mechanical technology or mechanical engineering is also recommended at this level.

Certifying Organization
Vibration Institute
http://www.vi-institute.org/

Certified Vibration Analyst - Category IV Website

Certified Vibration Analyst I

Certification Description
Category I vibration analysts are capable of performing simple machinery vibration measurements involving single-channel condition monitoring and diagnosis. A Category II Vibration Analyst is expected to have a basic knowledge of machine vibration, be capable of routine data collection and periodic monitoring, and be able to perform basic fault diagnosis and condition evaluation. III must be capable of carrying out fault diagnosis, condition evaluation, and acceptance testing, and be able to set up periodic monitoring programs and perform minor corrective actions. To be certified as a Category IV Vibration Analyst, an individual must be certified as a Category III Vibration Analyst and have basic knowledge in signal processing, rotor dynamics, vibration control, and dual channel analysis.

Certifying Organization
Vibration Institute
http://www.vi-institute.org/

Certified Vibration Analyst I Website

Fluid Power Pneumatic Technician

Certification Description
Fabricates, assembles, services, maintains and tests pneumatic equipment. Can calculate force and motion control systems and is able to follow blueprints and schematics with ISO standard pneumatic symbols.

Certifying Organization
International Fluid Power Society
http://www.IFPS.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Fluid Power Pneumatic Technician Website

Fluid Power Systems Designer

Certification Description
The Fluid Power Systems Designer is an expanded credential focusing on advanced, system level hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic controls expertise along with verifiable industry experience and is open to all qualifying individuals.

Certifying Organization
International Fluid Power Society
http://www.IFPS.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Fluid Power Systems Designer Website

Mechatronics: Fluid Power 1

Certification Description
This certificate covers the function, operation, and application of common components used in fluid power circuits and systems. It also assesses the understanding of how fluid power components and accessories are placed together to create circuits and systems for powering industrial machines.

Certifying Organization
Packaging Machinery Manufacturing Institute
https://www.pmmi.org/gateway

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Mechatronics: Fluid Power 1 Website

Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification Class II

Certification Description
Tearing down equipment, performing repairs, installing and reinstalling

Certifying Organization
Association of Boards of Certification
http://www.abccert.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification Class II Website

Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification Class III

Certification Description
Inspecting and managing Class I and II duties, and analyzing and performing predictive maintenance

Certifying Organization
Association of Boards of Certification
http://www.abccert.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification Class III Website

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