Precision and Predictive Maintenance

Explore the essentials of precision and predictive maintenance (PdM), including diagnostic technologies and their application in reducing unplanned downtime. Learn how precision maintenance techniques enhance equipment performance and extend asset lifespans. Through practical insights and expert guidance, participants will develop maintenance programs tailored to their facilities' needs for improved reliability and productivity.

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What You Will Learn:

Master the principles of precision and predictive maintenance (PdM) to optimize equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and cut maintenance costs. This course provides proven strategies and tools to help you improve product quality, anticipate equipment failures, and sustain long-term operational efficiency. Our expert instructor will help you understand which PdM diagnostic technologies are best for your plant.

Who Should Attend:

  • Maintenance professionals, including managers, supervisors, planners, and technicians focused on enhancing facility operations.
  • Engineers specializing in reliability and maintenance seeking to implement predictive and precision techniques.
  • Leaders and production managers responsible for optimizing maintenance strategies and equipment efficiency.
  • Other roles such as production supervisors, storeroom managers, operation coordinators, and materials management managers.

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Course Details: RA01068

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Course Outline

Introduction to Predictive Maintenance

Reactive Proactive Use of Predictive Tools

Introduction to the 5 Core Predictive Tools

Technologies in Predictive Maintenance

Understanding Failure Mechanisms and How They Apply To Predictive Maintenance

Implementing Predictive Maintenance

Understanding Precision Maintenance

Precision Tools and Techniques

Building a Precision Maintenance Program

Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Discuss Common Issues with Implementations

Program Director & Instructors

  • Brian Hronchek

    Principal Trainer and Consultant

    Brian Hronchek is a Purdue University Aerospace Engineering graduate and a retired Marine Corps Captain with extensive experience in training, operations, and leadership. He holds several professional certifications, including CMRP, REC from Clemson University, and ISO CAT II Vibration Analyst. Brian specializes in reliability engineering, maintenance planning, and business process development, focusing on mentoring and empowering individuals to build high-performing organizations. His career spans the oil and gas and steel industries, as well as predictive technology services, leading to his current role as a principal trainer and consultant. He actively shares his insights through LinkedIn articles, professional lectures, and mentoring Purdue students. Passionate about knowledge sharing, Brian believes that “wealth is created through the transfer of knowledge” and is dedicated to helping others grow.

  • Shon Isenhour

    Owner

    Shon Isenhour Is an engineering graduate of North Carolina State University and has become an expert in the implementation of holistic reliability solutions. He specializes in adult education, business process management, strategic planning, organizational change management, leadership, asset management, and reliability engineering.

  • Program Director

    Jon Wellik

Course Administration

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Payment Options

If you are planning to attend an Interdisciplinary Professional Programs course, payment is required at the time of registration. Below are the payment options:

Pay by Credit Card

Enroll online and pay by credit card.

  • Search for the course on the website and then click on the Enroll Now button from the course webpage.
  • Enter all necessary course attendee information and payment information on the course enrollment page.
  • You will receive an email to confirm successful enrollment and payment.

Enroll over the phone and pay by credit card.

  • Call CERC Registrations at 608-262-2451.
  • Provide the registrations representative with:
    • the course name, dates, and/or course number.
    • the necessary course attendee information and payment information.
  • You will receive either a mailed document or an email to confirm successful enrollment payment.

Pay by Check

Mail in a completed registration form and check payable to UW Madison.

  • Fill out a registration form (found either in the back of the course brochure you received in the mail or here).
  • Prepare a check, made payable to UW Madison.
  • Mail the registration form and check to: CERC Registrations 21 N Park St, Ste 7101 Madison, WI 53715
  • You will receive either a mailed document or an email to confirm successful enrollment and payment.

Pay by Purchase Order

Military

If using SF-182 form, please call our registration number at 608-262-2451 or email interpro@union.wisc.edu for details and instructions.

Event Cancellation

We reserve the right to cancel a course due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen events. If we cancel a course, participants will be notified via email or phone and will be given the option for a full refund or to transfer their registration and any fees paid to another course. We are not responsible for non-refundable plane tickets, hotel reservations, and other travel related expenses. For enrollee Course Cancellation, refer to notes on course page.

Course Notes

This course is part of the Maintenance and Reliability Management Certificate. Enhance your maintenance skills while earning a recognized credential.

"This course was very worthwhile–the instructor's depth of knowledge and communication skills were excellent."
—Nate Rife, P&H Mining Equipment

"This course will be very valuable in helping us set up our new maintenance program. Keep up the good work!"
—Stephen L. Gaston, Parsons Infrastructure

"Overall a very informative course. It made me think about actual predictive maintenance and also rethink our preventive maintenance philosophy."
—Joe Adam, Exide Technologies

Create a custom learning experience

We can deliver this course as an on-site learning experience tailored to your organization’s specific training needs.