1. Introduction to Maintenance & Reliability Engineering

• Definition and objectives of maintenance and reliability

• Importance of maintenance in safe and efficient oil & gas operations

• Relationship between maintenance, reliability, and asset integrity

2. Maintenance Philosophies and Approaches

• Reactive (breakdown) maintenance

• Preventive maintenance

• Predictive and condition-based maintenance (CBM)

• Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles

3. Reliability Engineering Fundamentals

• Key reliability terms: MTBF, MTTR, availability, and failure rate

• Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA)

• Reliability block diagrams and system modeling

4. Maintenance Strategy Development

• Aligning maintenance strategy with business and operational goals

• Identifying critical equipment and systems

• Cost-benefit analysis of maintenance activities

5. Condition Monitoring Techniques

• Vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and ultrasonic testing

• Remote monitoring and online diagnostics

• Data interpretation and trend analysis

6. Reliability Data Analysis and Performance Metrics

• Collecting and analyzing maintenance data

• Using key performance indicators (KPIs) for reliability improvement

• Benchmarking and continuous improvement

7. Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)

• Methods: 5 Whys, fishbone diagram, fault tree analysis

• Case examples of failure investigations

• Implementing corrective and preventive actions

8. Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

• Role of CMMS in planning, scheduling, and tracking maintenance

• Integrating CMMS with asset management systems

• Reporting, analytics, and optimization

9. Spare Parts and Inventory Management

• Importance of spare parts planning in maintenance reliability

• Critical spares identification and inventory control

• Supply chain integration with maintenance systems

10. Human Factors in Maintenance & Reliability

• Operator-driven reliability (ODR)

• Training and competency development

• Promoting reliability culture and teamwork

11. Safety and Environmental Considerations

• Maintenance-related HSE risks and controls

• Permit-to-work systems and isolation procedures

• Ensuring compliance during maintenance operations

12. Module Summary and Practical Workshop

• Recap of maintenance and reliability best practices

• Case study: improving reliability in a production facility

• Group exercise and feedback