Global Learning for Operational Leaders
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14 sessions
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Introduction
Course overview
Diesel generators provide standby and prime power for hospitals, data centres, remote sites and industry. They must start and run reliably when needed.
This Aractech course covers generator set components, engine systems, alternators, controls and synchronisation, fuel systems and fuel quality, load testing, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and emissions. Participants develop maintenance and testing programmes.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Describe generator set components and operation
- Understand engine, fuel and cooling systems
- Explain alternators, controls and synchronisation
- Plan load testing and preventive maintenance
- Troubleshoot common generator problems
- Manage fuel quality and emissions
Who should attend
Target audience
- Generator technicians
- Electrical and mechanical maintenance staff
- Facilities engineers
- Data centre and hospital engineers
- Remote site technicians
- Maintenance supervisors
Methodology
Learning approach
- Technical presentations
- Maintenance planning exercises
- Troubleshooting cases
- Group discussions
- Demonstrations
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Generator Sets
- Applications
- Components
- Ratings
- Coffee break
- Ratings (continued)
- Standards
- Exercise: Generator review
Day 2
Engine Systems
- Engine operation
- Fuel systems
- Cooling
- Coffee break
- Cooling (continued)
- Lubrication
- Air intake and exhaust
Day 3
Alternators and Controls
- Alternators
- Voltage regulation
- Controls
- Coffee break
- Controls (continued)
- Synchronisation
- Transfer switches
Day 4
Testing and Maintenance
- Load bank testing
- Preventive maintenance
- Fuel quality
- Coffee break
- Fuel quality (continued)
- Records
- Workshop: Maintenance plan
Day 5
Troubleshooting
- Starting failures
- Performance problems
- Electrical faults
- Coffee break
- Electrical faults (continued)
- Emissions
- Capstone: Troubleshooting cases
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Diesel Generators Operation and Maintenance (ME-020) cover?
This course covers Maintenance and Engineering through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 2 - 6 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Generator technicians, Electrical and mechanical maintenance staff, Facilities engineers
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Paris, Frankfurt, Dubai, Amsterdam, Geneva, Istanbul, Vienna, Barcelona, Cape Town.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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