Oil Analysis Level 2 (Practical Oil Analysis) is designed to help you prepare for the following ICML certification exam:
- Level 2 Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA2)
Oil Analysis Level 3 (Advanced Oil Analysis) is designed to help you prepare for the following ICML certification exam:
- Level 3 Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA3)
You can find out more about these ICML exams at the ICML web site: www.LubeCouncil.org
Certification is an important part of the training process because it confirms you possess the skills to do the job. Combining training with certification creates a knowledgeable and valuable employee.
The International Council for Machinery Lubrication (ICML) is a vendor neutral, not-for-profit organisation founded to facilitate growth and development of machine lubrication. Among its various activities, ICML offers skill certification testing for individuals in the fields of machine condition monitoring, lubrication and oil analysis.
You can find out more about these ICML exams at the ICML web site
Level II Machine Lubricant Analyst Certification Requirements
To become certified, an individual must meet the following requirements:
Experience
You must have 24 months experience in the field of lubricant-analysis-based machinery condition monitoring. The months of experience are based on 16 hours minimum per month of sampling and analysis experience.
Hold Level I Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA) certification OR have a minimum of 960 hours experience and the knowledge base of the MLA I body of knowledge.
Training
You must have received 24 hours of documented formal training in oil analysis for machine condition monitoring as outlined in the Body of Knowledge of the MLA II.
Examination
You must successfully pass a written, 100 question multiple choice examination that evaluates your knowledge of the topic. You have three hours to complete the closed-book examination. A score of 70% is required to pass the examination and achieve certification. In Australia, the exam is conducted in the English language. Contact ICML about the availability of the exam in other languages.
Level III Machine Lubricant Analyst Certification Requirements
To become certified, an individual must meet the following requirements:
Experience
You must have 36 months experience in the field of lubricant-analysis-based machinery condition monitoring. The months of experience are based on 16 hours minimum per month of sampling and analysis experience.
Hold Level II Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA) certification.
Training
You must have received 32 hours of documented formal training in oil analysis for machine condition monitoring as outlined in the Body of Knowledge of the MLA III.
Examination
You must successfully pass a written, 100 question multiple choice examination that tests your mastery of the body of knowledge. You have three hours to complete the closed-book examination. A score of 70% is required to pass the examination and achieve certification. In Australia, the exam is conducted in the English language only. Contact ICML about the availability of the exam in other languages.
