Vibration Analysis Overview (VAO)

 

An Informational Vibration Analysis Overview for Non-Practitioners” has been provided for individuals that require some understanding of vibration analysis as it relates to their daily work lives. This will assist management, sales, engineering and purchasing in their communication with vibration analysts regarding machine and plant reliability. It will add everyday practical knowledge to their skill sets and improve interaction with vibration teams; on their plant site, at customer plant sites or remotely through electronic based communication. All registered attendees will receive a course training manual and electronic certificate of course completion.

The VAO training is a one-day classroom course beginning at 8:00 A.M. and concluding at 5:00 P.M. 

VAO Course Content Includes Training and Workshop Topics:

  1. Vibration; Harmonic, Periodic, Random, Pulsating and Impulsive
  2. Measures & Units; Acceleration, Velocity, Displacement, Peak - Peak, Peak and RMS
  3. Sensors; Accelerometer, Velocity Sensor, Proximity Probe and Triggers
  4. Data Displays; Spectrum (FFT), Time Waveform, A/D Conversion, Windows and Anti-Alias Filters
  5. Basic Fault Analysis; Unbalance, Misalignment, Looseness, Gear Mesh, Blade & Vane Pass, Rolling Element Bearing, Electric Motors, Beats, Impact Testing and Resonance
  6. Condition Monitoring; Vibration Data Collectors, Condition Monitoring Systems, Route Based Measurements, Interval of Data Collection, Screening and Trending,
  7. Vibration Severity; Machine Vibration and Shaft Vibration

Instructor: Keith Chesser

 

Location:

Niagara Falls Convention Center

101 Old Falls Street

Niagara Falls, NY 14303

Room Block at our Special Rate of $139/Night at Sheraton Niagara Falls (directly across the street from the convention center)

Course Agenda:

Monday: 8:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M.

 

Registration Fee:

Member: $500.00

Non-Member: $600.00

Includes Course Materials, Breakfast, Lunch, and Breaks

To join as a member, and receive a discount, and a year of benefits, click HERE

Cancellation Fees: The cancellation of and transfer to a training course and certification exam will be honored, provided that written notification is received by the Institute office via e-mail or mail no later than ten (10) business days before the first day of the scheduled course.

Our cancellation fees are as follows:

Transfer to another training course (and certification exam, if applicable): $0

Cancellation without transfer to another course (and certification exam, if applicable) 10 or more days before first date of course: 10% of course (and exam, if applicable) cost.

Cancellation less than 10 days of first date of course (and certification exam, if applicable): $500 20% of course (and exam, if applicable) cost.

Absentees for the course will not receive a refund.  This cancellation policy supersedes all prior published information.  We appreciate that this is an important investment for you and your company and would like to accommodate your needs the best we can. If you have a concern, please call our office at 1-630-654-2254

 

Photography and Video Policy: 

By participating in the Vibration Institute events, we (VI) reserve the right to use any photograph/video taken for any of our in-person events or marketing platforms. This is not limited to but includes: promotional materials, website, social media, etc. 

 

Vibration Analysis Overview - Niagara Falls, NY

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  • October 13, 2025
  • 101 Old Falls Street
    Niagara Falls, New York
    United States
    14303