203-06 - Troubleshooting Bearing Failures

203-06 - Troubleshooting Bearing Failures

Learning objectives

  • Identify symptoms of failing bearings
  • Discuss bearing failure due to: normal fatigue (spalling), overheating, lubricant, corrosion, brinelling and false brinelling, equipment misalignment, fretting, electrical arcing, and thrust forces
  • Identify common questions asked when troubleshooting bearing failures related to the following categories: lubrication, rotating race, fixed race, rolling element cage or retainer, rotating elements

Course overview

The Troubleshooting Bearing Failures training course identifies symptoms indicating failing bearings. It explains how to troubleshoot bearing failure and prevent a recurrence. Troubleshooting Bearing Failures is part of the Bearing Maintenance training series.

The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.


  • 40 minutes
  • Format: Online Interactive
  • Tier: 3
  • Course ID: 5743
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