For whom?

The Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (R&ME) program is for professionals responsible for improving asset performance and organizational results. It is relevant for roles in production, process technology, maintenance, and reliability — both for asset owners and service providers, including engineering, consultancy, and contracting organizations. Typical participants include process engineers, maintenance engineers, reliability engineers, and improvement professionals. and so on.

Learning approach
The program is designed to ensure maximum transfer of skills to your daily work:

1. Direct managers are present at both the first and last day, so they discover how to create the best conditions for maximum lasting return.
2. During the learning, under the guidance of the trainers, work is being done on own project(s), so that the trained methods and principles are applied directly. This way, not only is there practice on own issues but also at the same time we are working on improving Asset & Maintenance Management performance.
3. You practice facilitating (as part of the training) real issues from another participant’s organization, coached by and in presence of CoThink trainers, to build confidence — even in unfamiliar situations. This offers you a unique hands-on learning experience.

You receive a certificate based on demonstrated skills and commitment, awarded at bronze, silver, or gold level. After certification, you can join the active group of former participants (alumni R&ME).

Results

• You can lead structured and systematic improvement projects.
• You solve a complex problem during the course of the learning.
• You bring up relevant information about an issue.
• You provide optimal support to expert teams.
• Questions skills that help you analyze problems and find creative solutions.
• Trust your methodical and analytical skills.

Reliability & Maintenance Engineering – Learning Content

Structure of the Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (R&ME) Program
The R&ME program consists of 8 practice-focused modules, delivered over 13 training days, spread out over time (see the program and planning details). You will receive individual guidance throughout the program and online coaching. The program combines theory with practical assignments and is structured as follows:
Program Structure & Modules


Introduction to R&ME & focus methods

Problem solving & Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Facilitator skills & personal effectiveness

Lean Maintenance

Applied data analysis (RCA & Predictive Maintenance)

ABC Analysis, Quick FMECA & RCM

Maintenance strategies & spare parts management

Implementing the R&ME function
Module 1 – Introduction to and orientation on the role of Reliability & Maintenance Engineering, including methods to determine R&ME focus
Module 2 – Skills for problem solving using Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and for preventing problems by developing recommendations and selecting effective measures
Module 3 – Facilitator skills and the development of personal effectiveness
Module 4 – Skills for Lean Maintenance
Module 5 – Applied data analysis for RCA and Predictive Maintenance
Module 6 – Skills for ABC Analysis, Quick FMECA, and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM)
Module 7 – Maintenance strategies, spare parts management, and operationalizing maintenance concepts
Module 8 – Effective implementation of the R&ME function

Certification & community
You complete the program by presenting your personal development and implementation plan to your managers. Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate as proof of competence and are warmly welcomed into our facilitator network: The FIRM.

Become an expert in Reliability & Maintenance Engineering

Do you also want to become a goal-oriented and decisive improver for your company? Then follow our Reliability & Maintenance Engineering learning. Reserve your preferred date. Or opt for an in-company training. We then tailor the training to your organization and your situation.

Why CoThink

• More direction, more structure, more results
• Learn from highly experienced RCA facilitators
• Proven method, immediately applicable
• ROI: problems are solved structurally during the course

Training overview