2013 Houston Course Schedule

UNITED STATES
TOP DRIVE SYSTEM - PS SERIES OPERATIONS
AND MAINTENANCE COURSE

TOP DRIVE SYSTEM - TDX-1000 MECHANICAL

MAINTENANCE COURSE

AUDIENCE
All rig personnel responsible for the operation,
maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting of all
NOV (National) PS series top drives

AUDIENCE
This course is designed for personnel that maintain and
troubleshoot the TDX-1000 Top Drive System

DURATION / COST
4 days - $2,850

DURATION / COST
5 Days - $3,350

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Identify basic functions and major components of

the top drive

Explain the operation, maintenance and

troubleshooting of the top drive

Successfully teardown, inspect, and rebuild an air

swivel ring, a conventional and mechanical seal
wash pipe, and a Maximator and Teledyne pump

Practice safety while working on and around top

drives

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Obtain general knowledge about the equipments

purpose, construction and manner of operation.

Understand how to ensure safe and efficient

operations of the equipment.

Perform inspections, troubleshooting, maintenance

and repairs as described in the users manual.

Obtain a general understanding of equipment fluid

power systems and troubleshooting.

Perform practical activities to reinforce their

theoretical knowledge.

Explain the use of the machines lubrication chart

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will cover proper maintenance, lubrication,
NDT inspections, and troubleshooting procedures.
Students will also be shown the results of improper
maintenance actions. Both mechanical and electrical
top drive systems are covered. The course incorporates
a section for hands -on breakdown and rebuild of
several of the core subassemblies.
COURSE CONTENT

Introduction

History and advantages

Operation and maintenance

Repair and rebuild subassemblies

PREREQUISITE
None

COURSE DESCRIPTION
The student will learn operations and functional design
of the AC TDX-1250 Top Drive, lubrication,
maintenance, adjustment and troubleshooting
techniques. The course will cover the systems specific
ISO hydraulic symbols. Basic troubleshooting is
discussed in this course.
COURSE CONTENT

Introduction

Equipment Data and Technical Description

Equipment Operations

General Maintenance

Fluid Power

Troubleshooting

Hands-On Training
PREREQUISITE
None

OFFERINGS
January 28 January 31
February 25 February 28
May 20 May 23
September 23 - September 26
November 11 - November 14
This course can also be taught from the mobile
classroom or at the customers facility upon request.

2013 Houston Course Catalog - United States - Release 3 10Jan2013

OFFERINGS
This course is available upon request.
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