Module (01) Fundamentals and Principles

• 1.1 Definition of zero leakage
• 1.2 Mechanics of sealing
• 1.3 Purpose of sealing
• 1.4 Basic regarding speed and pressure
• 1.5 Basic seal requirements & Seal friction
• 1.6 Wear, seal life and Texture
• 1.7 Seal balance criterion – balance ratio, pressure distribution
• 1.8 Seal applications
• 1.9 Operating capabilities, advantages and limitations 

Module (02) Seal Design and Classification

• 2.1 Identify seal components and their function
• 2.2 Primary sealing components – seal head, seal seat, springs for space loading, metal bellows
• 2.3 Secondary sealing components – elastomeric O-rings, V-rings, U-cup rings, wedge rings
• 2.4 Inside and outside seals
• 2.5 General arrangement modes
• 2.6 Single: cartridge, component, split, stationary
• 2.7 Duplex: tandem back to back
• 2.8 Static and dynamic seals
• 2.9 Rotating and stationary seal heads
• 2.10 Sealing face conditions
• 2.11 Seal pre-loading ¬¬¬¬¬¬

Module (03) Special Seal Types

• 3.1 Bellows
• 3.2 Bushing, labyrinth, diaphragm
• 3.3 Gas, motion, slurry
• 3.4 Carbon seals
• 3.5 Liquid ring and liquid barrier seals
• 3.6 Inflatable, ferrofluidic
• 3.7 Positive action type
• 3.8 Self-adhesive compression seals 

Module (04) Materials of Seal Construction

• 4.1 General considerations
• 4.2 Properties of elastomers
• 4.3 Plastic polymers
• 4.4 Cemented carbides
• 4.5 Miscellaneous sealing materials
• 4.6 Material compatibility

Module (05) Seals for Specific/ Special Applications

• 5.1 Hydraulic & Pneumatic
• 5.2 High temperature
• 5.3 Large diameter 

Module (06) Environmental Considerations and Control

• 6.1 Abrasives, heat, dry operation
• 6.2 Flushing, recirculation, quenching
• 6.3 Convection, cooling and jacketing
• 6.4 Buffer and barrier fluid
• 6.5 Dead end lubrication, grease packing, circulating face lubrication
• 6.6 API 610 environmental control schemes

Module (07) Auxiliary Equipment

• 7.1 Cyclone separators
• 7.2 Pressurization units
• 7.3 Air-coolers and heat exchangers
• 7.4 Rotameters and flow controllers
• 7.5 Leakage detectors
• 7.6 Filters and strainers

Module (08) Seal Handling and Installation

• 8.1 General considerations
• 8.2 Seat squareness

Module (09) Seal Failures

• 9.1 Factors influencing seal life
• 9.2 Factors affecting seal performance
• 9.3 Seal malfunction and probable causes
• 9.4 Friction and wear
• 9.5 Adhesion, abrasion
• 9.6 Corrosion and surface fatigue 

Module (10) Troubleshooting Failed Seals

• 10.1 At the pumping site
• 10.2 At the equipment tear down
• 10.3 Discoloration, chipping, cracking, rubbing, elastomer swelling, sickness, hardness

Module (11) Maximize Mechanical Seal Life

• 11.1 Preparing the pump – mechanically, hydraulically
• 11.2 Controlling temperature in the stuffing box
• 11.3 Controlling pressure in the stuffing box
• 11.4 What seal to choose? What face combination and elastomeric?