Oil Monitoring Analyst - I (OMA-I)
Credential: Oil Monitoring Analyst - I (OMA-I)
Credentialing Agency: Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE)
Renewal Period: 3 years
Oil Monitoring Analyst (OMA) is an entry-level certification. The OMA certification is designed for an individual who conducts first echelon oil monitoring and analysis, as it applies to lubrication analysis and machine condition monitoring. This certification is for individuals who have the responsibility of oil sampling, ensuring the correct tests get performed, reviewing basic oil analysis reports, and recommending first echelon maintenance actions. These individuals are normally shop or plant personnel who are required to oversee the oil analysis program on a daily basis. Generally, this applies to individuals such as mechanics, engineers, operators, tradesmen, chemical managers, or on-site laboratory personnel. Candidates must have 16 hours of training in oil analysis related courses, one year active employment utilizing oil analysis in the field of lubrication, and pass the OMA exam in the allotted time frame.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Oil Monitoring Analyst - I (OMA-I)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 1 year
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE)
840 Busse Highway
Park Ridge, IL 60068-2376
Phone: (847) 825-5536
Fax: (847) 825-1456
Email: information@stle.org
Training and/or Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- 16 hours of training in oil analysis related courses (can include company training courses)
- One year active employment utilizing oil analysis in the field of lubrication.
Written Exam
- Sampling
- Application/Test Method
- Interpretation of Data
- Troubleshooting
- Lube Fundamentals
Exam Preparation Resources
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RECERTIFICATION
Oil Monitoring Analyst - I (OMA-I)
Renewal Period: 3 years