Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Master Class

Learn to optimize CMMS for reliability, inventory, and asset performance. Includes tools for evaluation, selection, and rollout.

About the course

Unlock the full potential of your maintenance operations with expert-led CMMS training.

Modern maintenance demands more than tools—it requires systems. The CMMS Master Class is a comprehensive, expert-designed course led by renowned instructor Joel Levitt that teaches you how to select, implement, optimize, and fully leverage your Computerized Maintenance Management System.

Whether you're launching a new CMMS, reviving an underperforming system, or preparing to lead digital transformation in maintenance, this 10-module course gives you the knowledge and tools to make it happen.

You’ll receive three industry-leading books, 8 hours of instruction, downloadable templates, a structured CMMS self-assessment, and a step-by-step guide to building a complete CMMS binder—your blueprint for implementation success.

Who Should Enroll:

  • Maintenance managers, planners, and supervisors
  • Reliability and asset management professionals
  • IT professionals supporting CMMS systems
  • CMMS software vendors, consultants
  • Maintenance support roles (parts, procurement, engineering)

Course Outline – CMMS Master Class

Introduction to CMMS & Maintenance Management

  • Why organizations adopt CMMS
  • Maintenance management fundamentals
  • Workflow mapping for corrective and emergency work
  • History and evolution of CMMS

Work Orders – The Core of CMMS

  • Work order life cycle and transaction logic
  • Work requests, job safety, and CMMS data structure
  • Homework: Begin your CMMS system assessment

Planning & Scheduling with CMMS

  • Planning elements: parts, crafts, tools, PPE
  • Scheduling responsibilities and system setup
  • Integrating safety and permit systems

Parts, Stores & Inventory

  • Inventory optimization techniques
  • How CMMS handles parts, purchasing, and stock levels
  • Homework: Inventory and procurement system review

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

  • Evaluating existing PMs
  • Using CMMS for PdM integration and sensor data
  • Linking PM inspections to corrective action

Reporting, Metrics & Analytics

  • Using CMMS for data-driven decisions
  • Key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • AI, IIoT, and advanced analytics

CMMS Evaluation & Selection

  • System comparison models
  • Critical questions to ask vendors and IT
  • CMMS capability checklists

CMMS Marketplace Overview

  • Types of CMMS systems
  • Cloud vs. on-premise
  • Trends and emerging platforms

CMMS Implementation & Configuration

  • Hierarchies, master data, security, user access
  • Building the asset register and dropdown structures
  • Auditing your CMMS for quality data

Final Binder Assignment & Capstone

  • Assemble a complete CMMS binder for your site
  • Define scope, workload, reporting, and asset structure
  • Use the binder as an implementation plan or spec

Included Materials:

  • 3 books by Joel Levitt (PDF format)
  • Downloadable assignments, templates, and resources
  • Course slides
  • Certificate of completion

 

Syllabus

Joel Levitt

PRESIDENT, SPRINGFIELD RESOURCES

Joel Levitt is a renowned trainer in the maintenance industry, having trained over 20,000 professionals from 3,000 organizations across 42+ countries. Since 1980, he has led Springfield Resources, a management consulting firm specializing in maintenance solutions. With 35 years of experience in various maintenance roles, including process control, field service, and maritime operations, Levitt is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and the author of 10 books and numerous articles on maintenance management. He has also served on several boards and committees and is an active member of AFE.