Why Study this Irrigation Crops Course?
Are you interested in being an expert in irrigating crops? Do you want to understand the different processes and systems used in irrigation? Then this online irrigation crops course may just be the one you are looking for!
This course will teach you all you need to start your path of being an expert in irrigating crops. Such as the characteristics of soil and the possible problems within it, the way to estimate the requirements of soils and plants, the equipment used, the different types of irrigation systems, how to select the suitable system for the plant that is grown, and the design and principles involved in an irrigation system.
CROP IRRIGATION Course Online
STUDY THE DESIGN AND MAINTENANCE OF CROP IRRIGATION SYSTEMS
This course focuses on irrigation systems for row crops (eg. vegetables & cut flowers) and orchards.
- Learn to design, install, maintain, operate and evaluate simple irrigation systems.
- Benefit from understanding more about irrigation and crops.
- Study in your own time at your own pace.
- Study with highly experienced and qualified tutors
Course Outline
There are 9 lessons in this course:
1. Introduction
- The Role of Irrigation
- Sources of Water
2. Soil Characteristics And Problems
- Soil Structure and Irrigation
- Soil Chemical and Physical Properties
3. Estimating Plant And Soil Requirements
4. Drainage
- Waste Water Treatment Using Reed Beds
5. Types Of Irrigation Systems Hydraulics
6. Pumps And Filters
7. Selecting The Right System For The Plant
- Flood Irrigation
- Sprinkler Irrigation
- Trickle Irrigation
- Irrigation of Vines
- Efficient Orchard Irrigation
8. Trickle Irrigation
9. Design And Operation Of Systems
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- Experienced Tutor support
- Certificate sent to you
- Online study (Printed notes available)
- Self paced - no set timetable
- 12 months to complete course
From: $35.00 / week for 19 weeks