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LOCATION:
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Seattle, WA Monday, November, 16 2009 - Friday, November, 20 2009
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SeaTac Community Center
13735 24th Ave. South
SeaTac WA 98168
1-800-498-1942
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Below is a list of all the classes being held at this location. Each class will be held at the time indicated and on the day marked with an [X]. Classes are scheduled for 4 hours; 8 hours; 12 hours or 16 hour (2 day) increments. Classes with multiple days marked with an [X] indicate a multiple day commitment. The alpha letter after the class code signifies that the same class is being held on different days. (Example: Class 300A-Introduction to Irrigation is the same class as 300B-Introduction to Irrigation.)
To find out more about each class, use your mouse and point to the class title. A class description will appear with information about the class. Should you have additional questions, please contact us by calling 1-800-498-1942 or send an email to trainingservices@rainbird.com
To register, please select the class or classes that you wish to attend by clicking into the box to the left of the class title and clicking the Continue button at the bottom of the page.
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Title
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Time
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Mon 11/16
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Tue 11/17
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Wed 11/18
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Thu 11/19
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Fri 11/20
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Fee
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Introduction to Irrigation & Installation
So you’re new to the irrigation industry or you have never had an opportunity to get your hands on any product, now is your chance. In this introductory course you will learn the basics of irrigation installation. Topics that will be covered: introduction to irrigation, product identification and terminology, basic design procedures, techniques in installation and set-up, troubleshooting and maintenance of newly installed systems.
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300A -Introduction to Irrigation & Installation
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8:00 A - 5:00 P
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X
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$299
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Irrigation Auditor Course
Learn how to perform field tests on irrigation systems to determine efficiency, as well as how to combine plant water use, soils and local weather data to calculate accurate water schedules for irrigation systems. Deals directly with the issue of wise water management. This class is designed to prepare students for the Irrigation Association’s Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) exam. Exam registration is NOT included with class registration. To apply for the exam, please visit the Certification section of the IA website.
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NA
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1007 -Irrigation Auditor Course - 2 day class
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8:00 A - 5:00 P
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X
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X
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$425
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Irrigation Technician's Course
This intensive two-day course takes you through the important topics related to the repair and maintenance of efficient irrigation systems. This class is ideal for irrigation service technicians, irrigation system managers, distributor personnel or other irrigation professionals that want a better understanding of the set-up and maintenance of efficient, effective irrigation systems. Day One Gives you the big picture of irrigation systems. Hydraulics, flow limitations, components, and basic scheduling are the major subjects covered. Special attention is given to the effective use of water in the landscape. Day Two Devoted to irrigation system troubleshooting. Different problem scenarios are covered from symptoms and possible causes to investigation and ultimately, resolution. Controller programming, electrical troubleshooting, valve and head troubleshooting are a few of the topics examined in great detail.
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197A -Irrigation Technician's Course - 2 day class
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8:00 A - 5:00 P
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X
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X
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$599
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Landscape Irrigation Design
The key to the popularity of this course is its “practice what you learn” approach. Throughout the day, there are opportunities to perform practical exercises in residential design. Gain and reinforce the following concepts: • Hydraulics • Determining irrigation requirements • Sizing pipes/valves • Site location of controllers • Selecting sprinklers and spacing ranges • Proper layout of valves • Calculating system pressure requirements • Preparing a final irrigation plan. Introduction to Irrigation and Installation and/or Irrigation Technician’s course are recommended prerequisites.
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201A -Landscape Irrigation Design
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8:00 A - 5:00 P
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X
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$315
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Low Volume Installation and Maintenance
This course is designed for any irrigation professional ready to learn about the basics and beyond of drip irrigation. Examine the best use of the wide range of drip components. Follow the expert tips on basic scheduling and installation techniques in this hands-on class designed to eliminate common mistakes. Learn better ways to manage, maintain and troubleshoot low volume irrigation systems. Use our experience to create highly efficient irrigation systems. Earn one continuing education unit (CEU) for each hour of class
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3204 -Low Volume Installation and Maintenance
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8:00 A - 5:00 P
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X
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$299
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Topics in Advanced Design
This advanced irrigation design class focuses on the more challenging topics of irrigation design projects. Individual exercises cover advanced head placement including irregular areas and special plantings. Advanced pipe sizing and working with looped main lines are also covered. This is an advanced course that requires a strong working knowledge of hydraulics and the design process. Prerequisite: Landscape Irrigation Design Course or five years of field design experience.
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301 -Topics in Advanced Design
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8:00 A - 5:00 P
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X
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$335
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ESP-SMT Smart Modular Control System
CLASS DESCRIPTION COMING SOON
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3280 -ESP-SMT Smart Modular Control System
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8:00 A - 12:00 P
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X
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$149
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