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.
ET Manager Installation and Programming
ET Manager hands-on training provides the basics of weather smart irrigation control. Participants will learn how the ET Manager works to truly automate irrigation using real-time weather data. You will also be introduced to software that simplifies irrigation scheduling and software that makes setting up and installing an ET Manager quick and easy.
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
Low Volume Irrigation Design
In this course, attendees will go through the 5 step drip design process. The steps include gathering site data, calculating the plant water requirement, choosing emission device(s), calculating application rate & run time and preparing a system layout. It is important that students have a strong working knowledge of low volume products and their uses before taking this class. It is recommended that they take Drip Installation & Maintenance before taking the Landscape Drip Design class. Prerequisite Drip Installation & Maintenance or five years of working with drip/low volume products.
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.