Irrigation Business Management, AAS

This technical degree prepares the student for immediate employment in the water management and irrigation service industry in both the rural and urban setting.

Degree Outcomes:

• Distinguish between types of irrigation equipment and their applications.
• Install properly designed lawn systems.
• Identify mechanical components of valves, center pivots and pumps.
• Generate IRRICAD and Eagle Point designs.
• Design basic drip systems.
• Analyze irrigation pumps and controls in relation to a complete irrigation system.
• Perform soil moisture measurements and water scheduling.
• Assess and design fish screens.
• Develop an understanding of water related cultural perspectives, views and opinions.
• Understand watershed processes and how they relate to the natural environment.
• Gain insight into western water law and policies which affect the use and non-use of water.
• Develop an awareness and understanding of fundamental elements of leadership, interpersonal communication, teamwork and collaborative problem solving.

Transferability: The AAS Degree is designed for students planning to enter their chosen career upon graduation. Often only selected credits are considered transferable to public or private baccalaureate institutions.