Commercial & Residential Irrigation Certificate

Certificate Outcomes:

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