Irrigation Training
Providing landscapers with the skills to install and maintain irrigation systems.
Aim of the Course
To ensure the professional landscaper is fully equipped to specify and install the most suitable irrigation system for their client’s needs; designed to run as a three day course, each day includes a mix of theory and hands-on practical sessions, including designing systems from scratch and assembly of critical components.
The training courses will be held in Milton Keynes. The cost includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day, a folder containing the course notes and additional useful information. All course attendees will receive a CPD certificate for attendance and those successfully completing the whole course will be issued with the Access Irrigation Certificate of Irrigation Competence.
Day One
- Irrigation Theory
- Pipes and Fittings
- Measuring Pressure and Flow
- Planted Border Watering
- Vegetable Plot Watering
- Basket, Pot and Planter Watering
- Day summary and questions
Day Two
- Complying with Water Regulations
- Using Alternative Water Sources
- Climate Change – Threat or Opportunity?
- Lawn Watering
- Temporary Watering Solutions
- Sports Ground Watering
- Irrigation in a box – Kit Solutions
- Day summary and questions
Day Three
- Pumps – theory, types and applications
- Solenoid valves – function and operation
- Manifolds – wall mounted and underground type
- Controllers – battery powered, simple tap type
- Controllers – battery powered, multi-valve type
- Controllers – mains powered.
- Sensors – function and operation
- Pressure booster sets – function and operation
- Irrigation maintenance, servicing and troubleshooting
- Course summary and questions
Course Details
The cost of the course is £399 + VAT for the 3 days. Price includes lunch and refreshments. The course will include a CPD certificate.
The next course is 8th – 10th of November 2022.