AT21-399 Webinar Drip Irrigation Online Course

Webinar Title: Drip Irrigation Online Course

AT-VMS: AT: Hill Country Chapter Webinars (Enter AT#, Class Title as posted, and Presenter)

Comments: AT21-399 Webinar Drip Irrigation Online Course, Presenter: Charles Swanson (AT=8h)

Webinar Date: 7/14/2021
Webinar Time: 8:30a-5:00p

Event Summary:
This course provides an overview of drip irrigation systems design and management.

Event Description:
This course provides an overview of drip irrigation systems design and management as well as a review of hydraulics of irrigation systems. Instruction is provided on the types of drip products available and how to evaluate their performance characteristics and quality. Topics include the advantages and disadvantages of drip irrigation in landscape applications and product selection. Instruction is provided on design and management considerations for different plant materials and soils, as well as filtration and clogging control. Instruction is also provided on how to determine proper spacing of drip tubing and tapes and how to select system components based on manufacturers product specifications.

Technical Requirements for Online Course
This course will be conducted live using ZOOM in the same format as typical classroom instruction. Students will be required to be present for the entire course and participate in worksheets and polls to receive CEU credit for the training. Each student will be required to sign into the course on their own device (no shared enrollment).

For adequate delivery and participation in the class an internet upload/download speed of at least 2 Mbps is recommended. A simple way to test your internet speed is by your ability to stream online videos (such as through Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, YouTube, etc.). If you can stream a video uninterrupted then your internet should be sufficient. A call in number will also be provided for computer systems that do not have sufficient audio capabilities. Students should have a webcam for participation in the course.

Cost:$165.00

Register @: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/registerForEvent/3392

Presenter:
Charles Swanson

Contact Information:
979-845-5614
clswanson@tamu.edu

Organization Website:
https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/productListingDetails/3392

Sponsoring Organization:
AgriLife