Introduction to Irrigation and Installation
So, you’re new to the irrigation industry or you have never had an opportunity
to get your hands on any product, now is your chance. In this introductory course
you will learn the basics of irrigation installation. Topics that will be covered:
Introduction to irrigation, product identification and terminology, basic design
procedures, techniques in installation and set-up, troubleshooting and maintenance
of newly installed systems.
Irrigation Design Prerequisite: possess a working knowledge of basic hydraulics.
The key to the popularity of this course
is its “practice
what you learn” approach. Throughout the day, there
are opportunities to perform practical exercises in residential
design. Gain and reinforce the following concepts:
Hydraulics
Determining irrigation requirements
Sizing pipes/valves
Site location of controllers
Selecting sprinklers and spacing
ranges
Proper layout of
valves
Calculating system pressure requirements
Preparing a final
irrigation plan.
Irrigation
Training Camp (ITC) Electrical Troubleshooting
Even the most challenging electrical problems won’t hold you back after
this! You’ll learn the best methods for efficiently testing and isolating
wire faults, bad solenoids and controller problems using a multimeter. Learn
tips on time-saving field troubleshooting techniques and procedures.
Controller Programming and Troubleshooting
Discover everything you need to know about the basics of
solid-state controllers in this introductory session. Understand
the basic concepts of effective and efficient irrigation
programming. You’ll learn how to efficiently locate,
troubleshoot and repair problems.
Surge Protection & Grounding
You will be shown how effective surge protection tied into
a proper grounding system can reduce the potential of costly
damage to your electrical system. Learn the techniques
used to achieve effective grounding.
Wire Tracing
With the right tools and a little experience, troubleshooting
electrical problems in today’s automatic irrigation
systems does not have to be a frustrating or time-consuming
challenge. Successful troubleshooting begins by knowing
what tools are available and how to most effectively use
them to locate components and potential problems.
Spray Head, Rotor and Valve Troubleshooting
This practical, hands-on class is a must for maximizing the
day-to-day efficiency and long-term reliability of your
customers’
systems. You’ll learn the most effective ways to troubleshoot
spray heads, rotors and impacts and perform a thorough examination
of valve operations. You will be given insights from leading
experts on how to identify and overcome existing and potential
problems to ensure peak performance. By understanding the
available features, you will gain confidence that you are
selecting the best components for the right situations.
Basic Hydraulics and Design Principles
Make sure each irrigation system you design is technically
accurate and professionally planned to deliver peak performance.
In this half-day course, professionals walk you through
the entire irrigation system design process, from basic
hydraulics to calculating system requirements. You’ll
learn inside tips on sprinkler layout, calculating precipitation
rates and irrigation scheduling. Practical advice will
help you select the best products.
Certification Quizzes Mandatory for ASC Basic Certification
Put your knowledge to the test! These comprehensive, open-book
quizzes ensure those who receive ASC certification from Rain
Bird have the education and technical experience to provide
exceptional irrigation systems support.
