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FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT VHT202

Duration (approx) 1000 hours
Qualification
Foundation Diploma

Irrigation Management Course

Dive deeper into the study of management projects and irrigation systems!

  • Go beyond studies in irrigation and add water conservation, operations and project management to your skill set.
  • Study to further your career prospects as an employee, consultant or business owner.
  • Learn from experts - our tutors!

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT VHT202
 CLIMATE SCIENCE II - Weather Prediction BSC309
 INDUSTRY PROJECT BIP000
 IRRIGATION (AGRICULTURAL) BAG213
 IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT (AGRICULTURAL) BAG303
 PLUMBING FUNDAMENTALS BSS105
 PROJECT MANAGEMENT BBS201
 WATER CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT BEN302
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 3 of the following 8 modules.
 AQUAPONICS BHT319
 CLIMATE SCIENCE BSC208
 ENGINEERING APPLICATIONS (ENGINEERING II) BSC205
 GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT BHT257
 RESEARCH PROJECT I BGN102
 SOIL AND WATER CHEMISTRY
 SOIL MANAGEMENT (AGRICULTURE) BAG103
 WORKSHOP I BGN103

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Become an expert in irrigation systems and management.

Fulfil your ambitions, progress you career or hone your skills!

Study the Foundation Diploma in Irrigation Management to understand the use of irrigation in different industries.

  • Understand the management of irrigation systems.
  • Learn about water conservation and management.
  • Learn about the management of operations and projects.

 

Course Duration: 1000 hours of self-paced study.

 

HOW THE COURSE WORKS

There is an assignment at the end of each lesson. So, if there are ten lessons in a course, there will be ten assignments.

At the end of each module, there is also an examination which you can take at a time and location to suit you.

To pass the course you are required to pass all assignments and exams.

Each of the modules mentioned can also be studied as a standalone course if you prefer.

 

WHY DO THIS COURSE?

  • Learn extensively about the use of irrigation and irrigation systems in different applications and industries - a broad understanding provides a depth of knowledge that will better help in managing systems and resolving issues.
  • Suitable for those looking to work on irrigation systems in a variety of applications - including golf courses, professionally maintained gardens, nurseries, or agriculture.

 

Why Study with ACS?

 Design your own learning pathway.

Study at your own pace, from anywhere, at any time. 

Receive prompt, expert support from our team of committed and friendly tutors.

Your learning is our priority. We are flexible and adaptable to meet your educational needs!


 

Enrolling is easy - just go to the top of this page and select your study method and payment option.

If you have any questions about studying with ACS, or want to know more about any of our courses, get in touch with our specialist tutors today.

They will be happy to answer your questions and look at different study options to fit in with your goals.

 

 
Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

John Mason (Horticulturist)Horticulturist, Nurseryman, Landscaper, Garden Writer, Parks Manager and Consultant. Over 45 years experience; working in Australia and the UK. He is one of the most widely published garden writers in the world; author of more than 100 books and editor for 4 different gardening magazines. John has been recognised by his peers being made a fellow of the Institute of Horticulture in the UK, as well as by the Australian Institute of Horticulture.
Dr. Gareth PearceGraduated from the University of Nottingham in 1982 with a B.Sc.(Hons) in Animal Science. Between 82 and 85 worked as Research Assistant and Demonstator in Animal Science at the University of Leeds. Over more than 30 years he has furthered his studies, obtaining eight significant university qualifications including degrees in Veterinary Science, Wildlife Conservation and Animal Behaviour. Gareth has significant teaching experience around the world as a faculty member at eight different universities including Associate Professor at Murdoch University and Director of Studies in Veterinary Science at Cambridge University. He has over 100 prestigious research papers published, and enjoys an outstanding international reputation in the fields of animal and veterinary science.
Diana Cole (Horticulturist)Horticulturist, Permaculturist, Landscaper, Environmentalist. Holds a Diploma in Horticulture, degree in geography, permaculture certificate and various other qualifications. Between 1985 and 94, Diana was a task leader with the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers. Since 2001 she has been chairperson of the Friends of Mellor Park (with Stockport MDC). From 2005 she has worked exclusively in horticulture as proprietor of her own garden design and consultancy business in and around Derbyshire; and at the same time as part time manager of a small garden centre. Diana has been an enthusiastic and very knowledgeable tutor with ACS since 2008.


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