agricultural hydraulics course
Gain mastery in agricultural hydraulics for efficient maize irrigation on Zambian farms. Master sizing pumps and pipes, calculating flow rates, pressure, and crop evapotranspiration, evaluating drip versus sprinkler systems, and creating weekly irrigation plans that reduce water consumption, lower energy costs, and prevent yield losses while ensuring reliable performance.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to design and manage effective irrigation systems for a 5-hectare field. You will learn to calculate crop evapotranspiration, plan irrigation schedules, determine pipe sizes, compute flow rates, and adjust tank head and pump pressure. Discover straightforward, step-by-step techniques to minimise water wastage, control energy expenses, and maintain consistent crop yields during high-demand seasons through informed, data-driven choices.
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Develop skills
- Design irrigation systems tailored to crop types, soil conditions, terrain slopes, labour availability, and water constraints.
- Calculate precise crop water requirements using evapotranspiration, soil moisture balance, and net application depths per irrigation event.
- Size pipes and pumps accurately based on flow needs, head losses, and pressure requirements for optimal farm operations.
- Develop weekly irrigation plans covering water volumes, pump operating times, energy consumption, and field scheduling.
- Monitor and evaluate irrigation system efficiency through uniformity assessments, performance records, and rapid on-site diagnostics.
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