IRRIGATION PERFORMANCE EVALUATION COURSE 13 & 14 May 2015 (Wed & Thur) 8:30am to 4:30pm Birdwood Avenue, South Yarra IAL acknowledges RBG Melbourne support in providing facilities for the course Efficient use of water can only be achieved by knowing the performance of an irrigation system. This course helps managers and operators to achieve the best possible results, by learning how to measure performance through testing and make improvements. Water efficiency for high quality turf surfaces The course covers: Understanding the site—plants, soil and climate Testing irrigation systems Measuring irrigation system performance Determining plant water needs Collecting data to determine irrigation uniformity and efficiency Checking system hydraulics Reporting of water use Identifying opportunities for improved performance and efficiency The course involves both theory and hands-on practical. field work. Fee includes training manuals and all catering Participants receive a FREE Catch Can Instructional DVD Contact Jodie Porter [email protected] 1300 949 891 or (02) 8335 40099 About the Course The course is designed for people who manage and maintain landscape irrigation systems in recreation grounds, sports fields and ovals, golf courses, public parks and gardens, schools and private gardens. Participants will learn skills to improve water and irrigation management of landscapes. The focus of the course is the evaluation of descriptions of other irrigation system are presented. turf/landscape/ irrigation systems, although brief Assessments are done on sprinklers, equipment, water supply to check the overall performance Presenter Geoff Connellan has extensive experience in urban horticultural water management, research and education. He held a range of lecturer positions at the Burnley Campus, University of Melbourne. Since 2007 he has been providing consultancy services in urban water management. His expertise includes planning for sustainable irrigated open space, turf, landscapes, urban trees, water demand management strategies, evaluation of water use, irrigation technologies and alternative water sources. He is the author of “Water use efficiency: Irrigated Turf & Landscape”, published by CSIRO. He provides advice to local government, sports and turf clubs, botanical gardens, water authorities and industry. G&M Connellan Consultants. Program Day 1 Best Practice irrigation principles Understanding performance evaluation techniques System performance characteristics Setting up for uniformity audit Field demonstration of audit test of system (RBG) Day 2 Field assessment of equipment operation Water supply assessment Conducting a n audit Interpreting the results – What do they mean? Developing an irrigation schedule Reporting and recommendations Nationally Recognised Irrigation Units Assessment Completing this course provides the foundation for the achievement of 3 nationally recognised irrigation units. These are: AHCIRG306A Troubleshooting irrigation systems, AHCIRG303A Measure irrigation delivery performance and AHCIRG305A Operate pressurised irrigation systems. Additional tuition and completion of tasks is required to complete these units. Further details are available from IAL Training Manager—[email protected] or phone 1300 949 891 ABN 41 002 567 633 Irrigation Performance Evaluation Course Enrolment is required 14 days prior to the course commencement. Confirmation in writing will be sent upon receipt of completed application form & payment in full. FEES (GST exempt) Member................................................................................................................... $850/p Non Member ......................................................................................................... $1170/p Group Bookings (5 or more) please contact IAL office 1300 949 891 Late Assessment Fee .................................................................................................. $75 Course Code: VA050515 Enrolment Fee: $ _________________ IAL Member Number: By completing this form and sending the fee I acknowledge that I have read and understood the Course Information issued by Irrigation Training Australia for this course. Available at www.irrigation.org.au Payment by (please mark) Cheque □ MasterCard □ Visa □ Direct Debit □ Credit Card Number _________________________________________________ Card Holder's Name _________________________________________________ Card Holder's Signature _________________________________________________ Expiry Date _____/_____ Course Location Course Dates Name Company Email Mailing Address City/Town State Work Phone Home Phone Work Fax Mobile Phone Direct Debit: Macquarie Bank Ltd BSB: 182 222 Account: 3031 593 62 Swift: MACQAU2S Please Quote Invoice No on payment advice and fax to (02) 8335 4099 Postcode Mail or fax the application form with payment to: Irrigation Training Australia PO Box 863 MASCOT NSW 1460 Ph: (02) 8335 4000 Standard Training Course Enrolment Terms & Conditions Full payment must be made before commencement of training, unless prior arrangements with IAL have been made. Cancellations received more than 10 working days in advance of the start of the course will be able to transfer to a future course without penalty. Cancellations will otherwise attract a 10% administration fee, and the balance of the course fee refunded. Cancellations received between 5 and 10 working days before commencement of the course will forfeit 50% of the course fee Cancellations with 5 working days of the start of the course will forfeit 100% of the course fee Substitution of a participant is acceptable without incurring additional costs Transfer to another course date is acceptable up to 5 working days before commencement of the course. A 10% administration fee will apply Non attendance without notice will result in the full course fee being charged. In all cases a substitute may be nominated to attend the original course without penalty Cancellation policies for specific courses may apply to override this general policy, where special arrangements for the conduct of some courses involve significant advance commitments by IAL Enrolment is accepted on the basis that IAL will not be held liable for costs incurred due tot h course cancellation or rescheduling. IAL will use all endeavours to give as early advice as possible of any course changes, and the above cancellation conditions will not apply where the IAL cancel any training course. Course dates and fees are subject to change without prior notice. Clients who have a grievance with the application or this policy may take action in accordance with IAL Grievance and Appeal procedure November 2011
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