IMPROVE YOUR KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS WITH A RANGE OF INDUSTRY TRAINING TRAINING

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1 IMPROVE YOUR KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS WITH A RANGE OF INDUSTRY TRAINING TRAINING

2 IRRIGATION AUSTRALIA Irrigation Australia is the peak national organisation representing the entire irrigation industry. We provide a range of services to our members and to the whole industry which includes industry certification, training, publications, conferencing, networking and regional events. Irrigation Australia is a registered training organisation (RTO) under the name Irrigation Training Australia, providing the industry with nationally accredited training and qualifications. Irrigation Australia is committed to improving the industry standards by working closely with federal, state and local government as well as other stakeholders to improve water efficiency and increase land productivity. Our vision is to lead the irrigation industry to the future by providing, regulating and facilitating education programs that improve the industry standards and provide practical solutions for water and irrigation issues. -Bryan Ward CEO 2

3 CENTRE PIVOT LATERAL MOVE A two-day workshop designed to provide students with the latest techniques and innovations of centre pivot and lateral move irrigation systems. CPLM technology is growing very fast and is providing growers with much greater control over their irrigation management as well as much more efficient ways to use water, reduce labor and control soil moisture. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR This course is designed for anyone looking at installing, maintaining and or using a centre pivot or lateral move system. LEARNING OUTCOMES: Identify the key components of centre pivot and lateral move (CPLM) system Identify the financial issues associated with the purchase and operation of a CPLM List the factors necessary for planning to install a centre pivot or lateral mo ve Compare sprinkler and wheel options to improve operation of a CPLM system Identify key measures and indicators of CPLM system performance Identify sprinkler package issues Learn how to use CPLM systems effectively & efficiently Understand the basic maintenance requirements of your CPLM systems. 3

4 IRRIGATION ESSENTIALS SCHOOL (6 DAY WORKSHOP) A six-day residential, custom-designed Irrigation Essentials Training school for industry facilitated by Irrigation Australia, providing an in-depth irrigation training program which is assessed against nationally recognised Competencies towards a Certificate III in Irrigation. This program will be presented by highly experienced and qualified professionals who are actively working in leading organisations of the industry. The program also engages subject matter experts for specialised topics such as hydraulics, troubleshooting and basic irrigation design, to name a few. This course will enable participants to provide a more professional service to people relying on the irrigation industry for advice, service and products. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR This course is designed for anyone with a minimum of three-months experience working in the irrigation industry who is looking at enriching their knowledge and expertise with the latest innovations and most advanced irrigation techniques. LEARNING OUTCOMES: Improved skills and knowledge in irrigation design, installation and troubleshooting Better product knowledge and understanding of latest technology Provide a more professional service to people relying on the irrigation industry for advice, service and products Insight and leadership Networking with industry colleagues THE UNITS CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS A NATIONALLY RECOGNISED IRRIGATION QUALIFICATION 4

5 1. 2. CAREER PATHWAY: Progress towards Certified Irrigation Professional Progress towards a nationally recognised qualification in irrigation COMPETENCIES By undertaking additional activities and assignments, participants are able to obtain Statements of Attainment for the following units towards a Cert III in Irrigation. TWO (2) COMPULSORY COMPETENCIES - TO BE COMPLETED ONLINE PRIOR TO THE COURSE AHCIRG308 Monitor soils under irrigation (a practical component to be undertaken during course) AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes NINE (9) COMPETENCIES OVER THE SIX (6) DAYS TRAINING AHCIRG306 Troubleshoot irrigation systems AHCIRG309 Install irrigation pumps AHCIRG310 Operate and maintain irrigation pumping systems AHCIRG327 Implement an irrigation schedule AHCIRG333 Maintain pressurised irrigation systems AHCINF304 Install and terminate extra low voltage wiring systems AHCIRG303 Measure irrigation delivery system performance AHCMER304 Recommend irrigation products and services CPCPIG2021A Design domestic urban irrigation systems THREE (3) FURTHER COMPETENCIES TO COMPLETE WHEN STUDENTS RETURN HOME SELECT FROM 20 ELECTIVES 5

6 METER VALIDATION AND INSTALLATION Designed to provide students with all the knowledge of the Australian standards and procedures needed to safely and successfully install water meters in rural environments. The course prepares students to complete site preparations and commissioning along with field assessments for meter installations. The course is delivered over two days providing students with two units of units of competencies against Certification of Meter Installation and Validation. Alternatively, you can sit the three day course and cover all six units required to meet Irrigation Australia Certification of Meter Installation and Validation qualification. OPTION ONE - TWO DAYS TRAINING Complete the theoretical Part for 2 Units of Competency: NWPIRR014 Install meters for rural water supplies NWPIRR022 Maintain meters for rural water supplies Complete the practical component on your own and submit assessment OPTION TWO - THREE DAYS TRAINING Complete the theoretical components for all 6 units of competency BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others NWPGEN003 Apply the environmental and licensing procedures of the water industry NWPNET002 Prepare and restore worksite NWPNET002 Locate, identify and protect utilities NWPIRR014 Install meters for rural water supplies NWPIRR022 Maintain meters for rural water supplies Submit workbook assessments and complete practical components to achieve your statement of attainment for the 6 units REFRESHER ONE DAY For certified irrigation installers and validators who wish to renew their certification after letting it lapse or who have not renewed. After successful completion Irrigation Australia will renew your certification for two years. The course provides 10 CPD points required to renew your certification 6

7 WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR This course is designed for anyone responsible for installing and validating water meters in a rural environment against the Australian Standards. The course is a great opportunity for those wanting to apply to become Certified Meter Installers and Validators through IAL National Certification program. LEARNING OUTCOMES WHS relevant to operators in the water industry Identifying and applying procedures according to risks and impacts on environment Requirements for site preparation, construction work and restoring site to required condition Procedures for working near utility services during construction, repair or installation of infrastructure New Australian Standards for Control of Rural Water Meter Installation and Validation Explanation of the Pattern Approval process for meter manufacturers and what installers need to know when validating installations Site preparation, component installation, site reinstatement and commissioning Field assessment of meter installations COMPETENCIES After the successful completion of the specific course based assignments, which include a written workshop assessment, supervising an actual meter installation and providing a written journal of the installation with related images, participants will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for 2 or 6 of the units of competencies depending on the course undertaken. 7

8 INTRODUCTION TO IRRIGATION AGRICULTURE Over 54% of the water consumption in Australia is used in agriculture and with the increasing scarcity of water, the industry has to find ways to improve water efficiency. This is a two-day course designed by Irrigation Australia in partnership with leading suppliers to help provide students with basic understanding of the principles of irrigation in the agriculture and horticulture industry. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR This course is designed for anyone who is interested in becoming an irrigation professional within the agriculture industry. It is suited for people from government departments, irrigation companies, regulatory bodies, funding bodies, water management authorities, and catchment management bodies. LEARNING OUTCOMES: Overview of the irrigation industry segments Understanding the agriculture irrigation industry and the issues facing it in Australia Awareness of the main types of irrigation systems used in Australia and their advantages and disadvantages Summary figures for the value of irrigated agriculture in Australia An outline of the key elements of irrigation practice and management An appreciation of land and water planning on irrigation farms A synopsis of the main sources of water for irrigation An outline of the complexities of allocation and administration of water entitlements Awareness of the issues involved in physical water measurement and accounting An understanding of the concept of water use efficiency as it applies to irrigation Understanding irrigation efficiency techniques and standards 8

9 INTRODUCTION TO IRRIGATION URBAN The urban water sector is diverse and is concerned about providing and utlising water for household and commercial users including parks, sports fields, golf courses and developments. This is a two-day course designed by Irrigation Australia in partnership with leading suppliers to help provide students with basic understanding of the principles of irrigation in the urban sector including planning, procuring and supplying water to households and commercial users. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR This course is designed for anyone who is interested in becoming an irrigation professional for residential or commercial applications. It is suited for people from government departments, irrigation companies, regulatory bodies, funding bodies, water management authorities, and catchment management bodies. LEARNING OUTCOMES Overview of the irrigation industry segments Introduction to the variety of water sources Identifying the major irrigation industries & government agencies Identifying various factors affecting plant water use Learning the relationship between soil, plant & water Introduction to urban irrigation products Knowledge of the different irrigation components, terms & units 9

10 IRRIGATION PUMPS AND SYSTEMS A two-day course designed to cover the process of operating and maintaining irrigation pumping systems and defines the standard required to select pumps and pumping equipment to meet design requirements, install and test pumps, develop procedures to maintain pumping systems, commission and test the pumping system, and carry out troubleshooting. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR This course is designed for anyone involved in irrigation installation, including site managers and managers of irrigation systems. LEARNING OUTCOMES Determining system requirements Types of irrigation systems Irrigation and pumping system requirements Hydraulics of irrigation systems including friction calculations Understanding pump curves Cavitation and NPSH Pump selection Control and protection systems Installation and commissioning of irrigation pumps Maintenance and troubleshooting of irrigation pumps Testing pump performance COMPETENCIES Upon successful completion of activities in this workshop participants will be issued with a statement of attainment for the nationally recognised competency AHCIRG410 Select and Manage Pumping Systems for Irrigation. 10

11 IRRIGATION EFFICIENCY A two-day course designed to provide students with the knowledge of irrigation efficiency techniques, requirements and standards to design, operate and maintain an efficient irrigation system. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR This course is designed for anyone involved in irrigation installation, including site managers and managers of irrigation systems. LEARNING OUTCOMES: Gathering irrigation water-use data Testing landscape sprinkler irrigation systems Compiling water records Basic irrigation scheduling Determining irrigation water requirements Basic system trouble shooting Developing system maintenance strategies Checking pressure and flow rates Conducting a water application distribution test Collecting data to determine irrigation uniformity and efficiency Assessing soil texture and root zone depths COMPETENCIES This training course delivers the following 3 units of competency, however, participants can only acquire these by completing the workbook activities outside of the workshop and then forwarding the workbook to IAL for assessment. AHCIRG306A Troubleshoot irrigation system AHCIRG305A Operate pressurised irrigation systems AHCIRG303A Measure irrigation delivery system performance 11

12 JOIN IRRIGATION AUSTRALIA IT PAYS TO BELONG TO YOUR PEAK INDUSTRY BODY FOR MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION OR TO FIND UPCOMING TRAINING VISIT OUR WEBSITE 12/56 Church Ave Mascot +61 (02) irrigationaustralia.com.au