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This course will provide instruction on weather and sensor-based "smart" irrigation controllers as well as irrigation scheduling concepts.
Students will learn how ET and weather-based controllers produce an irrigation schedule using different technologies. Students will have instruction on controller operation and setup.
The class will also cover smart controller bench testing protocols, related issues, and a summary of smart irrigation controller testing at Texas A&M.
Who Should Take This Course
The Smart Controllers course is essential for anyone responsible for designing or managing irrigation systems on urban landscapes such as residential lawns, sports fields, parks, commercial properties, and golf courses.
The course will also benefit municipalities and city water utility personnel, particularly those interested in developing urban water conservation programs.
Course Details
This course will be conducted live using ZOOM in the same format as typical classroom instruction.
Students will be required to be present for the entire course and participate in worksheets and polls to receive CEU credit for the training. Each student will be required to sign into the course on their own device (no shared enrollment).
Register by noon on Friday, July 3, 2026, to receive a copy of the course materials by mail. Any student who registers after the July 3 deadline will need to download the course materials from the School of Irrigation Website.
Available Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- 8 CEU - TCEQ License Landscape Irrigators, Technicians, Inspectors
- 8 PDH - Registered Landscape Architects
- 8 PDH - Registered Professional Engineers
For questions regarding event details, please contact charles.swanson@ag.tamu.edu.
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Cancellations received no later than Friday, July 3, 2026, will be issued a refund minus a $25 administrative fee.
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