This module describes the skills, knowledge, and attitude required to supervise pressurized irrigation maintenance. It is intended for learners pursuing a TVET diploma of irrigation and drainage technology. At the end of this module the students will be able to develop a maintenance plan for a pressurized irrigation system, organize resources, carry out maintenance of irrigation components and testing equipment, control maintenance activities for pressurized irrigation components, and complete records and reports of irrigation system maintenance. A qualified student deemed competent to this competency may work with others in support of current professional practice in marshland, hillside, small-scale irrigation, gardens, and greenhouses under guidance.
The number of credits of this module is 4 with 40 learning hours. The module is organized into 5 elements of competence: Develop a maintenance plan for pressurized irrigation system. Organize resources; Carry out maintenance of irrigation component and testing equipment; Control maintenance activities for pressurized irrigation components and complete records and reports of irrigation system maintenance. The topics are organized in a sequential manner in terms of the level of complexity of the subject matter, and the author has ensured that the previous topic introduces and complements the succeeding topic, thus making the subject matter of the latter easier to follow and comprehend.
- Teacher: MIZERO JULES