Sprinkler and Micro Irrigation Systems

Sprinkler irrigation: adaptability, types, problems and prospects. Sprinkler/micro sprinkler irrigation system design: steps, layout, selection, design of lateral, sub-main and main pipeline, selection of pump and power unit. Performance evaluation of sprinkler irrigation system: uniformity coefficient and pattern efficiency. Micro irrigation system: types, merits and demerits, components. Design of drip irrigation system: general considerations, wetting patterns, irrigation requirement, emitter selection, hydraulics and design steps. Steps for proper operation of a drip irrigation system. Maintenance of micro irrigation system: clogging, filter cleaning, flushing and chemical treatment. Fertigation: advantages, limitations, methods, fertilizers solubility and their compatibility, precautions, frequency, duration and injection rate. Economics: Cost estimation of sprinkler and micro irrigation system.