About the course
The course provides a comprehensive overview of the design, operation, and major components of solar-powered irrigation systems (SPISs) and is divided into two modules:
- Module 1: Introduction to on-farm irrigation system
- Module 2: Solar energy for irrigation
System requirements
This course can be accessed online, clicking on the links below, without registration. It runs on the latests versions of major browsers, such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox and Apple Safari.
Audience
This course targets professionals, technicians and decision makers from relevant ministries, research institutes, and national institutions operating in the field of irrigation, energy and water management.
Module 1: Introduction to on-farm irrigation system
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Explain and recognize different on-farm irrigation systems
- Identify all the components of different on-farm irrigation systems and their characteristics
- Describe different types of cropping pattern
- Acknowledge the connections between cropping pattern and water requirements
Structure of the course
- Section 1. On-farm irrigation systems overview
- Section 2. Components of on-farm irrigation systems
- Section 3. Cropping patterns and water requirements
Module 2: Solar energy for irrigation
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Understand the importance of renewable and solar energy and the composition of global energy markets
- Be able to identify the resources required to produce non-renewable and different renewable energy
- Comprehend the global transition process from traditional to renewable energy
- Learn about the components of solar energy and related systems
- Acknowledge the connections between solar energy and water supply systems
Structure of the course
Section 1. Introduction to energy sources
- Chapter 1. Overview of energy sources
- Chapter 2. The role of energy in agriculture
Section 2. Fundamentals and essentials of solar energy
- Chapter 1. Solar basic characteristics
- Chapter 2. Solar and pumping systems essentials
- Chapter 3. Design criteria
Section 3. Solar-powered irrigation systems configuration
Thematic area
Published in April 2023
Duration of module 1: 20-30 minutes
Duration of module 2: 40-60 minutes