Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Engineering (9210-01) - City & Guilds

Unit 109 Irrigation engineering
Level: 6
Introduction
This unit is about the principles underlying the design, operation and maintenance of irrigation and
drainage systems.
Unit aim
The unit aims to teach the knowledge, applications and design of principles of irrigation systems,
irrigation structures and water management.
Learning outcomes
There are three learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:
1. Understand the principles of irrigation and drainage systems, field application methods and
social and economical impacts
2. Apply the principles of water management to achieve optimum efficiency of irrigation systems
3. Design reservoir capacities and select suitable types of irrigation canals and structures
Guided learning hours
It is recommended that 150 hours should be allocated for this unit of which 60 hours would be
direct taught hours, 30 for hour’s laboratory practical/tutorial work and the remainder for
independent study. The unit may be carried out on a full time or part time basis.
Assessment
This unit will be assessed by means of one three hour written examination plus satisfactory
completion of the prescribed practical and laboratory work. The assessments will be carried out
separately.
The learner is expected to have sufficient knowledge in mathematics ie as per City & Guilds
Advanced Technician Diploma 6165 or relevant HND or other equivalent.
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