Since the state of Texas implemented its testing and licensing program, there has been a need for a standardized irrigation manual.
There are countless irrigation books and reference materials (some more technical) available, however the “Texas Landscape Irrigation Training and Reference Manual” is geared toward our unique irrigation program and laws in Texas. The fundamentals found in this manual apply to all geographic regions, although major focus is on landscape irrigation within the state of Texas.
This book is the #1 irrigation training source in Texas, used by over 70% of the state.
This manual will serve as the perfect study guide for students preparing for the Texas State Landscape Irrigators' Exam. The novice will appreciate the step-by-step approach to learning the basic irrigation principles, knowledge and necessary skills for licensing and in applying them in actual practice. Exercises are located at the end of each chapter to test the student's knowledge. The correct answers follow so you can see review your progress.
The chapters include an irrigation synopsis, principles and hydraulics, components, design, installation and maintenance, terminology, technical charts and data, and the Texas Landscape Irrigator Rules and Regulations. The terms “irrigation system” and “sprinkler system” are used synonymously in this book.
A special thanks to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for the regulations and standards for the state of Texas in chapter 8. As rules and regulations change within the State the Texas , so will chapter 8 to reflect these changes in later editions.
The material within is a combination of extensive research and over thirty years of hands-on field experience in residential and commercial landscape irrigation in the state of Texas. Although America 's landscapes account for only
2.9% of the nation's fresh water use, the principles and hydraulics are a great source of reference for irrigation experts working in or managing other areas of irrigation, such as golf or agriculture. Whether you're an irrigation pro or a beginner, this training manual will prove an invaluable tool for your irrigation library!
