8 HOURS TCEQ-APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

Drip Irrigation Systems

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$185 • Self-Paced Online Course

Drip irrigation is the most water-efficient delivery method available to landscape contractors today. Understanding it deeply — not just in principle but in practice — positions you as the specialist your clients increasingly need.

The market for drip irrigation is expanding across Texas as water conservation standards tighten, municipal restrictions multiply, and clients become more sophisticated about the value of efficiency. Contractors who can design, install, and maintain drip systems at a professional level are not commodities — they are specialists, and the pricing premium that comes with genuine expertise is real. This course gives you that expertise in full.

From the fundamental physics that distinguish drip delivery from conventional spray irrigation, through every component in a properly specified drip system, through installation methodology, controller programming, seasonal adjustment, troubleshooting, and long-term maintenance, this course covers the complete professional competency. Students finish with the knowledge to recommend drip solutions confidently, design them accurately, install them to a professional standard, and maintain them for years of reliable, water-conserving performance.

What You Will Learn:

  • The physics and principles of drip irrigation — how it differs from conventional spray systems and why those differences matter
  • Complete drip system components: emitters, pressure-compensating emitters, drip tubing, distribution tubing, fittings, filters, and pressure regulators
  • Emitter selection criteria — how to match emission rate, spacing, and pressure compensation to soil type, plant type, and zone geometry
  • Drip system design from initial site assessment through final installation plan
  • Professional installation practices for residential landscapes, commercial planting beds, and agricultural applications
  • Controller programming and scheduling specifically for drip zones — including seasonal adjustment and water budget settings
  • Maintenance procedures that extend system life and preserve distribution uniformity over time
  • Systematic troubleshooting methodology for the most common drip system failures
  • Water conservation calculations, efficiency benchmarks, and compliance with Texas water use standards
  • Converting conventional spray zones to drip irrigation — planning, component selection, and execution

Technical Requirements: Adobe Acrobat Reader (PDF) and Microsoft Excel (XLS) recommended. Compatible with Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge on Windows and Mac. Certificate of Completion issued upon finishing.

CEU Requirement Note

To receive 8 hours of TCEQ CEU credit you must hold a valid Texas Irrigator, Irrigation Technician, or Irrigation Inspector license. You must navigate each module and pass the end-of-module quiz with a score of 70 or better. CEU credit cannot be repeated within the same 3-year renewal cycle — it may be repeated in future cycles.

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Become a Licensed Irrigator in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking to start your journey toward becoming a licensed irrigator in Texas? Or perhaps you need Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to renew your license? Whether you’re focused on improving your skills in design, estimating, sales, or operations management, this guide has you covered.

WHAT You Need to Get Your Irrigator License

To become a licensed irrigator in Texas, you’ll need to complete a Landscape Irrigator Licensing Course approved by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). This course is a mandatory prerequisite to qualify for the Licensing Exam.

Once licensed, you’ll need to renew your certification every three years by completing 24 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through TCEQ-approved courses.

Learn more about our licensing and CEU courses here

WHEN to Begin the Licensing Process

Start today! Here’s the recommended process:

  1. Take the Licensing Course. Begin with a TCEQ-approved course to gain the foundational knowledge required for the exam. Visit the TCEQ website at www.tceq.texas.gov.
  2. Apply for the Exam. Submit your application online for either the Licensed Irrigator Exam or the Irrigation Technician Exam via the TCEQ website. Ensure your application is complete and accurate, including a criminal background check and the exam fee.

    Access the TCEQ Licensing Application Portal
  3. Prepare for the Exam. Spend a week in the class and allow 3–4 weeks for processing time.

View the State Licensing Exam Schedule

WHO Offers These Courses

Find TCEQ-approved course providers to help you prepare for the licensing exam or earn CEUs for renewal at www.tceq.texas.gov and click on licenses > training courses.

Browse a list of approved course providers here

Start your journey today and take the first step toward a rewarding career as a licensed irrigator in Texas!

Once licensed, remember to come back here for the continuing education credits you will need to maintain your license