About this Event
The South Metro Water Supply Authority (SMWSA) is pleased to offer the next QWEL class in Castle Rock, Colorado.
February 3rd, 4th and 5th, 2025 from 8:00a-5:00p.
COST: The fee for this certification course is $125.00 (+ EventBrite's processing fee).
LOCATION: Castle Rock Water, 171 Kellogg Ct., Castle Rock, CO 80109.
CONTACT: Please contact Angie Grunder with SMWSA ([email protected]) with any questions, for directions, or to let her know of any food allergies/restrictions ahead of time.
REGISTRATION: There are TWO steps to registering for this class.
1. Click the button "Register for this Class" on the QWEL site. Follow the prompts to register for your personal QWEL account first (account username, create a password). Next, register for this specific class. Please keep your login credentials for future use (downloading certificate, entering CEUs, QWEL Pro status).
2. Make your payment after you register for your QWEL account and this training. Please pay for your registration on Eventbrite. With a limited number of seats, payment must be received no later than 5pm on January 31st, 2025 or your seat cannot be guaranteed. NOTE: If you have not paid for your registration by this date, you are subject to be removed from the course.
MATERIALS: The reference manual PDF can be viewed on the QWEL Website; however, a hardcopy of this book will be provided to you at the start of class. Everything you need for the irrigation audit will be provided. Lunch will be provided all three days. Please be sure to bring your own refillable water bottle, notepaper, pen, and a calculator (smartphones are allowed, provided you use only the calculator feature during the exam).
The QWEL curriculum includes the following sections:
1. Where Our Water Comes From
2. Sustainable Landscaping
3. Soils
4. Landscape Water
5. Irrigation Systems
6. Irrigation Maintenance & Troubleshooting
7. Irrigation Auditing
8. Irrigation Scheduling
9. Irrigation Controllers
10. Bringing It All Together
WHEN (ALL 3 DAYS REQUIRED):
1. Monday, February 3rd, 2025 - 8:00a-5:00p
2. Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 - 8:00a-5:00p
3. Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 - 8:00a-4:00p
The class includes an irrigation audit and exam, both of which are required to earn the QWEL professional certification. Please arrive on time, prepared, and plan to attend the full course.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Castle Rock Water Department, 171 Kellog Court, Castle Rock, United States
USD 135.23
