Irrigation is defined as the process of artificial supply of water to soil for raising crops. … Irrigation engineering includes the study and design of works in connection with river control, drainage of waterlogged areas and generation of hydroelectric power.
Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Irrigation Engineering in Ghana are:
University of Ghana, Accra. …
Ho Technical University, Ho. …
University for Development Studies, Tamale. …
University of Energy and Natural Resources, Sunyani.
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi.
Entry Requirements:
Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil. in Irrigation Technology must have obtained a good bachelor degree at least Second Class Lower Division or better from a recognised institution or Cumulative Grade Point (CGPA) of 2.5 on a 1 – 4 scale or its equivalence in agriculture or related field.
Considerable working experience preferably in Agriculture is desirable but not required.
A considerable working experience will be an advantage but not a prerequisite.
Candidates for M.Phil IrrigationTechnology must possess a good first degree in agriculture with a significant amount of engineering to be admitted into the programme.
What are water resources and irrigation engineering?
Water Resource Engineering is a specific kind of civil engineering that involves the design of new systems and equipment that help manage human water resources.
Some of the areas Water Resource Engineers touch on are water treatment facilities, underground wells, and natural springs.
What are the 4 types of irrigation?
The different types of irrigation include- sprinkler irrigation, surface irrigation, drip irrigation, sub-irrigation, and manual irrigation.