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  • Hydroponic Systems Engineering

    Credits: 3 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course provides a comprehensive and engineering-focused guide to the principles, design considerations, and implementation strategies for hydroponic systems. It explores the scientific and mechanical aspects of soil-less plant cultivation and emphasizes the integration of fluid dynamics, nutrient chemistry, environmental control systems, and structural engineering into hydroponic infrastructure. Designed to support licensed engineers from various disciplines, this course bridges the gap between agricultural science and engineered system design for sustainable crop production.

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    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    • Understand the scientific basis for hydroponic plant cultivation
    • Evaluate and design various hydroponic system types based on application and scalability
    • Analyze fluid flow, nutrient delivery, and control mechanisms in closed-loop systems
    • Incorporate environmental controls for lighting, temperature, humidity, and CO₂ balance
    • Integrate structural and mechanical components for hydroponic facility design
    • Assess the energy, water, and nutrient efficiency of hydroponic installations
    • Address common challenges in system reliability, pathogen control, and system optimization

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    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

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    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.

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    Intended Audience: This course is intended for licensed professional engineers in mechanical, civil, agricultural, electrical, environmental, and systems engineering disciplines seeking continuing education credits. 
    Publication Source: Cadistics Courseware

    Jeelan Moghraby, PhD

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