Satellite Control System Technician

This hands-on class is ideal for any golf course irrigation professional working with a satellite control system. The class material will cover communication options for both 2-wire and LINK systems. In-class activities will present each major component of the satellite and interface device, including operation and troubleshooting of each part.

Course Outline


Unit 1 Rain Bird Golf Satellite System Overview

Unit 2 Satellite Components

Unit 3 Satellite Programming & Operation

Unit 4 Satellite Troubleshooting

Learning Objectives


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

1. Explain the basic structure of a satellite controlled golf irrigation system

2. Identify common components of the satellite and interface device

3. Setup and program a field satellite using the faceplate

4. Troubleshoot problems with a satellite control system

5. Setup primary and secondary communication

Suggested Prerequisites


None