
Description
Course 1 - Metos Stations and Sensors
In this course:
You will obtain a foundational knowledge of Metos stations and their applicability in different field conditions and needs. Common station sensors are covered in detail in addition to soil moisture, related sensors and environmental monitoring hardware.
Estimated Learning Time: 70 min
Topics covered:
Pessl Suite of Stations
1. Selection of a Device
2. Knowledge Check
Common Station Sensors
3. Global Solar Radiation Sensor (Pyranometer)
4. Hygroclip Temperature and RH Sensor
5. Leaf Wetness Sensor
6. Pessl Instruments Temperature and RH Sensor
7. Precipitation Sensor (Rain Bucket)
8. Wind Speed and Direction Sensors
9. Knowledge Check
Soil Moisture Theory
10. Introduction to Soil Moisture Theory
11. Field Capacity, Refill, Wilting Point
12. Evapotranspiration
13. Knowledge Check
Soil Moisture Sensors
14. Overview and Tensiometric Sensors
15. Volumetric Sensors
16. Soil Moisture Sensor Hardware
17. Knowledge Check
Certification Exam
18. Certification Exam
Objectives
By the end of this course you will be able to:
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Understand the main features and differences between Metos’s most popular in-field stations and sensors
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Develop a basic understanding of soil moisture including soil types, field capacity, and key terms
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Understand the various soil and environmental sensors curated and available through METOS
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate iMetos Stations
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