K-Line Irrigation System Guide

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📚 Part 1: Knowledge Check

WALT: We Are Learning To identify the main parts and features of a K-Line irrigation system and explain how it is used.

Success criteria: I can name key components, describe portability features, and choose safe operating practices.

Differentiation: Provide word banks or read questions aloud for learners needing support; give extended explanation prompts for learners who need challenge.

Extension: Research a real K-Line model and note one technical specification (e.g. pipe length or pod spacing).

Dyslexia-friendly option: Read questions in short chunks, use coloured overlays if helpful, and provide audio of the worksheet.

1. What is the primary purpose of a K-Line irrigation system?

To pump water deep underground

To provide a portable, above-ground sprinkler network for pastures

To filter and bottle water for sale

2. Which feature makes K-Line easy to move across uneven terrain?

Rigid steel frames

Built-in sprinkler pods that act as skids

Fixed underground hoses

3. Check all statements that are true about K-Line systems:

They are highly portable and can be towed by an ATV

The system is installed entirely underground and cannot be moved

Flexible pipes have built-in sprinkler pods

4. Match each component (left) with its description (right).

A. Sprinkler pod

B. Flexible pipe

C. Tow hitch/connection

D. End cap/valve

1. Allows water flow to be stopped at line end

2. Built-in skid that sprays water and helps towing

3. Connects lines for towing with an ATV

4. Carries water along the length of the system

5. Which practice is best before towing a K-Line across a paddock?

Leave the system pressurised and towing will be faster

Check all connections, remove obstacles, and reduce pressure if required

Drag the line over fences without stopping

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Practical Tasks

WALT: We Are Learning To plan a simple K-Line layout and calculate basic spacing for pods.

Success criteria: I can calculate pod spacing, list setup steps, and sketch a safe towing route.

Differentiation: Offer calculators or worked examples for learners who need support; ask advanced learners to include water rate calculations.

Extension: Estimate water used per hour given a sprinkler flow rate and compare two layout options.

Dyslexia-friendly option: Provide bullet lists and short sentences; allow oral responses or diagram labelling.

6. Maths: If pods are spaced every 15 metres, how many pods are needed for a 180 m run?

7. Practical: List three steps to prepare a K-Line for towing across uneven ground.

8. Sketch: Draw a simple layout for an odd-shaped block showing where you would position the K-Line and an ATV towing path. Label hazards (e.g. fences, gullies). Use the next page to record your sketch on.