Course Descriptions
AQUA 2000 Introduction to Aquaculture (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
The history and the current status of world aquaculture production are discussed, with emphasis on species with potential in Atlantic Canada. Advances in freshwater or marine finfish and shellfish culture are included. Aquatic plant production is discussed. Business aspects of aquaculture are introduced. The course includes field trips to aquaculture and related facilities.
FORMAT:
FORMAT COMMENTS: Offered In person and Online
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
AQUA 3000 Fish Health (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course outlines concepts of disease with special reference to fish. Diseases of various etiological types are considered, with emphasis on those in the aquaculture environment. The relationships of management and economics to disease in cultured fish are detailed, and public health concerns are addressed. Diagnostic, prophylactic, and treatment methods are outlined and practised.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES: Preparatory:
BIOA 3005
AQUA 4000 Finfish Production (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Aspects of breeding and genetics, fish management, financial management, economics, marketing, housing systems, and water management are presented in an integrated approach to provide a sound understanding of this aspect of aquaculture. Management of finfish throughout the life cycle is presented. The course includes a weekend field trip to commercial farms; attendance is obligatory.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
AQUA 2000,
BIOA 3005
AQUA 4001 Shellfish Production (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Factors affecting profitable production of shellfish are discussed in the context of developing a sound industry with potential to address future opportunities. A survey of culture techniques used in shellfish production is undertaken.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
AQUA 2000