Online Courses Handbook 2003

303383 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Aquaculture and Seafood Science)

BSc(Curtin)

Introduction
Aquaculture is the cultivation of aquatic animals or plants in a managed environment. Seafood Science encompasses the science and technology of post harvest seafood handling, processing and live fish marketing. Both areas are multidisciplinary in nature, being based on, and integrated with, the sciences of aquatic biology and ecology, physiology, chemistry and biochemistry, as well as aspects of mathematics, physics and engineering. This course provides the theoretical basis of aquaculture, seafood processing and water quality management. Students may select options in fish, crustacean and mollusc aquaculture or study a combination of these options. Options in aquatic science and ecotoxicology can also be studied. The curriculum offers a generalised learning program which emphasises analytical, management, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. It also engages students in the practice of aquaculture and seafood science and technology through appropriate work experience programs relevant to the units in which they are enrolled.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
None. TEE mathematics subject, Chemistry, and Biology are desirable. Additionally for Aquaculture or Aquatic Resources - Accounting and Economics are also desirable. Applicants who have not passed TEE Mathematics will be required to pass an approved bridging unit.

Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.

Note
Alternative pathways are available for mature age students. Students who do not meet these requirements may still gain entry by completing appropriate bridging courses.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Recognition of prior learning may also be awarded for approved TAFE units.

Duration and Availability
The course is of three years full-time or equivalent.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

1754 v.5 Cell Biology 101 5.0 25.0

303227 v.2 Communications 101 2.5 12.5

303331 v.2 Introductory Aquaculture 101 5.0 25.0

303337 v.2 Aquaculture Mathematics 101 2.5 12.5

7078 v.6 Chemistry 141 4.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

302467 v.2 Introduction to Microbiology 132 3.0 12.5

303232 v.2 Agribusiness Systems 102 5.0 25.0

303341 v.2 Aquatic Biology 102 2.0 12.5

303343 v.2 Aquaculture Technology 102 5.0 25.0

303371 v.2 Aquaculture Biochemistry and Physiology 102 5.0 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

13087 v.4 Aquaculture Ecology 201 6.0 25.0

13093 v.4 Integrated Aquaculture 201 3.0 12.5

303350 v.2 Seafood Technology 201 5.0 25.0

307365 v.1 Aquaculture Technology 201 3.0 12.5

8306 v.9 Quantitative Biology 201 5.0 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

11933 v.7 Hatchery Technology 202 70.0 25.0

303355 v.2 Aquaculture Health Management 202 2.0 12.5

303356 v.2 Seafood Hygiene and Microbiology 202 2.0 12.5

303361 v.2 Finfish Aquaculture 202 5.0 25.0

SELECT 1 OPTION 25.0

100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

11952 v.6 Aquaculture Nutrition 301 5.0 25.0

13091 v.3 Genetics and Stock Improvement 301 5.0 25.0

303360 v.2 Crustacean Aquaculture 301 5.0 25.0

303363 v.3 Aquatic Science Research Project 301 4.0 12.5

307368 v.1 Aquaculture Technology 301 3.0 12.5

100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

11930 v.5 Aquaculture Practice 302 35.0 25.0

11932 v.6 Seafood Business Studies 302 5.0 25.0

13094 v.3 Mollusc Aquaculture 302 5.0 25.0

SELECT 1 OPTION 25.0

100.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits

13090 v.3 Aquatic Environmental Management 202 5.0 25.0

303373 v.2 Aquaculture Study Tour 202 5.0 25.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 3 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits

11934 v.5 Aquatic Research Project 302 5.0 25.0

303367 v.2 Aquatic Resource Management 302 5.0 25.0

303382 v.2 International Aquaculture Study Tour 302 5.0 25.0

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