Online Courses Handbook 2003

303384 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Aquatic Resources and Fisheries Management)

BSc(Curtin)

Introduction
Sustainable management of aquatic resources and fisheries is based on a sound understanding of the science and technology of these disciplines as well as on economics and natural resources management principles. This course focuses on developing an understanding of fisheries management, resource economics and sustainability and environmental management. Graduates of the program are equipped to pursue careers in government agencies responsible for fisheries management, environmental management and in private companies whose operations involve utilising of freshwater and marine resources. The curriculum offers the generalised learning program which emphasises analytical, management, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. It also engages students in the practice of science and technology and management of fisheries and other aquatic resources through appropriate practical programs.

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.

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

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

Course Organisation
Visits to commercial enterprises in Western Australia are a vital part of the course.

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

303374 v.2 Dynamics of Populations 201 5.0 25.0

8306 v.9 Quantitative Biology 201 5.0 25.0

SELECT 1 OPTION 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

13090 v.3 Aquatic Environmental Management 202 5.0 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

303362 v.2 Aquaculture Economics and Policy 202 5.0 25.0

SELECT 1 OPTION 25.0

100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

11929 v.5 Fisheries Resource Management 301 5.0 25.0

13091 v.3 Genetics and Stock Improvement 301 5.0 25.0

303363 v.3 Aquatic Science Research Project 301 4.0 12.5

304240 v.2 Environmental and Resource Economics 301 4.0 25.0

SELECT 1 OPTION 12.5

100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

11932 v.6 Seafood Business Studies 302 5.0 25.0

13105 v.3 Fisheries Resource Management 302 5.0 25.0

303367 v.2 Aquatic Resource Management 302 5.0 25.0

SELECT 1 OPTION 25.0

100.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

11952 v.6 Aquaculture Nutrition 301 5.0 25.0

303350 v.2 Seafood Technology 201 5.0 25.0

303360 v.2 Crustacean Aquaculture 301 5.0 25.0

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

11933 v.7 Hatchery Technology 202 70.0 25.0

303361 v.2 Finfish Aquaculture 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 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

307365 v.1 Aquaculture Technology 201 3.0 12.5

307368 v.1 Aquaculture Technology 301 3.0 12.5

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

11930 v.5 Aquaculture Practice 302 35.0 25.0

11934 v.5 Aquatic Research Project 302 5.0 25.0

13094 v.3 Mollusc Aquaculture 302 5.0 25.0

303382 v.2 International Aquaculture Study Tour 302 5.0 25.0

# Students may also undertake this Study Tour unit in Year 3, Semester 2.

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