Hobart
Introduction
View the Science of Fishing landing page for information on this unit and the Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainable Living for information on Sustainable Living study options.
In this unit you will not only learn about the science behind fishing techniques and how these interact with the biology and behaviour of a species, but also how recreational fisheries are sustainably managed and how you can be a responsible fisher. Important and interesting questions/skills for fishers include: identifying a species, determining what they eat and understanding how their biology, sensory abilities, preferred habitats and behavior influence fishing techniques. After completion of this unit you may change the way you fish, with both an improved fishing experience and a greater understanding of how to fish safely and responsibly for the future.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Science of Fishing 1 |
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| Unit code | KSM002 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies |
| Discipline | Fisheries and Aquaculture |
| Coordinator | James Haddy |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
1 Identify a range of fish species commonly caught in Australian recreational fisheries
2 Describe the characteristics (morphology, physiology and internal anatomy) of a fish species that influence their habitat preferences and behaviour within the marine environment
3 Describe the fishing gear and methods used for catching fish in a recreational fishery
4 Outline the strategies for managing a recreational fishery contributing to sustainability
5 Produce a plan for a safe, responsible and successful recreational fishing trip in Australia
Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Unit delivered fully online. There are no tutorial requirements for this unit. |
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| Assessment | AT1 - Group Poster (30%) AT2 to AT6 - Multiple quizzes (5 x 8%) AT7 - Fishing Trip Plan (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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