Courses & Units
Aquaculture Technology KSM613
Introduction
This unit provides an overview of aquaculture recirculation, cage, pond, tank and raceway systems and their associated technologies such as aeration, water conditioning, biofiltration, fish pumps, graders, counters, feeding systems etc both in Australia and overseas; specifically their working principles, components, problems and application to the production of aquaculture species. This unit also covers the principals and use of biotechnologies and digital technologies that support cultured plant/animal health and performance, and environmental sustainability across production stages. While the content delivered to students in the undergraduate and masters unit will be similar, there will be clear differences in assessment (more detailed, in-depth and complex) and learning expectations (more technical and critical thinking) for KSM613. Assessment details will be provided to students separate to the unit outline.
Summary
| Unit name | Aquaculture Technology |
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| Unit code | KSM613 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies |
| Discipline | Fisheries and Aquaculture |
| Coordinator | Doctor Louise Adams |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Identify current farm equipment/systems, and modes of operation
- Explain why and how technologies are used in commercial and research applications
- Explain the working principles of, and problems associated with farm technologies
- Demonstrate an ability to use mathematical calculations to solve technological problems
- Propose technological solutions to bottlenecks in aquaculture production systems
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| not applicable |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Weekly 2h lecture sessions, Weeks 1-13. On-campus attendance. Weekly 3h practical sessions, Weeks 1-13. On-campus attendance. |
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| Assessment | Exam (40%)|Report (25%)|Report (10%)|Technology Presentation (25%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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