Hobart
It is recommended that you have completed year 12 TCE biology or equivalent, or higher.
Introduction
The unit provides students with the latest techniques in molecular biology and their application in health diagnostics, and molecular studies of aquatic animals and seaweeds. The unit introduces students to ubiquitous and pathogenic organisms, explores current techniques and health management, in aquatic animal health and their role in the production of aquatic species in a range of environments. Students engage with applied learning experiences throughout the unit and will be encouraged to critically assess and use molecular experimental design, data and models. Students will gain advanced understanding of the scientific process and relate data collected to commercial and research applications.
Summary
| Unit name | Aquatic Molecular Diagnostics and Health |
| Unit code | KSM716 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies |
| Discipline | Fisheries and Aquaculture |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Ivona Mladineo |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 4/7/2027 | 26/7/2027 | 29/8/2027 | 23/10/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the relationships between aquatic organisms and pathogens in their environments.
- Critically review molecular and traditional diagnostic methods to identify aquatic pathogens.
- Synthesise scientific data to assist in major disease diagnosis and management of aquatic organisms.
- Analyse global trends in commercial aquaculture disease management tools to inform their application to different species.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Weekly for 12 weeks, 2 hours seminars, 3 hours practicals |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Final exam (20%)|Mock media release (20%)|Prac demonstration and theory questions (20%)|Interaction in the topic debate (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
1. Anone, 2022. Field Sampling of Fish for Disease Investigation and Health Monitoring, Guidelines and Procedures Manual, Centre for Aquatic |
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| Recommended | Recommended readings are provided in MyLO |
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