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Hobart
Introduction
The unit provides students with the fundamental basis of physiology and nutrition, and how they interact to control growth and metabolism, reproduction, osmoregulation and welfare of aquatic animals. The applied relationships between nutrition and feeding behaviour, feed formulation, physiology and biochemistry of aquatic animals is explored and their role in the production of aquaculture products across a range of environments. Students will engage with commercial be encouraged to critically assess and use nutritional and physiological experimental design, data and models. Students will gain advanced understanding of scientific process and relate data collected to commercial and research applications.
Summary
| Unit name | Aquatic Animal Nutrition and Physiology |
| Unit code | KSM717 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies |
| Discipline | Fisheries and Aquaculture |
| Coordinator | Doctor Louise Adams |
| 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
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Hobart | Semester 1 |
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- On-campus
Off-Campus- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 1 | 22/2/2026 | 16/3/2026 | 19/4/2026 | 13/6/2026 |
* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the physiological basis of growth and performance in aquatic animals focusing on environmental and nutrient requirements
- Discuss dietary components and feed formulation in relation to the sustainable use of global resources in aquafeed.
- Apply nutritional and physiological concepts to optimise production of major groups of farmed aquatic animals.
- Critically review experimental designs and research outcomes by analysing experimental data, methods and results with reference to published literature
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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| 050701 | $592.00 | $592.00 | not applicable | $3,435.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
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.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Assessment | Literature Review (20%)|Practical Report (20%)|Test (20%)|Scientific Manuscript (40%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
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Required readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator. |
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| Recommended | Recommended readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator. |
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