Aquaculture: Systems Design

AQ3008 - Aquaculture: Systems Design

This subject discusses the factors which should be considered for the design of a system for culturing aquatic organisms. It addresses fundamental principles and concepts rather than describing how to grow a particular species. Therefore, as a result of studying this subject, students will be able to complete a design for a system for culturing any aquatic species. A sound knowledge of aquaculture practices will be assumed. This subject shares lectures, tutorials and practical classes with AQ3008.

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[Anti-requisite] AQ3008 AQ5808 Offerings: All

53911 Graduate Certificate of Science, 106904 Master of Science, 119504 Master of Marine Biology, 105006 Graduate Diploma of Science, 115804 Master of Science (Professional)

53911 Graduate Certificate of Science, 106904 Master of Science, 119504 Master of Marine Biology, 105006 Graduate Diploma of Science, 115804 Master of Science (Professional) Offerings: All

Students enrolling in this subject should have an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (eg marine biology, biology or aquaculture) or have acquired equivalent knowledge through other study or industry experience. They should have an excellent understanding of science subjects including basic biology, chemistry, aquaculture and statistics.

Students enrolling in this subject should have an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (eg marine biology, biology or aquaculture) or have acquired equivalent knowledge through other study or industry experience. They should have an excellent understanding of science subjects including basic biology, chemistry, aquaculture and statistics. Offerings: All

AQ5008 - Aquaculture: Systems Design

Evaluate appropriate site selection for aquaculture


Identify appropriate forms of infrastructure for an aquaculture enterprise


Assess the requirements for, and parameters to be considered, in the development and operation of an aquaculture system
