Aquaculture (NCMCRS)

KQA102

2010  KQA102  Ecology of Aquatic Sustainability

Unit Level: Introductory

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Not Offered

DESCRIPTION

The unit provides an introduction to aquatic animal population biology and the ecological theory and assessment of environmental impact in aquatic environments. Processes influencing the population biology of aquatic animals are examined, the methods by which the parameters of growth, recruitment and mortality are estimated, and the effects of human exploitation of wild aquatic populations (using fisheries case studies). The alternative of sustainable aquaculture is then examined. Key ecological and environmental issues associated with intensive aquaculture in aquatic environments are presented. Provides an introduction to methods for describing and analysing the response of aquatic communities to environmental disturbance, and guidelines for the design of environmental impact studies in aquatic systems.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: end-of-sem theory exam (50%), practical reports and assignment (50%)

TEACHING PATTERN: 2-hr lecture, 3-hr practical weekly (13 wks)

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Resource supported teaching & learning - L
Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
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