Introduces the diversity and phylogeny of the algae and their ecological and economic significance. The underlying principles of algal growth and their physiological response to light, temperature and nutrients are examined, and students are taught the theory and practice of growing algae in test tubes through to hatchery production scales. The nutritional value of microalgae for marine bivalve larvae and the impact of harmful algae on human health and aquaculture are reviewed. Skills acquired in this unit are directly employable in hatcheries and nurseries within the aquaculture industry.
WEIGHT:
12.5%
ASSESSMENT: final theory exam (50%), mid-sem practical exam (20%), practical assessments (30%)
FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS Note: Class attendance may still be required
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Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
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Units are offered in attending mode unless otherwise indicated (that is attendance is required at the campus identified). A unit identified as offered by distance, that is there is no requirement for attendance, is identified with a nominal enrolment campus. A unit offered to both attending students and by distance from the same campus is identified as having both modes of study.
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