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Aquaculture (NCMCRS)

KQA207

Enrolment Unit Code	Unit Title
KQA201	Intensive Algal Culture (Not Offered 2010)
KQA204	Scientific Analysis and Presentation for Aquaculture (Not Offered 2010)
KQA207	General Microbiology (Not Offered 2010)
KQA214	Technology for Aquaculture (Not Offered 2010)
KQA218	Applied and Environmental Microbiology (Not Offered 2010)
KQA220	Applied Algology (Not Offered 2010)
KQA241	Finfish Culture (Not Offered 2010)
KQA242	Molluscan Culture (Not Offered 2010)
KQA270	Aquaculture Professional Development (Not Offered 2010)
KQA271	Fish Health Management (Not Offered 2010)
KQA272	Intensive Molluscan Culture (Not Offered 2010)

2010 KQA207 General Microbiology

Unit Level: Intermediate

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Not Offered

DESCRIPTION

Is an introduction to microbial groups with special emphasis on their roles in disease and aquatic ecology. Microbial form and function (nutrition, metabolism and interrelationships) are discussed in the context of aquaculture and human health. Examples of microbial diseases are considered. Students are introduced to the practice of scientific method in learning the theory and practical skills of microbiology.

WEIGHT: 12.5%

ASSESSMENT: practical reports (20%), completed practical schedule (5%), laboratory diary (5%) 1,500-word essay (10%), semester test (10%), online test (5%), final 3-hr theory exam (45%)

TEACHING PATTERN: 2x1-hr lectures, 3-hr practical/tutorial weekly (13 wks)

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

Web dependent - L
Some parts of this unit will be taught online
Resource dependent teaching & learning - L
Independent study with provided resources replaces face-to-face or other classes (e.g. lectures)
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REQUISITE INFO

Prereq (S3T: 25% from Schedule A)

M.Excl CXA241

STAFF: Dr C Burke (Coordinator)

FEES
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KEY

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