Aquaculture (NCMCRS)

KQA370

2010  KQA370  Aquaculture Professional Development

Unit Level: Advanced

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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SPECIAL NOTE:  offered from 2006

OFFERINGS

Not Offered

DESCRIPTION

Aquaculture Professional Development provides professional training and experience in a range of aquaculture facilities. Students must spend at least 8 weeks (40 days) during their first 2.5 years of the Aquaculture Degree course carrying out work experience to fulfil the requirements of the Degree. They must spend not less than two weeks on commercial farms. They may work on farms, in laboratories, in government departments or in factories engaged in aquacultural activities. Activities such as participation in scientific expeditions or attending vocational training courses (diving, first aid, coxswain's ticket, etc) may also be considered after prior approval by the unit coordinator. The choice of several venues will broaden perspectives and experience of at least one commercial operation is essential. On successful completion of this unit, students should be capable of: (a) appreciating the daily routine on an aquaculture installation; (b) discussing culture and management problems associated with the aquaculture enterprises or institutions visited; (c) comprehending management procedures; and (d) putting aquaculture and scientific theory into practice. The unit also includes assessments based on a work experience seminar and written reports. Work placement is approved and reporting is monitored by the School work experience coordinator. The unit and assessment also includes workshops on career planning, job application, resume writing and interview skills.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: Professional placement for 40 days, satisfactory completion of placement paperwork, continuous assessment (diary, seminar, reports) 100%

TEACHING PATTERN: 3 hrs tutorials weekly, 40 days work placement

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
   Flexible scheduling - L
You can attend some classes out of normal teaching hours; e.g. weekend blocks, summer schools etc
About Flexible Study Options

STAFF: Dr J Purser (Coordinator), Ms J Daniel

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