Prerequisites: MAT 120 or MAT 125 or consent of instructor. Aquaculture eco nomics, m arketing cha nnels an d cons umer preferences for fish products will be presented. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)
Spawning Techniques 4
An overview of basic biology of fish reproduction and techniques of artificial spawning for common aquaculture species. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)
3
Prerequisite: AQU 422 or consent of instructor. An overview of alt ernative pro duction m ethods i ncluding po nds, ca ges, net-pens, raceways, and recirculating systems with application to suitable species. (Three hours of lecture per week)
4
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. A survey of theory and practice into the understanding and manipulation of the biological, chemical, and physical aspects of water quality in aquaculture production. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)
1-4
Prerequisite: Consent of advisor. Intensive experience involving practical on-site participation working at an aquaculture facility (University, state, or private).
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. An overview of fish genetics including basic principles and methods of selective breeding in aquaculture.
3
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Basic principles of experimental design and data analysis with emphasis on their applications in aquaculture research.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. An in-depth study of clinical diagnosis of fish diseases; necropsy of diseased fish; and formulation of corrective measures for disease control. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)
4
Prerequisite: Consent of i nstructor. A no overview of fish morphology and physiology with emphasis on comparative and adaptive aspects among Osteichthyes (true bony fish). (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)
3
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. A graduate approach to the study of fish nutrition including nutrient requirements, nutrient chemistry, ration formulation, and practical feeding. (Three hours of lecture per week)
3
Introduction to principles underlying aquatic productivity and management with a survey of domestic and foreign cultures of fish and aquatic vertebrates.
Prerequisite: Consent of i instructor. A quaculture economics, marketing channels and consumer preferences for fish products will be presented. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)
Spawning Techniques 4
An overview of basic biology of fish reproduction and techniques of artificial spawning for common aquaculture species. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. An overview of alternative production methods including ponds, cages, net-pens, raceways, and recirculating systems with application to suitable species.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. A survey of theory and practice into the understanding and manipulation of the biological, chemical, and physical aspects of water quality in aquaculture production. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)
Prerequisite: C onsent of i nstructor. I ntensive e xperience involving practical on-site participation working at an aquaculture facility (University, state, or private) for graduate students.
Laboratory or field research on approved thesis topic in aquaculture or related aquatic sciences.
AQU 601: Thesis 1/3
Preparation of research based thesis on approved topic.
AQU 699: Research and Thesis Completion 1-9
Prerequisite: Consent of aquaculture graduate student coordinator or major professor. This course is to permit the completion of research and thesis. Graded pass/fail.
An introduction to the major segments of the apparel industry. Emphasis is on designers, textile and apparel manufacturers, retail stores, and auxiliary fashion businesses.
3
A study of the influence that design, textiles, and manufacturing techniques have on the performance, appearance, and quality of apparel and accessory products.