S2B Diploma in Aquaculture as at 14th May, 2002
Diploma in Aquaculture
Abbreviation: DipAq
Course code: S2B
Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6324 3801
Introductory comments
This 2-year full-time course is offered by the Faculty of Science and Engineering and is
available at Launceston. Subject to attendance and timetable requirements, part-time
enrolment may be possible.
Admission & prerequisites
Satisfactory achievement (SA) or better in a minimum of two pre-tertiary ‘C’ subjects.
There are no specific TCE subject prerequisites.
Course objectives
The Diploma course aims to produce aquacultural technicians who have a sound
understanding of the scientific bases of aquaculture as well as advanced technical skills. In
addition to fostering reliability, the course emphasises the development of skills which
lead to independence in the work place and the ability to work in a team situation.
Theoretical, technical and practical training is complemented by a minimum of two weeks
of work experience in industry.
Career outcomes
The practical nature of this course, together with the current expansion of the aquaculture
industry, ensures ready employment as farm workers throughout Australia. Graduates are
able to work in all facets of aquaculture, including fish, shellfish and algal culture as well
as in hatcheries. This course is fully articulated with the degree courses for students who
wish to continue with their aquaculture education.
Course structure
The Diploma in Aquaculture is a 2-year course (4 semesters) in which students are
required to undertake core and elective studies in a range of disciplines, in physical
sciences, applied science and aquaculture.
Schedule A outlines the sequence of units for each semester.
Articulation
Credit for appropriate studies completed in TAFE and other university courses may be
granted by the Faculty.
The Diploma also articulates to the Bachelor of Aquaculture
Schedule A
Unit title
Year 1
Mathematics for
Aquaculture
Chemistry for Life
Sciences
campus-sem
weight
code
L1
12.5%
KMA162
L1
12.5%
KJC161
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S2B Diploma in Aquaculture as at 14th May, 2002
Zoology for
Aquaculture
Computer
Applications
Biological
Chemistry
Aquatic Ecology I
Introductory
Aquaculture
Technology
Unspecified elective
Year 2
General
Microbiology
Technology for
Aquaculture
Data Handling and
Statistics 1
Applied Algology
Finfish Culture [a]
Molluscan Culture
L1
12.5%
KQA110
H1~L1~B1v
12.5%
KXA153
L2
12.5%
KJC162
L2
L2
12.5%
12.5%
KQA121
KQA124
L1
12.5%
KQA207
L1
12.5%
KQA214
H2~L1/2
12.5%
KMA153
L1
L2
L2
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%
KQA220
KQA241
KQA242
12.5%
KQA243
12.5%
KQA212
[a]
Crustacean &
L2
Zooplankton
Culture [a]
Aquatic Ecology II L2
[a] Practicum (Diploma)
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Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
Additional Information
The following information answers some frequently asked questions.
Note, however, details should be confirmed with the appropriate authority
Responsible faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Engineering
Campus(es) offered | Launceston
Mode of delivery | Full time | Part time
Course duration | 2 years minimum (4 semesters) | 4 years maximum (8 semesters)
Majors and Specialisations | Launceston majors: aquaculture
Costs (course fees only – annual) | HECS: YES
Students enrolled in this course | Total students enrolled this year: 24
Approximate student-staff contact hours | 20 hrs 26 wks
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