AQU
101 INTRODUCTION TO AQUACULTURE
Fall /Spring
Introduction to Aquaculture presents the history, scope, common methods,
and future of fish farming in the United States and, more specific all y,
in Illinois . Since it is new and the second fastest growing industry in
agriculture, effective instruction is essential for the success of aquaculture.
Illinois is a "water rich" state with extensive aquaculture opportunities.
This course prepares prospective fish farmers for a new, budding industry.
Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): None
AQU 102 FRESHWATER PRAWN PRODUCTION
Fall /Spring
Students will be introduced to fresh water shrimp farming in southern Illinois
. They will learn the design and construction of ponds, sources of water,
management of water quality, oxygenation systems, disease control, feeding
schedules and harvesting. Also important are the development of budgets,
business plans and the marketing of shrimp. Students will be introduced to
government regulations and the application of permits.
Credit: 3 hours – Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): None.
AQU 103 AQUACULTURE WATER QUALITY
Spring
Aquaculture Water Quality is a one credit hour course that focuses on establishing
and maintaining high quality water for aquaculture production. Students will
be taught limnological concepts related to water quality. Water source selection,
testing procedures and methods to improve water quality will be discussed
and demonstrated. In addition, students will learn rules and regulations
pertinent to aquaculture operations.
Credit: 1 hour - .5 lecture and one lab hour per week.
Prerequisite(s): None
AQU 104 POND AND CAGE CULTURE
Fall /Spring
Pond and Cage Culture is a one credit hour course that focuses on aquaculture
production of food fish utilizing the two most common production methods,
pond and cage culture. Students will be taught the fundamentals of proper
pond and cage construction, management and harvesting techniques. Selection
of culture species will also be addressed. In addition, students will learn
rules and regulations pertinent to aquaculture operations.
Credit: 1 hour - .5 lecture and one lab hour per week.
Prerequisite(s): None
AQU 105 CULTURED SPECIES
Fall
This course examines the most common aquatic species cultured in southern
Illinois . Students will explore brook stock selection, spawning techniques,
hatchery, nursery and grow-out operations of both fish and crustacean species.
Production costs, processing requirements and marketability are contrasted
and compared. Local, state and federal government regulations are also reviewed.
Credit: 3 hours – Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): None
AQU 106 LIMNOLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
Fall
An introductory course to the chemical, physical and biological characteristics
of freshwater lakes and ponds commonly used for aquaculture in southern Illinois
. Students will learn sampling, testing and analysis of collected data to
take corrective measures which promote optimum growth and health of cultured
species.
Credit: 3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): None
AQU 199 AQUACULTURE INTERNSHIP
By Request
This course provides the aquaculture student practical experience working
with aquaculture businesses within the area. Students will have an opportunity
to apply learning objectives of the aquaculture program to real world situations.
Credit: 2 hours – 10 lab hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Career Development-INT 111 and consent of the instructor.
AQU 201 FISH FARM DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE
Spring
Concept, economics, construction and operation are major elements in the
development of any business, especi all y aquaculture. This course explores
the different types of fishery designs: closed, semi-closed and open systems
are compared and contrast.
Credit: 3 hours – Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): None
AQU 202 FISH HEALTH
Spring
This course is a discussion of the most common parasitic, bacterial and
viral fish diseases. Topics include fish health assessment, laboratory techniques,
chemical treatments, and government regulations.
Credit: 3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): None
