Vår 2014

BIO-3011 Advances in Aquaculture - 15 stp

The course is administrated by

Institutt for arktisk og marin biologi

Type of course

Theoretical and practical subjects

Course contents

The course is an advanced course in aquaculture covering topics such as fish genetics, fish disease and interactions between farmed and wild stocks. Focus is placed on relevant biotechnological developments and the sustainability of modern aquaculture practices. Commercial applications and ecological issues pertinent to fish biotechnologies and feed management are discussed. The course is organized in three theoretical and one practical module. The practical part is both field- and lab-based, and involves the delivery of activity reports.

Admission requirements

BIO-2506 Introduction to fish biologi and BIO-2508 Aquaculture I

Objective of the course

The course will give students information on recent advances in fish genetics, breeding, nutrition and health. Students having completed Bio-3011 Advances in Aquaculture are expected to: Have knowledge on principles of fish breeding, nutrition and health. Have understanding of the challenges facing modern aquaculture industry in particular with reference to environmental and conservation issues. Obtain practical experience (hands-on) in techniques of artificial fertilization, chromosome manipulation and useful molecular analytical tools. Are able to read and understand scientific literature.

Language of instruction

English

Teaching methods

Lectures, seminars and field/laboratory activities

Assessment

4 hour written exam (80%). Laboratory reports (20%). Grades (A to F)

Date for examination

Written exam 10.06.2014

The date for the exam can be changed. The final date will be announced at your faculty early in May and early in November.