6845 AQUACULTURE I

 

Open to: Grades 10-12 Credit/Weight: 2.0 units/4.0
Prerequisite: Selection, Biology Course Length: 2 terms/Full year

 

Aquaculture I is the scientific study of the production, culture and harvest of plants, animals, and other organisms that live in a water environment. This course will include detailed studies of the history of process and commercial aspects of aquaculture in hands on approach. Topics to be covered are career opportunities, safety, history, water chemistry and management, aquaculture systems, aquatic biology, and commercial applications. Crops to be included Catfish, edible vegetables, and Tilapia. Students will be required to maintain and establish microecosystems with fish/invertebrates. This aquaculture study includes classroom and hands-on experiences that will prepare students for employment or continuing education in the education field.

A $35 lab fee is required.
                                                                              

 6846 AQUACULTURE II

 

Open to: Grades 10-12 Credit/Weight: 2.0 units/4.0
Prerequisite: Selection, Aquaculture I Course Length: 2 terms/Full year

 

Aquaculture II is the scientific study of the production, culture and harvest of saltwater plants, animals, and other
organisms that live in a marine environment. This course will include a year long study of the process and commercial aspects of marine aquaculture as it relates to growth and release of native species. Topics to be covered are career opportunities, safety, history, water chemistry and management, aquaculture systems, marine biology, and restoration projects. Crops to be included Speckled trout, Croaker, Shrimp, and Oysters. Students will be required to maintain and establish micro-ecosystems with fish/invertebrates. This aquaculture study includes classroom and hands-on experiences that will prepare students for employment or continuing education in the education field such as Department of Marine Resources or Gulf Coast Research Lab.

A $35 lab fee is required.