Aquaculture and Aquatic Science

The Aquaculture and Aquatic Science AAS program is a ThinkPad University curriculum in which the use of laptop computers is integrated into courses. This major provides fundamental training in aquaculture, fisheries biology, limnology and aquatic biology. Students receive a broad-based education by exploring diverse subject matter in aquaculture and aquatic sciences. Practical, hands-on experience is emphasized using an operational aquaculture complex and a wide assortment of laboratory and field equipment.

First Year
Fall Semester		Cr.
NATR 144 NATR 150 NATR 156 ENGL 101 MATH 102 CITA 100 HIST	Seminar in Environmental Resources Aquaculture Aquaculture Practicum I Language and Composition Algebra & Trigonometry II Intro. to Computer Concepts and Applications 101, 102, 103, or 104 (as advised)	1 3 1 3 3 2 3
	Total	16
Spring Semester
NATR 101 NATR 158 NATR 256 NATR 252 BIOL 235 ENGL	General Ecology Fish Nutrition Aquaculture Practicum II Fish Ecology and Management Microbiology I English 112, 121, or 102 (as advised)	3 2 1 3 4 3
	Total	16

Second Year
Fall Semester		Cr.
NATR 152 NATR 250 NATR 257 AGEN 110 ECON 100 CHEM	Fish Reproduction Aquatic Ecology Aquaculture Practicum III Small Power Equipment Introduction to Macroeconomics Chemistry (as advised)	2 3 1 2 3 4
	Total	15
Spring Semester
NATR 254 NATR 258 AGEN 120 BSAD Elective	Fish Health Management Aquaculture Practicum IV Water Supply & Sanitation Business Elective (as advised) Technical Electives (as advised)	3 1 2 3 8
	Total	17
	*Demonstrated proficiency through MAGN 101 (Elementary Algebra) is required for this program.

Suggested Electives**		Cr.
AGRO 110 CITA 123 MATH MATH 141 CHEM NATR 100 NATR 110 NATR 130 NATR 140 NATR 142 NATR 210 NATR 213 NATR 232 MATH 141 BIOL 120 BIOL 121 BIOL 236 BSAD 104 BSAD 215 ENSC 106 ENSC 107 AGBS 230	Soil Science Information Systems Concepts and Applications Mathematics (as advised) Statistics Chemistry (as advised) Introduction to Forestry & Natural Resources Natural Resources Measurement North AMerican Waterfowl Geology Plane Surveying Dendrology Computer Assisted & Photogrammetric Mapping Wildlife Ecology and Management Statistics General Biology I General Biology II Microbiology II Organizational Behavior Human Resource Management Pesticide Use & Handling Integrated Pest Management Agricultural Business Management	3 1 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 3 3 4 4 4 3 3 2 1 2
	**See Aquaculture and Aquatic Science advisor for acceptable electives

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, a successful graduate will be able to:

• Describe the state of the aquaculture and aquatic science profession and potential career opportunities.
• Utilize the developed expertise in concepts, theories, and emerging methodologies to succeed in tackling real-world issues in aquaculture and aquatic science.
• Conduct himself/herself in a manner consistent with an embodied sense of environmental stewardship.
• Assess, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information objectively and deal professionally and ethically with clients, the public, and agency personnel.
• Utilize oral and computer communication skills necessary to interact in the profession.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge and competency in taxonomy and natural history of aquatic flora and fauna of the northeast.
• Demonstrate hands-on experience in aquatic sampling inventory and measurement techniques.
• Become an independent, self-motivated professional with the ability to recognize problems in their field of aquaculture and aquatic science and apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Utilize existing technology, products, and services to maximize work efficiency and success.
• Practice a collaborative spirit in team-efforts and project coordination.

Career Opportunities

A variety of career opportunities are available for graduates of the Aquaculture and Aquatic Science AAS program. Such opportunities include federal, state, and private hatchery technician; aquatic biologist; fisheries technician; and environmental science technician.

Many graduates are also transferring into a number of 4-year programs at major universities throughout the United States or pursuing the Renewable Resources B.Tech. program offered in our Department.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or would like additional information regarding the program, please contact Prof. Laurie Trotta, the program coordinator. Professor Trotta may also be reached by phone at (315) 684-6240.