An overview of fish genetics including basic principles and methods of selective breeding in aquaculture.

AQU 510 teaches students proper microscope use and an advanced approach to identifying various fish pathogens and plausible disease treatments. Writing will be emphasized by completing lab reports at an advanced scientific level.

An in-depth study of clinical diagnosis of fish diseases; necropsy of diseased fish; and formulation of corrective measures for disease control. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)

An overview of fish morphology and physiology with emphasis on comparative and adaptive aspects among Osteichthyes (true bony fish). (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)

An overview of applied aspects of fish and shrimp nutrition including digestive physiology, nutrient requirements, nutrient chemistry, practical feedstuffs, feed formulation, and feed manufacture. (Three hours of lecture per week).

Introduction to principles underlying aquatic productivity and management with a survey of domestic and foreign cultures of fish and aquatic vertebrates.

An overview of basic biology of fish reproduction and techniques of artificial spawning for common aquaculture species.

AQU 527 may be taken concurrently. This course will provide practical training and skills on investigation of reproductive system in fish and spawning techniques for several aquaculture species.

An overview of alternative production methods including ponds, cages, net/pens, raceways, and recirculating systems with application to suitable species.

An overview of the Aquaponic production systems including the aquaculture and hydroponic components, as well as their interactions and management.

A survey of theory and practice into the understanding and manipulation of the biological, chemical, and physical aspects of water quality in aquaculture production. (Three hours of lecture, two hours of laboratory per week)

AQU 561 teaches students advances water quality principles related to pond management. Laboratories include use of equipment, solving water quality problems and doing in-depth analysis of a specific body of water.

Intensive experience involving practical on-site participation working at an aquaculture facility (University, state, or private) for graduate students. CREDIT: 1 TO 4 SEMESTER HOURS.

Laboratory or field research on approved thesis topic in aquacul­ture or related aquatic sciences

Preparation of research based thesis on approved topic. CREDIT: 1 TO 3 SEMESTER HOURS.