Course Descriptions
AQUA-10 Introduction to World Aquaculture
(2 units lecture) CR/NC option CSU This course is designed to
provide students with a practical overview of dynamic world
aquaculture to include: history, present status and future,
with emphasis placed on the importance of aquaculture in
the world food supply. Will include general culture concepts
and techniques of various species in various geographic
regions. This course will emphasize the strong relationship
between Aquaculture and Agriculture and its vital role to the
continuance of the human race.
AQUA-15 Introduction to Fishery Biology
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU A study of the natural
history and ecology of major commercial fish and shellfish
including identification, anatomy, life history, food habits,
age and growth, and pollution in relationship to North Coast
California fish and shellfish. Laboratory examination of local
fishes will be related to factors listed above. Note: Boots and
rain gear are required. Field trips are required. The College does not
provide transportation.
AQUA-21 Applied Salmonid Propagation
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU This course is designed
to demonstrate and involve students in experimental
spawning, fertilization, incubation and culture techniques
of salmonid fishes. Topics will include: selective breeding
programs, gamete storage techniques, triploiding and sex
specific production. The class is divided into small groups
that are given opportunities to initiate and follow through on
propagation and genetic experiments on specific populations
of salmonid fishes. Accurate research and development
laboratory practices to include record keeping and data
analysis will be emphasized.
AQUA-25 Non-Salmonid Fish Cultures
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU Concepts and culture
practices as applied to freshwater (other than Salmonids),
brackish, marine fish, and shellfish including environmental
requirements, life history, reproductive cycle as it relates
to natural recruitment vs. hatcheries, grow-out systems,
methods of harvesting, processing, and marketing. Laboratory
work includes culturing of selected species and visiting local
aquaculture sites. Note: Field trips are required. The College does
not provide transportation.
AQUA-33 Commercial Invertebrates
(3 units lecture) Grade Only CSU A course covering all
invertebrate species caught commercially in North America.
Areas covered include methods used to harvest species, brief
life history of each species, and, if applicable, how they are
cultured.
AQUA-41 Applied Northcoast Fisheries
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU An in-depth study of
aquatic ecosystems in relation to anadromous salmonids and
other anadromous and resident fishes of northcoast streams
and lagoons. To include physical, chemical and biological
factors of coastal watershed ecosystems from the headwaters
to the estuary. Emphasis will be placed on familiarization
with stream survey techniques and related fisheries agency
criterion. An introduction to habitat restoration theory and
application will also be included.
AQUA-42A Fish Habitat Improvement
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU This course is designed
to provide students with knowledge and experience in
stream surveying, design and implementation of stream
enhancement projects and monitoring and evaluation of the
same. Stream hydrology, fish biology and stream ecology are
covered beyond the basic level. Specific interests and goals of
individual students are taught to their appropriate level.
AQUA-150 Introduction to Northcoast Fisheries
(2 units lecture) CR/NC option This course is designed as a
comprehensive introduction to the history, present situation
and future of California North Coast fisheries resources. Topics
include ramifications of user groups on the resource, political
and social implications, forest harvest impacts, environmental
impacts of other land usage, and laws and regulations
designed to protect and enhance the fisheries resources.
Emphasis is on anadromous salmonids, other coastal-rivers,
near-inland and offshore fisheries resources. Representatives
of the major user groups will contribute as guest lecturers
when appropriate.
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