Aquaculture

Course Descriptions for Aquaculture

AQUA-15 Introduction to Fishery Biology
CSU (3 units LEC/LAB)
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 and the College does not provide transportation.

AQUA-42 Fish Habitat Improvement
CSU (3 units LEC/LAB)
An introduction to applied salmonid stream restoration techniques with an emphasis on North Coast anadromous fisheries. Topics include the historical importance of the salmon fishery, salmonid life history, reproduction requirements and watershed health. Field activities include installing log stream habitat improvement structures and riparian habitat improvements utilizing power equipment, hand tools, anchoring equipment/supplies and mechanical advantage come-along systems.


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