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Are you interested in sustainable food sources?
This qualification is suitable for those wanting to rise through the ranks and become leading hands and supervisors within the aquaculture industry. Once qualified and working in a leadership role you will be responsible for decision making and coordinating team activities such as feeding, construction, managing live feeds and overseeing water quality monitoring.
You will gain knowledge and skills in:
- Coordinating fish farming activities
- Monitoring and implementing emergency and safety procedures
- Controlling pests, predators and disease
- Handling food
- Handling and harvesting stock
- Maintaining water environments and
- Applying chemicals and biological agents.
Students must have a Certificate II in Aquaculture or equivalent training or industry experience.
Licensing, Legislation and Regulation Requirements
Licences for operating motor vehicles, tractors, forklifts, vessels, and other plant apply for some competencies. Occupational health and safety (OHS), food safety, and environmental protection regulations apply to aquaculture enterprises.
Certification
Upon successful completion you will receive a Certificate III in Aquaculture.
Job opportunities include:
- Aquaculture Technician
- Field or Fisheries Officer
- Fish Farm Operations Manager
- Nursery Assistant
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Please note: This list is a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
We offer a range of further study opportunities, view our course list here.
Study options and how to apply
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Semester 1, 2023
Batavia Coast Maritime Institute - Classroom - Coxswain program
Duration | 6 Semesters |
When | Semester 1, 2023 |
Where | Batavia Coast Maritime Institute |
How | Classroom - Coxswain program |
READY TO APPLY?
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FEES
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Batavia Coast Maritime Institute - Classroom - Land Operations program
Duration | 6 Semesters |
When | Semester 1, 2023 |
Where | Batavia Coast Maritime Institute |
How | Classroom - Land Operations program |
READY TO APPLY?
Use the APPLY NOW box to register and apply for this course. Our Lecturer will assess your application online. You can follow the Register & Apply guide here.
FEES
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