Aquarium Science

2 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Examines the history of animal keeping and present-day aquatic animal husbandry industries. Explores the biological processes occurring in the aquarium environment. Learn proper set-up and maintenance of home aquaria.

Offered as needed.

6 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.

Introduces aquatic animal husbandry work environment and the care of captive aquatic animals. Emphasize daily animal care and exhibit readiness.

Offered as needed.

6 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.

Builds upon the experiences gained in Practicum 1. Involves participation in a higher level of aquatic animal husbandry activities including animal health procedures, long-term record keeping, and life support systems training.

Prerequisite: AQS110.

Offered as needed.

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Examines the techniques used to present natural resource educational experiences to visitors. Emphasizes developing the skills to conduct informational research and assimilate information into a presentation that takes into account individual learning styles.

Offered as needed.

3 lab hrs/wk, 1 cr.

Provides the opportunity to work on an approved special project in aquarium science. Includes independent research in an area of interest or in-depth study in a particular aspect of aquarium science. Course may be repeated for a maximum of three credits.

F, W, Sp, Su

6 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.

Provides the opportunity to work on an approved special project in aquarium science. Topics may include independent research in an area of interest or in-depth study in a particular aspect of aquarium science. Course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

F, W, Sp, Su

9 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Provides the opportunity to work on an approved special project in aquarium science. Includes independent research in an area of interest or in-depth study in a particular aspect of aquarium science. Course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

F, W, Sp, Su

1 class hr/wk, 1 cr.

Focuses on industry professionals sharing their experiences about facility operations and challenges facing their organizations. Incorporates various topics each term.

3 lab hrs/wk, 1 cr.

Introduces the technical and safety components of scientific diving. Includes underwater activities related to fish identification and behavior analysis.

Prerequisite: enrollment in the Aquarium Science program and PE185SA or open-water diving certification from an internationally recognized certification agency or consent of instructor.

Sp

3 lab hrs/wk, 1 cr.

Continues the training of scientific divers in the safety aspects and techniques of underwater science activities.

Prerequisite: AQS186.

Sp, Su

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Examines the anatomy and physiology of freshwater and marine fishes and the constraints placed upon them in a controlled environment. Increases an understanding of fi sh behavior through the use of ethograms.

Prerequisite: BI103 or consent of instructor.

Offered as needed.

2 class hrs/wk, 2 cr.

Examines the history of captive shark and ray management, current regulations, legislation and conservation of elasmobranches. Emphasizes requirements associated with keeping a healthy population of elasmobranches.

Prerequisite: AQS100 or consent of instructor.

Sp

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Reviews the life history and captive care requirements of invertebrates commonly cultured in the aquatic animal industry/profession.

Prerequisite: BI103 or consent of instructor.

Offered as needed.

1 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.

Examines the basic husbandry requirements and the most commonly experienced health ailments of different phyla found in public aquarium animal collections. Reviews the natural history and wildpopulation status of selected species.

Prerequisite: BI103, enrollment in Aquarium Science program, or consent of instructor.

W

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Examines the nutritional requirements of fishes and invertebrates throughout their life history. Reviews the composition of fresh frozen feed and processed diets. Discusses industry standards for food handling and HACCP requirements.

Prerequisite: AQS215 and AQS220.

Offered as needed.

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Examines the reproductive strategies of fishes and invertebrates in a controlled environment and the manipulation of environmental and physiological parameters to initiate reproduction.

Prerequisite: AQS215 and AQS220.

Offered as needed.

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Examines the reproductive strategies of fi shes and invertebrates in a controlled environment, and the manipulation of environmental and physiological parameters that initiate reproduction. Explores the nutritional requirement of selected aquatic animals throughout their life history. Discusses industry standards for food handling and HACCP requirements.

Prerequisite: AQS215 and AQS220.

F

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Examines the role of life support systems in maintaining a balanced, stable aquatic environment. Presents how to design, construct, maintain, and troubleshoot semi-closed, closed, and open systems.

Prerequisite: eoncurrent enrollment in AQS215 and AQS220 or consent of instructor.

Offered as needed.

2 class hrs/wk, 2 cr.

Examines the use of fi sh in research and the ethical issues associated with this practice. Common procedures and research methodology such as anesthesia, biopsy, blood draws, minor surgeries, field study, behavioral techniques, and euthanasia will be presented.

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

F

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Examines the processes involved in natural resources-related exhibit development. Presents the issues, materials, and technologies associated with aquatic exhibit development. Emphasis is placed on integrating diverse goals, assimilating information, and coordinating personnel to ensure an effective exhibit team.

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in AQS270.

Offered as needed.

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Overviews the principles of exhibit development and interpretive presentations. Covers projects in exhibit planning, performing interpretive presentations, and writing interpretive pieces. Emphasizes the process of developing exhibits and interpretation from conceptual statement through fabrication, performance, or publication.

Prerequisite: AQS215 and AQS220, or consent of instructor.

W

3 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.

Reviews the common infectious and non-infectious diseases of captive fish and invertebrates. Examines the common techniques of fish and invertebrate health management.

Prerequisite: AQS215 and AQS220.

Offered as needed.

400 lab hrs, 12 cr.

Exposes students to the daily diligence, responsibilities, and rewards of the aquatic animal husbandry profession. Includes daily animal care and facility readiness routines, assisting life support staff and animal health management professionals, and evaluation of operational aspects of the facility.

Prerequisite: AQS111 and AQS270.

Offered as needed.