Fishing and Aquaculture Courses in Perth
There are 4 courses available in Perth for people who want to study fishing and aquaculture.
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Aquaculture Manager
Fisheries Officer
Fisheries Scientist
Marine Biologist
Marine Conservationist
Oceanographer
The Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology) delves into marine organisms and their environmental interactions. Aimed at enthusiasts of marine life and coastal habitats, it addresses urgent challenges like climate change, resource depletion, and population growth. This course equips students to tackle global concerns such as the effects of tourism, pollution, and global warming on oceans. Graduates gain expertise in marine systems, ecological principles, environmental management, and acquire knowledge spanning from biology to oceanography..
Average duration: 3 years.
SFI50119
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Fisheries Officer
Aquaculture Manager
Become an operations manager at an aquaculture farm with the Diploma of Aquaculture (SFI50119). This nationally recognised diploma delivers a mix of leadership, administration, and aquaculture operational skills. The course covers: establishing an aquaculture facility, ensuring the sustainability and biosecurity of aquaculture operations, developing a stock nutrition and breeding strategy, developing stock production plans, culturing new species, auditing aquaculture operations, managing machinery and equipment, communicating with influence, hiring staff and developing your work team, managing budgets, and much more. This course is also suited to aquaculture consultants and industry advisors. Enquire now for the full list of study units, available specialisation units, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
SFI20119
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Hatchery Technician
Aquaculture Technician
Get ready for a career working at fish farms, hatcheries, and nurseries with the Certificate II in Aquaculture (SFI20119). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work safely at Australian workplaces handling fish stocks and using aquatic equipment and machinery. The course covers: working effectively in the seafood industry, feeding and maintaining fish stocks, preparing and dispatching live stock for transport, communication.
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Average duration: 6 months.
SFI30119
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Hatchery Technician
Aquaculture Technician
Get started in the Australia’s rapidly growing aquaculture sector with the Certificate III in SFI30119 Aquaculture. This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for operational roles at aquaculture farms, hatcheries, and nurseries. The course covers: caring for aquatic animals, maintaining aquascapes, feeding, predator control, undertaking effluent treatment and waste disposal, harvest and post-harvest activities. There is also scope for gaining skills in diving operational work. Enquire now for the full list fo study units, diving elective availability, and upcoming enrolment dates. .
Average duration: 6 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, there are course providers who offer qualifications in fishing and aquaculture in Perth. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
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