The principal aim of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the properties of fluids and to introduce fundamental laws and description of fluid behaviour and flow. Dynamic flow analysis inclusive of technique in solving flow problems is introduced especially to determine flow measurement, mass or volumetric flow rate, momentum in flow and loss in pipe network to aquatic system.

The subject covers concepts and principles of aquatic systems for recirculating systems in an aquaculture farm. Maintenance and installation of high tech life support system (lss) for various groups of aquatic animals as well as costs of production and resource needs will also be covered.

This subject covers the knowledge and skills on water quality and water treatment in aquaculture systems. The topics included techniques for water quality testing and remote monitoring.

This subject covers the study of patterns and processes in the natural world and their modification by human activities. Major environmental issues such as global climate system and climate change, and native issues relating to the environment in the context of aquaculture will be discussed. This subject will survey some key environmental science topics at an introductory level, and ultimately consider the sustainability of human activities.

This subject covers the basic concepts and principles of biodiversity and ecosystems in marine, brackish and freshwater environment with emphasis on the ecological concepts pertinent to aquaculture systems. Key differences between a natural aquatic system and artificial aquatic ecosystem will be discussed.

This subject will explore the principles of sustainability and the technologies enabling it. Student will also explore the cultivation of aquatic organism for commercial purposes with positive impact on the environment, such as contributing to local social community development and generating an economic profit.

This subject gives students a sound understanding of seafood processing and handling methods. Students will learn wet processing methods, high and low temperature preservation techniques, sashimi handling as well as traditional preservation methods of smoking, salting, canning, drying and low pH. During practical, students will learn the importance of good cleaning and sanitation practices. In addition, the methods and techniques associated with the storage and transportation of live crustaceans, bivalve molluscs and finfish will be explained and demonstrated.

This subject is intended to broaden exposure of students to current and relevant topics and issues in the local and global aquaculture through discussion and dialogue with both academics and industry players. It will cover broad areas such as aquaculture biology, global aquatic pollution, antimicrobial resistance/use in aquaculture, food security through sustainable farming, vertical and underground farming and the use of natural resources.

This subject provides a framework for student to solve practical problems, conduct research work and/or develop studies, through a self-directed aquaculture project.

This subject covers the specific needs when designing and operating farms from environmental and regulatory perspectives. Regulatory requirements for disease reporting and guide on good record keeping practices that provides supporting evidence of good farm practices and facilitating trade will be covered. Common food safety hazards in aquaculture to qualify for standards and guidelines for food safety in aquaculture products, as well as SFA’s food safety sampling programme will be highlighted as well.

The subject covers the fundamental principles of economics for understanding how individuals and aquaculture firms make decisions. It will focus on the various aspects of the product market: demand and supply, elasticity, market competition, product differentiation.

This subject covers the essentials of a business plan. The subject highlights the impact of the aquaculture markets, competitors as well as business strategies on businesses. It addresses the roles of aquaculture operations and management team, the significance of financial forecasts and financing requirements to the organisation. Business continuity and contingency plans (such as handling emergencies and equipment on standby for deployment, manpower calculations required to handle such emergencies) will also be covered.