Fisheries and Mariculture (FAMA)

Formal presentation of the research activities conducted for the MS degree. To be taken the final semester of resident graduate study.

The study and hands-on application of biological, mechanical, and other concepts required to develop the skills and techniques necessary for efficient operation and management of public and private aquaculture facilities. By permission of instructor. Offered during Maymester.

The study of current concepts in aquatic animal nutrition including nutrient sources and requirements, deficiency effects, ingestive/digestive/metabolic processes, formulation and processing of feeds, and practical feeding considerations for selected aquatic species.

Identification, epizootiology and control of viral, bacterial, fungal, parasitic and nutritional diseases of commercially cultured molluscs, crustaceans and fish.

Overview of the rapidly expanding practice of restoring degraded marine, estuarine, and coastal ecosystems. Teaching methods will include lectures, discussion, paper critiques, field visits, and restoration plans. Course will explore ecological theory as it applies to restoration, restoration planning and implementation strategies, and controversies surrounding the practice of restoration.

Advanced study of theory and techniques in fisheries science including behavior of fisheries populations and applications to resource management with emphasis in tidal-influenced waters. Includes readings in the current literature and a research project. Cross-listed/stacked with BIOL 4328. Offered every Spring.

Designed to provide students with practical experience in the theory and application of traditional and modern fisheries sampling and management techniques with an emphasis on practical sampling design and data interpretation.  This is a hands-on field and laboratory based course that will develop skills that are commonly used by fisheries scientists and sought be future employers.

Data analysis is a critical component in fisheries research and management. Throughout this course, the students will learn to practice the series of data analysis and techniques that are relevant to fisheries science, with the aids of the personal computer software.

This course examines the unique requirements needed for aquariums and zoos to balance animal care and health with public display for general education and conservation research. Offered in Summer. Cross-listed with BIOL 4355, BIOL 5355.

Survey of physiological, behavioral, environmental and economic parameters governing the culture of selected aquatic species. Included are techniques and methods employed worldwide to produce various marine species. Offered every Spring. Cross-listed/stacked with BIOL 4370.

Thesis students must submit a completed proposal for their thesis project. A course section will be created for the student to enroll. Upon successful completion and submission of the proposal signed by the graduate committee of the student, students may then register for FAMA 5393 - Thesis Research.

Implementation of the Thesis Proposal, and the production of a rough draft of the thesis submitted to the graduate committee of the student for initial editing and comment. A course section will be created for the student to enroll.

Prerequisite: FAMA 5392.

Completion of the final draft of the thesis, signed by the graduate committee of the student and ready for binding and distribution. A course section will be created for the student to enroll.

Prerequisite: FAMA 5392 and 5393^*.
^* May be taken concurrently.

Completion of the final draft of the professional paper (professional track students), signed by the graduate committee. A course section will be created for the student to enroll.

Prerequisite: FAMA 5998.

The examination of water as an environmental medium and how it may be monitored and managed for maximizing the growth and survival of various aquatic species.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1411.

In?depth study and discussion of selected topics relevant to mariculture or fisheries. May be repeated when topics vary.

Study in areas of mariculture or fisheries interest.

Research related to the MS project. Students can only apply 6 hours of credit toward the MS degree in Fisheries and Mariculture with approval of the committee.

Professional Track students are required to undertake an extensive internship program with an approved agency, institution, or commercial operation to develop skills and techniques relating to fisheries science or the culture of aquatic species. Students will participate in internship activities at selected aquaculture or fisheries facilities. Permission of graduate committee chair.