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2002-2003 Graduate Catalog 
    
2002-2003 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SMS 420 - Fish Aquaculture


A survey of culture techniques used in growing common fish species, including salmon, trout, eels, catfish, bream and tilapia. Aspects of hatchery management and grow out will be discussed covering genetic selection, feeding, health management, fish farm structure, processing fish and environmental factors. Principles and examples of disease prevention and control, such as husbandry, treatment, vaccination, natural defenses and bio-security will be covered. Major diseases of farmed fish and control measures will be presented. Lec 2, Lab/Field 4. (Fall - even years.)

Prerequisites & Notes
SMS 211. Corequisite: SMS 320.

Credits: 4