Fisheries Science

Description

The course aims at studying the main terms and concepts of fisheries and aquaculture in orderrnto prepare the students to have the specialized courses of the two tracks fisheries andrnaquaculture later on.

Program

Fisheries Technology

Objectives

• A. Knowledge and UnderstandingrnAt the end of the course, students should be able to :rn1. Know the differences between various fisheries and aquaculture sectors.rn2. Understand the main items of fisheries sectors including fishermen, fishing gearsrnand methods.rn3. Know the basic identifications of different aquaculture systems.rn4. Understand processes, s and services of aquatic ecosystems.rnB. Intellectual SkillsrnThe course provides students with:rn1. Definitions of the important terms related to Fisheries and Aquaculture.rn2. The basic differentiation of different aquaculture systems.rn3. Knowledge about fishing methods used in the Mediterranean.rn4. Produce innovative design ideas and concepts.rnC. Professional and Practical skillsrnAt the end of the course, students should be able to :rn1. Understand the fishing gears and methods with the concept of using each method.rn2. Understand the basic design of aquaculture ponds earthen, concrete and fiberglassrntanks.rn3. Know basics of fish biology, population dynamics and fisheries management.rn4. Know operational aspects of fisheries.rnD. General and Transferable skillsrnAt the end of the course, students should be able to :rn1. Use the information on fisheries and aquaculture concepts and sectors as anrnimportant base for the specific courses that they have to study in the next levels.rn2. Understand the basics of fisheries management.rn3. Think critically.rn4. Identify knowledge gaps, innovation needs and opportunities.