Level 3 - Marine Aquaculture
| Subject Area: | Course code: | Course Type: |
| Wildlife, Ecology & Conservation | CM220A01/21/2 | Further Education |
- Level 3 - Marine Aquaculture
- Course Information
- Overview
- Dates & Fees
- Materials Required
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Course Information
Expansion of Aquaculture in Dorset and nationally will require the expertise of a skilled workforce. This new programme has been developed in partnership with Dorset and East Devon Fisheries Local Action Group (FLAG) and local employers to those looking to enter the industry and those already involved.
Alongside a Advanced Technical Extended Diploma students will gain the essential skills and knowledge to succeed in this fast moving and progressive industry. Extensive work placements and employer engagement will ensure content is relevant and students gain the expertise to progress directly into employment of continue on to study at a higher level.
Overview
Qualification
- Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Land and Wildlife Management (Fisheries) (1080)
Course Content
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Principles of Health and Safety
Industry machinery operations
Population surveys, ecology and conservation
Principles of physical and biological environmental processes
Undertake estate skills
Water quality
Fish Biology
Fishery management
Fresh water and Wetland Management
Fish Health
Warm water and marine aquaculture
Undertake a specialist project
Aquatics Welfare and Breed Development
Cyprinid Farming
Fresh water captive environment
Saltwater captive environments
The programme will also include an industry placement, enrichment and careers education.
Entry Requirements
- 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, maths and a science OR a relevant Level 2 Certificate at Distinction level OR an appropriate. Mature students lacking formal qualifications will also be considered.
Next Steps
- Into employment of Higher Education.
Career Opportunities
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A range of positions in the ever growing field of Aquaculture
Such as:
Aquaculture consultant
Technician
Hatchery Manager
Dates & Fees
Dates & Times| Start date: | End date: | Start time: | End time: |
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| 06-Sep-2021 | 23-Jun-2023 | 9.00 a.m. | 4.00 p.m. |
| Mode of attendance |
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| Day of the week | Number of sessions |
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| 3days pw TBC |
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There are no course fees for eligible students aged 16-18. Students aged 19-25 may also be eligible for government funding or a student loan depending on their circumstances. |
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There are no course fees for eligible students aged 16-18. Students aged 19-25 may also be eligible for some government funding or a student loan depending on their circumstances. Assessment fees for additional qualifications, trips and visits - usually between £80 and £150 per year. |
Materials Required
Basic Stationery; Suitable Outdoor Clothing - The clothing must be suitable for environment, weather and time of year, Protective Overalls, Steel Toe Capped Work Boots, Steel Toe Capped Wellington Boots, Hi Vis yellow vest. KMC Uniform (polo shirt and sweat shirt).