Post-Diploma Certificate in Aquaculture Farm Management & Sustainability (PDC3 in Specialist Diploma in Aquaculture Management & Technology)
About This Course
This course equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage and operate aquaculture farms while adhering to industry regulations. Students will learn to navigate the complexities of farm management while upholding responsible and ethical practices within the regulatory landscape. Students will also delve into the principles and practices of sustainable aquaculture, focusing on responsible environmental stewardship and social responsibility. Innovative strategies will be explored to reduce the industry's ecological footprint, promote biodiversity conservation, and minimize negative impacts on aquatic ecosystems.
What You'll Learn
This subject covers the specific needs of farm operations from environmental and regulatory perspectives. Students will learn about biosecurity management strategies in farm operations that helps to reduce economic losses and environmental-related impacts caused by disease outbreak. Regulatory requirements for disease reporting and guide on good record keeping practices that supports responsible aquaculture practices will also be covered.
*Candidates will be awarded with Singapore Standard for Good Aquaculture Practice (SS-GAP) after completing this subject.
2. Sustainable Aquaculture
This subject covers the principles of sustainability and sustainable aquaculture practices. Students will 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. Through case studies and interactive discussions, students will develop a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness between aquaculture and environmental sustainability.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for Academic CET is a Polytechnic Diploma or ITE Technical Diploma / Technical Engineer Diploma / Work-Learn Technical Diploma in Science, Technical, Engineering, Math (STEM) or equivalent;
or a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent;
or a Post-Secondary Certificate with at least 5 years of relevant working experience.