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Course: |
ZOO 135
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Title: | Fish & Invertebrate Husbandry |
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Long Title: | Fish and Invertebrate Husbandry |
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Course Description: | Teaches the student fish and aquatic invertebrate biology and husbandry. Course provides the student with a working knowledge in the care of aquatic life, including management of closed systems. |
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Min Credit: | 4 |
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REQUIRED COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Develop an understanding of fish anatomy and physiology and identify and incorporate ichthyologic terminology.
2. Research and determine care requirements for a variety of fishes.
3. Develop and understanding of lighting, heating, filtration, water conditioning and the nitrogen cycle.
4. Identify, set-up and manage closed aquaria systems, fresh water and marine.
5. Develop an understanding of aquatic invertebrate anatomy and physiology and identify and incorporate invertebrate terminology.
REQUIRED TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. The Origins of the Fish
A. Classification
B. Basic anatomy
C. Physiology
II. Behavior and Communication
A. Reproduction and breeding
III. Filtration in the Aquarium
A. Biological filtration
B. Heating and lighting
IV. Setting up an Aquarium
A. Cycling
B. Communal living
C. Maintenance guidelines
V. Aquatic Invertebrates
A. Classification
B. Anatomy
C. Physiology
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