AQUACULTURE FEED AND NUTRITION

About this Course

  • 3 students enrolled
  • 7 instructors

Course Description

The "Aquaculture Feed and Nutrition" course delves into the principles and practices of formulating nutritionally balanced and cost-effective feeds for various aquaculture species. Students will explore the nutritional requirements of fish and shellfish, including essential proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. The course covers ingredient selection, diet formulation techniques, and the technological processes involved in feed production. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between nutrition and fish health, growth, and disease resistance. Practical sessions will provide hands-on experience in creating and analyzing feed compositions. Additionally, the course addresses current challenges in sustainable aquaculture, such as the use of alternative protein sources and reducing the environmental impact of feed production. This comprehensive program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to advance in the field of aquaculture nutrition and contribute to the development of sustainable feeding practices.

Course Learning Outcomes

1 ) Demonstrate the understanding in feed formulation suited to the organism requirements.
2 ) Perform feed formulation techniques for aquatic organisms.
3 ) Interpret the importance and requirements of nutrients in finfish.

Course Details

STATUS : Open
DURATION : FLEXIBLE
EFFORT : 3 hours per week
MODE : 100% Online
COURSE LEVEL : Beginner
LANGUAGE : English
CLUSTER : Science & Technology ( ST )

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 Syllabus

Nutrients and Nutritional Requirements
Metabolism and body maintenance: fish versus terrestrial livestock

Feeds for different life history stages
Fishmeal and fish oil: a reduced reliance on these feed ingredients
Organic contaminants in fish and fish feeds
Physiological effects of organic contaminants
Fishmeal as a protein source in aqua-feeds
‘Alternative’ protein sources in aqua-feeds
The need for marine fish oils in aqua-feeds

Nutrition of Fish
Energy Requirements
Protein Requirements, Amino Acids, Peptides
Lipids
Vitamin Requirements
Mineral Requirements
Other Dietary Components

Microorganisms
Terrestrial Plants
Algae
Chitin
Plant Saponins
Nucleotides

Diet Formulation and Processing
Feeding Aquatic Animals
Other Warm water Fish
Time of First Feeding
Feed Calculations
Aquatic Plants
Probiotics

Feeding methods and routines: assessment of satiation
Automatic feeding systems
Environmental Protection and Related Issues

Nutrigenomics
Economics and Food Safety

Our Instructor

ROS ANIZAH BINTI MI'AD

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Mukah 2

NORLIZA BINTI ABDULLAH

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Mukah 2

ARIF AZIZI BIN CHE HARUN

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Mukah 2

PRESSCA ANAK NEGING

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Mukah 2

NURAIN BINTI JOHAR

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Mukah 2

NUR NADIA QAUSAR BINTI JUHARI

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Mukah 2

 Frequently Asked Questions

A1 : The course focuses on understanding the nutritional requirements of various aquaculture species, formulating balanced diets, and learning the processes involved in feed production and quality control.

A2 : Typically, a background in biology, marine science, animal science, or a related field is required. Basic knowledge of nutrition and chemistry is also beneficial.

A3 : The course is divided into theoretical lectures, practical lab sessions, and project work. It covers topics such as nutrient requirements, ingredient selection, diet formulation, feed manufacturing, and sustainability in aquaculture nutrition.

A4 : The course equips students with the knowledge and practical skills needed for roles in feed formulation, production management, research, and consultancy within the aquaculture industry.

A5 : Graduates can pursue careers as aquaculture nutritionists, feed technologists, production managers, researchers, or consultants in both the public and private sectors.

A6 : The course covers sustainable practices such as using alternative protein sources, reducing environmental impacts of feed production, and improving feed conversion efficiency.