Aquaculture Technician (NVQ 4)
Aquaculture Technician (NVQ 4)
This course has been designed to provide systematic and organized training to acquire the skills and knowledge required for performing aquaculture for maximizing the aquaculture production in a sustainable manner. This course is one of the entry qualifications of National Diploma in Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management.
This course provides a comprehensive training on Aquatic Life, Marine Ecosystems, Fishing and Farming Practices, and Common Environmental and Bureaucratic Issues concerning in aquaculture facility to assist managers in the operation of the facility.
This course is carried out under the accreditation of the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) and conducted in line with the National Competency Standards (NCS).
After completing the course, you will be able to find a job in the public/privet sector in the areas of Aquafarms, Breeding centers, Processing companies, ornamental fish export companies as Aquaculture Technician or start a self-employment
Course Commencement Dates
- December
Location
- Mattakkuliya
- Tangalle
- Jaffna
- Negombo
- Trincomalee
- Panadura
- Batticaloa
Entry Qualification
- School leavers who studied up to G.C.E. (O/L) Examination
Award
NVQ-4
Course Type
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Language
English / Sinhala
Key Topics
Modules
Course Module
Course Module
- Construct Aquaculture Facility
- Maintain Brood Stock and Carry Out Hatchery Operation
- Carry Out Grow-Out Practice in Different Culture Systems
- Handle Feed in Different Culture Systems
- Practice Integrated Farming Systems
- Carry Out Harvesting and Post-Harvest Activities
- Handle Machinery and Equipment in Aquaculture Practices
- Control and Prevent Diseases
- Workplace Communication
- Professionalism and Technical English
