Program Description
The Fisheries Technology program prepares students for employment in a variety of fisheries occupations with emphasis on fish culture and aquaculture. The program offers an Associate in Applied Science degree or a certificate in Fisheries Resources.
The Fisheries Technology program operates the Whatcom Creek Hatchery at the Maritime Heritage Park in Bellingham. The hatchery provides an actual work site for the instructional “laboratory.” This complements the classroom theory and related instruction components. The Fisheries Technology program operates in partnership with several regional and statewide industries and agencies.
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Degree & Certificate Requirements
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Course requirements are scheduled for specific quarters. Students will be advised by the program instructor regarding sequence and schedule of classes.
Generally, classroom instruction is held during morning classroom hours with most lab activities occurring in the afternoon.
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Students may apply for an Associate in Applied Science degree, an Associate in Applied Science - Transfer degree or a certificate upon completion and verification of all requirements and standards.
For more information see Requirements and Standards and Application Procedures
Graduates will demonstrate competency in hatchery methods, and apply appropriate techniques to spawn, incubate, rear and release fish. They will utilize proper use of tools, equipment and protective devices to safeguard against injury to self, others and workplace facilities; and will act responsibly and ethically as an employee by being punctual, adhering to company policies and interacting positively and appropriately with co-workers and supervisors. Graduates will receive, interpret, and convey written, verbal, and graphic information to communicate effectively with co-workers, management, and the general public; compute, calculate, and convert standard and metric measurements for the purposes of disease treatment and prevention, and rearing of fish; and observe and comply with environmental laws and regulations related to fish rearing and the use and disposal of chemicals and drugs. They will use current and emerging computerized systems and software to operate equipment, calculate results, keep records, and enter data on proper forms and records and will attend industry workshops and conferences to stay current with new and emerging research, equipment, and techniques.
Application & Registration
Students may enroll in the Fisheries Technology program at the start of the fall or winter quarter and at other times during the year with instructor permission. Admission is offered on a space available basis. Students may enroll full-time or part-time. Part-time enrollment requires instructor permission.
For more information see Admissions
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