Training requirements and aquaculture (Abstract)
Goddard, J.S.; Campbell, C.M.; Smith, B. (1989). Training requirements and aquaculture (Abstract), in: De Pauw, N. et al. (Ed.) Aquaculture: a biotechnology in progress: volume 1. pp. 39 In: De Pauw, N. et al. (1989). Aquaculture: a biotechnology in progress: volume 1. European Aquaculture Society: Bredene. ISBN 90-71625-03-6. 1-592 pp., more |
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| Authors | | Top | - Goddard, J.S.
- Campbell, C.M.
- Smith, B.
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| Abstract | Current developments and predicted growth of aquacultural activities, in many regions throughout the world, have stimulated a need for increased provision of aquacultural education and training. The priority of these needs was highlighted at the recent 15th FAO Regional Conference for Europe. Based on direct experience of organising aquaculture training programmes in Europe, Africa, and North America, this paper details the types of courses at present available and explores the requirements for the introduction of effective new training initiatives. A need is recognized for the establishment of further centres of expertise. These may be regional, national or international in the scope of their activities. Courses at present are offered from high school to postgraduate levels and a clear need exists to publicize more widely their availability. Appropriate practical training of aquaculture technicians and technologists presents the greatest challenge for the future. Biology-based courses predominate at present particularly at the graduate and postgraduate levels. Aquaculture training calls for the integration of industrial experience with a wide range of skills, including engineering, fish and shellfish husbandry, and business management. Such courses call for novel approaches to their design, if they are to meet the challenges of a rapidly growing and diversifying industry. |
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