Aquarium Science - Oregon Coast Community College

Aquarium Science from Oregon Coast Community College is a Campus Associate Fisheries degree that prepares you for a Science career. The Aquarium Science Program offers a comprehensive two-year Associated of Applied Science (AAS) degree and a one-year Certificate that is open only to individuals who already possess a Bachelor?s degree in a life science area. Both the Certificate and the AAS provide theory and practical experience designed to prepare students for a career in aquatic animal husbandry. Students who successfully earn a degree or certificate will be qualified to work in the aquatic animal husbandry profession. They may be eligible for positions as aquarists, aquatic biologists, and keepers. Potential employment opportunities include public zoos and aquariums, ornamental fish retailers and wholesalers, aquaculture businesses, fish hatcheries, research programs, marine educational centers, state and federal natural resource agencies, as well as selfemployment. Program Outcomes Students completing the AAS or certificate will: Accurately communicate, verbally and in writing, scientific concepts, research findings and ideas to professionals and the general public. Maintain, analyze, diagnose and repair aquatic life support systems and their components. Perform basic water quality analysis using standard testing equipment. Maintain healthy animal populations by applying industry standards and practices to aquarium set-up, monitoring, and animal care. Identify healthy, physically compromised animals, and abnormal animal behaviors. Work as a member of a team to conceptualize, plan, construct, and manage environments that promote healthy fishes and invertebrates. View more details on Oregon Coast Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Fisheries courses.