Biological Systems Engineering
Aquaculture Engineering Specialization
Aquacultural engineers design, build and manage equipment and systems for the production of aquatic plants and animals. Aquacultural engineers need to have a solid understanding of biology, especially processes related to water quality changes, to be able to work with the wide variety of systems used for aquaculture production (systems range from low input earthen ponds, to indoor systems with water treatment and recirculation). The elective courses recommended for the specialization, therefore, include fish biology and production as well as water quality and treatment. In general, employment opportunities for aquacultural engineers are with engineering consulting companies and with government agencies.
Recommended Biological Science Electives
| Quarter Offered | Course & Number | Units | Course Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| II | ABT 161 | 3 | Water Quality Management for Aquaculture |
| II | ANS 118 | 4 | Fish Production |
| II | WFB 121 | 4 | Physiology of Fishes |
Recommended Engineering Electives
| Quarter Offered | Course & Number | Units | Course Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| III | ABT 163 | 3 | Aquaculture Systems Engineering |
| I | ECI 140 | 3 | Environmental Analysis of Aqueous Systems |
| I | ECI 140L | 1 | Environmental Analysis of Aqueous Systems Lab |
| I,III | ECI 141 | 3 | Engineering Hydraulics |
| I,III | ECI 141L | 1 | Engineering Hydraulics Lab |
| II,III | ECI 148A | 3 | Water Quality Management |
| III | ECI 148B | 3 | Water Quality Management System Design |
Suggested Adviser:
R. Piedrahita