MSAP Modules 5 to 8
Program Outline
Module 5 - Diseases and Treatments
Examines the various groups of diseases – protozoans, bacteria, fungus, virus etc. Once a diagnosis is made – how do you successfully treat the problem using a holistic approach? Non-infectious diseases, such as gas bubble disease, will also be covered.
Module 6 - Nutrition and Reproduction
The basics of nutrition - protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. What they are and why they are important? Types of foods, including live foods and their production. Covers food acquisition, storage, preparation and handling. Will also address target feeding of specimens in a mixed species display. The importance of nutrition on the immune system. Reproduction and basic genetics.
Module 7 - Elasmobranchs
Deals solely with elasmobranchs which are a vital part of our large aquarium displays. It will examine anatomy and physiology as they differ from teleosts, as well as any other differences in handling, sample techniques, diseases and treatments etc. Shark transport and exhibit design for sharks will be addressed. Reproduction including artificial techniques are included in this module.
Module 8 - Cephalopods and Crustaceans
Examines anatomy and physiology as well as husbandry and breeding. Diagnostics will be covered, as well as diseases and treatments.
Aquatic Animal Welfare
Welcome to The Aquarium Vet Aquatic Animal Welfare Module of the E-quarist course. To our existing students, we simply say enjoy. If you are new to the E-quarist course this module will give you a taste of the wonderful learning opportunity that awaits you if you wish to study other modules.
The module will take about three hours to complete, including a short examination. After passing the examination, you will be able to print a Certificate of Completion.
The Aquarium Vet hopes that you find this module helpful in improving the welfare of the animals in your care. We always appreciate any feedback or comments. In future we will include more Case Studies as to how these welfare principles are applied. Please feel free to submit any such Case Studies that we can include in future versions. This module represents a toolbox that using this information, a Curatorial / Husbandry team are capable of reviewing each individual display at their institution with a fresh set of eyes to advance the welfare of their aquatic animals.
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- Unlimited Access to the LMS to complete four modules within 12 months from registration.
- Each module consists of 35,000 – 45,000 words, with accompanying pictures adding up to approximately 160 – 180 page document. The time involved in reading the material and sitting the examination would be approximately 15 to 20 hours for each module.
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