Aquarium and Fishkeeping
Level 2
 
Title of learning programme Aquarium and Fishkeeping Programme
Programme level 2
Duration of learning programme 11 weeks x 10 hours*
Total number of learning hours per programme 110**

* Unlike traditional schools, colleges or universities, there are no terms, semesters, or specified intake dates for our uniquely flexible distance education courses. Our system of continuous enrolment means that our students can enrol on any day and at any time of the year. This allows our students the freedom to plan their studies to fit in with their lifestyle or work commitments.

** Please note that this is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and also how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each module there is a question paper which needs to be completed and returned to your personal tutor.

Structure
 
Module Module Title
1

The Aquaria Hobby
2

Equipment
3

Water
4

Anatomy
5

Selection
6

Breeding
7   The Total Aquarium
8   Maintenance
 

Learning Outcomes
 

Module 1 – The Aquaria Hobby.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Examine the history of the aquaria hobby, how it aids in relaxation and the different types of aquaria
LO2   Describe how an aquaria hobby is beneficial
LO3   Discuss the importance of species preservation
LO4   Identify the role aesthetic value plays in an aquarium
 

Module 2 - Equipment.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce and discuss the various equipment necessary in fish keeping
LO2   Evaluate the importance of choosing the correct tank
LO3   Discuss when a biological filtration would be used
LO4   Summarise when temperature monitoring comes into play
 

Module 3 - Water.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss Water Conditioning and Filtration
LO2   Analyse the importance of preparing water for the tank
LO3   Summarise when the control of water quality becomes important
LO4   Describe where you would use additives
 

Module 4 - Anatomy.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Evaluate the evolution, anatomy, classification and distribution of fish
LO2   Examine why it is important to study fish anatomy
LO3   Summarise how you classify different fish
 

Module 5 - Selection.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine fish placement, feeding and disease
LO2   Analyse why a fish’s health is important
LO3   Describe how observation is important in fish keeping
LO4   Judge where contra-indications are found
 

Module 6 - Breeding.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce and discuss the major aspects of fish breeding
LO2   Introduce 2 factors to consider with regard to fish compatibility
LO3   List the fundamental principles of successful breeding
 
Module 7 - The Total Aquarium.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss what needs to be considered when preparing and setting up an aquarium
LO2   Examine the importance of ornamental materials
LO3   Identify at what point of preparation water set-up occurs
LO4   Summarise at what point a set-up routine is of consequence
 
Module 8 - Maintenance.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Describe the various aquarium maintenance routines and summarise common issues that the hobbyist may have to confront
LO2   Discuss how ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ corals differ

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