Certificate Course on Shrimp Hatchery Operation & Management

Unlock the secrets of shrimp hatchery operation and management with our comprehensive 90-day certificate course. Gain hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge to excel in the aquaculture industry.

Course Duration:

• 15 Days: Orientation, Hands-on Practicals & Analysis at ASDC
• 75 Days: Hands-on Shrimp Hatchery Training – Stay at the Hatchery

Course Overview:

Theory Sessions:

• General Biology, Life Cycle, and Anatomy of Penaeid Shrimp
• Technical Considerations for Establishment of Shrimp Hatchery
• Site Selection, Layout, and Design of Shrimp Hatchery
• Water Intake System, Water Treatment, and Water Quality Management
• Aquatic Quarantine and General Biology of Shrimp
• Brood Stock Management and Induced Maturation
• Spawning, Hatching, Larval Rearing, and Post-Larvae Management
• Live Feed Culture (Phytoplankton, Artemia) and Artificial Feeds
• Banned Drugs and Chemicals in Hatchery
• Health Management and Criteria for Selection of Quality Shrimp Seed
• Role of Probiotics, Phagebiotics, and Immunostimulants in Shrimp Hatchery
• Packing & Transport and Regulations for Shrimp Hatchery

Practical Sessions:

• Analysis of Water Quality Parameters
• Anatomy of the Shrimp
• Microbiology: Isolation and Confirmation of Pathogenic Bacteria through Biochemical Tests
• Haematology
• RT-PCR Test for Diagnosis of Shrimp Virus & EHP

Hands-on Shrimp Hatchery Training:

Stay at the Hatchery (75 Days):

• Understanding the Layout and Various Sections of a Shrimp Hatchery
• Involvement in Water Intake System, Supply, and Treatment of Sea Water
• Brood Stock Management, Spawning, and Hatching
• Live Feed Production (Diatoms & Artemia)
• Frozen and Artificial Diet Supply
• Water Quality Management and Water Exchange
• Aeration and Larval Rearing
• Health and Stock Assessment
• Acclimatisation to the Water Quality of the Shrimp Farm
• Harvesting of Post-Larvae, Packing, and Transport of the Seed

Eligibility of Candidates:

• Educational Qualifications:
  • BSc/BFSc or MSc/MFSc candidates in Zoology, Fisheries, Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Marine Bio-Technology, Coastal Aquaculture, Micro-Biology
• Industry Sponsored Candidates:
  • Educational qualifications are relaxed for those with at least 1 year of relevant experience and understanding of English. Final selection is at the discretion of ASDC.

Certificate:

• Successful candidates will be awarded a certificate by Andhra University & Avanti Foundation.
• Discontinued candidates will not receive a certificate.

Scope:

• Certificate holders will have enhanced employment opportunities in Shrimp Hatcheries.

Course Fees:

• Students: Rs 15,000
• Industry Sponsored: Rs 25,000

Facilities Provided:

• ASDC arranges breakfast, working lunch, tea & snacks, and dormitory accommodation for the initial 15 days.
• Accommodation and other facilities for the remaining 75 days will be managed by the allocated shrimp hatchery operator.

For more information or to register, please contact:

• Email: auavanti.asdc@avantifoundation.in
• Mobile: 9966510545