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TK8108

Topics in Fisheries and Aquaculture Cybernetics for PhD students

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Lessons are not given in the academic year 2011/2012

Credits 7.5
Level Doctoral degree level
Language of instruction English and norwegian

About

About the course

Course content

Specialized topics within the application of cybernetic principles and technology to the utilization of marine living resources. The course may be adapted to the research focus of individual students. The course is taught every second year, next time spring 2013.

Learning outcome

Knowledge:
The course aims to strengthen the candidate's skills regarding application of advanced cybernetic methods and technology withn selected areas of the fisheries and aquaculture sector. The content of the seminar will be in the forefront of its field and provide a sound foundation for the candidate's scientific work within this area. Specific knowledge goals for each implementation of the course is specified and approved by IME FU.

Skills:
The candidate will be trained to apply cybernetic methodology in analysis and development of technology relevant for the fisheries/aquaculture sector and will be encouraged to take a critical attitude to established knowledge in the field. Specific skill goals for each implementation of the course is specified and approved by IME FU.

Competence:
The candidate shall be able to put the course topics into a broad technological, economic/business and social context. The candidate must be familiar with ethical issues related to the topics. Specific expertise goals for each implementation of the course is specified and approved by IME FU.

Learning methods and activities

Seminars, study groups, self-tuition, and laboratory/project work.

Course materials

Provided at course start.

Subject areas

  • Water Engineering in Fish Farming
  • Engineering Cybernetics

Contact information

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Engineering Cybernetics