AGRI 133 - Introduction to Aquaponics

1. Describe the components of an aquaponic growing system.
2. Evaluate growing capacity for a given area.
3. Outline the pros and cons of natural light versus artificial light in an aquaponic system.
4. Describe and evaluate media and floating raft beds in an aquaponic system.
5. Evaluate vegetable and microgreen production using aquaponics.
6. Explain the principles of nitrification and how they impact fish health.
7. Investigate methods of solid waste removal in an aquaponic system.
8. Explain the basic concepts of water chemistry.
9. Evaluate suitability of different aquatic organisms in an aquaponic system.
10. Examine career opportunities in aquaponics.

• Function of grow beds, tanks, filters and pumps in an aquaponic system
• Size pumps, lines, filters and grow beds for a system
• Design a small aquaponic growing system for a greenhouse
• Design a small aquaponic growing system using artificial light
• Natural light versus artificial light from different sources
• How oxygen is supplied to roots in media and floating raft beds
• Design differences between ebb and flow systems and continual flow systems
• Suitability of different vegetables for aquaponic systems
• Suitability of microgreens and herbs for aquaponic systems
• How water is filtered for healthy fish growth
• Water quality parameters for a healthy fish environment

 
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