Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
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The fisheries and aquatic sciences program prepares students for professional careers in fisheries research and management, information and education, and interdisciplinary investigations of environmental problems with emphasis on fresh water systems. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science Degree and meet certification requirements of the American Fisheries Society.
What do you do?
As a fisheries scientist, you are charged with protecting and enhancing fish populations and aquatic communities. You work with streams, rivers, ponds, lakes, reservoirs systems and, potentially, aquaculture systems. You monitor fish and aquatic communities by collecting data on number and species of fish and other aquatic organisms, analyze food webs and food availability, and develop and implement management plans that increase the sustainability of these communities. This program leads to two primary job titles: fisheries biologist and aquatic biologist. You could also become involved in aquaculture and become an aquaculturist.
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- Alumni Perspectives
- Recent Employment/Employers
- Aquaculturist – Archer Daniels Midland
- Water Quality Specialist – Little Traverse Bay Bands of Ottawa Indians
- Assistant Fisheries Biologist – Indiana Department of Natural Resources
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- Professional Organizations
- Curriculum (pdf)
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If you want more information, visit our information request form. Another excellent way to learn more is to schedule a visit. Please note that you want to schedule a visit on the information request form or call the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources at 765-494-3591.
