- Written Assessment
- Practical Assessment
Course Code: TGS-2025053333
Funding Validity Period: 01/05/2025 to 30/04/2027
Our WSQ Hi-Tech Shrimp Farming course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to operate a biosecure, technology-driven, and sustainable shrimp farm.
This course is perfect for aspiring aquaculture professionals and seasoned farmers looking to upgrade their operations.
Teaching Method
Classroom Facilitated Training and Practical Training (Work-Based/Workplace Learning)
Class Size
16
Course Attendance
Classroom Facilitated Training and Practical Training (Work-Based/Workplace Learning)
Our WSQ Hi-Tech Shrimp Farming course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to operate a biosecure, technology-driven, and sustainable shrimp farm.
This course is perfect for aspiring aquaculture professionals and seasoned farmers looking to upgrade their operations.
Participants should have a basic understanding of English and mathematics to follow the course content effectively.
Interest in Aquaculture.
- Introduction to Hi-Tech Shrimp Farming
- An overview of modern shrimp farming techniques
- Importance of sustainability and biosecurity in aquaculture
- Aquatic Health & Biosecurity
- Understand and implement disease prevention strategies.
- Master pathogen control techniques
- Apply GAP-compliant biosecurity measures to ensure the health and safety of shrimp stock
- Technology-Driven Farming
- Gain proficiency in using Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)
- Operate automated feeding systems effectively
- Monitor water quality and analyze real-time data to optimize farming operations
- Sustainable & Efficient Operations
- Learn responsible farm management practices
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (SFA, NEA, AVA)
- Implement environmentally friendly techniques to maintain sustainable and efficient farm operations
- Post-Harvest & Market Readiness
- Develop skills in harvest optimization
- Master processing and quality control techniques
- Enhance the market value of shrimp through effective post-harvest practices
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This course is applicable for SkillsFuture Funding up to 70%.
*From 1 Jan 2022, SkillsFuture course funding will be revised to a baseline of 50% subsidy, with an additional 20% subsidy (up to 70% subsidy) for SMEs and Mid-career individuals (Singapore citizens above 40 years old) . Do note that the funding amount advised is not final and is subject to changes.
If you are a Singaporean aged 25 and above, you can choose to use your SkillsFuture Credit to offset the payment for this course. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website www.skillsfuture.sg/credit to choose from the wide range of approved skills-related courses available on the SkillsFuture Credit course directory.
Based on the successful completion of the course and assessment, a Statement of Attainment (SOA) from the Skillfuture Singapore (SSG) will be awarded to the trainee.
