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Pending professional review: this program and its curriculum has not yet been verified by a licensed professional in the field. Study draft only.
Aquaculture & Marine Science Tech
9–12 mo full-time · 1800 clock hours. VT-BUILD-V1 #9754 (2026-09-25): courses, lessons and assessments written for the trade by the build hub; draft pending review.
Core curriculum
Workplace safety, lockout/tagout, PPE, and hazard recognitionapplied math and scientific measurementtechnical reading, writing, and workplace communicationcareer planning and job-search skillsfish and shellfish biology, husbandry, and production systemswater quality monitoring, testing, and managementhatchery design, daily operations, and record-keepingreef restoration methods and marine habitat principlesintroduction to commercial diving equipment, procedures, and regulationscapstone project integrating program competenciesexternship and worksite placement in an aquaculture or marine science settingpreparation for PADI and ADCI certification examinations
Course & assessment plan
9 courses · 1,800 clock hours · tuition $18,420 COMPLIMENTARY (exam and licensing fees separate; see tuition). Universal core → one competency course per curriculum area → capstone → externship/clinical → exam prep. Open the full plan with every assessment.
Certification & licensure
| Credential | Type | Issuing body |
|---|---|---|
| ADCI Commercial Diver | Industry certification | Association of Diving Contractors International |
| PADI Open Water-Rescue | Industry certification | Professional Association of Diving Instructors |
Universal core (all programs)
| Module | Hours |
|---|---|
| Workplace safety (OSHA 10) | 10 |
| First aid / CPR / AED | 8 |
| Applied math & measurement | 40 |
| Technical reading & writing | 30 |
| Digital literacy (IC3/MOS) | 30 |
| Career readiness (NCCER Core / WorkKeys) | 30 |
Stackable pathways
Animal & Aquatic: Aquaculture & Marine Science Tech → Veterinary Technology / Vet Assistant
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