Aquaculture basics module 1 introduction

1. Effective
Communications
in Your Workplace
Session S02

2. Introduction
◼ This session provides you with effective ways for
communication as well as industry “speak” - this refers to the
special terms used in the your industry including scientific
names. The industries we’re dealing include Seafood, Rural
and Companion Animals (pets).
◼ It provides underpinning knowledge for:
SFICORE103B Communicate in the seafood industry.
.
RUV2105A Participate in workplace communications.

3. Important Terms
◼ In these PowerPoint Presentations, a number of
terms are in common use:
◼ Fish refers to a wide range of aquatic animals,
including Finfish, Crustaceans, Molluscs and other
Invertebrates, but not Reptiles or Amphibians.
◼ Livestock refers to aquatic animals & plants, whilst
Stock refers to dry goods & materials.
◼ CU = Competency Unit.

4. Customisations
Finfish - Ponds, Tanks & Raceways
Finfish - Cages
Molluscs (Bivalves & Gastropods) – Openwater, Raceways
Crustaceans - Ponds, Tanks & Raceways
Ornamentals - Ponds, Tanks & Raceways
Reptiles and Amphibians (Crocodiles, Turtles, Frogs)
Plants - Ponds, Tanks & Raceways
Openwater
Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)
Hatcheries
Pet Shops and Ornamental wholesalers

5. Overview
◼ Self Assessment
◼ The Seafood Industry
◼ Wild Fisheries
◼ Aquaculture Terms
◼ Classification of Organisms and Scientific Names
◼ Common and Marketing Names
◼ Communications in your Workplace
◼ Workplace Documents and Systems
◼ Verbal Communications
◼ Workplace Issues and Problem Solving
◼ Estimating and Calculations
◼ Prove Your Knowledge & Skills