Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Aquaculture Systems
Paraprofessional Institute of Aquaculture Technology (PPIAT), Directorate of Incubation and Vocational Training in Aquaculture (DIVA), ECR – Muttukadu, Chennai – 603 112
Overview
Advanced Aquaculture Systems like Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS), Biofloc culture systems, Aquaponics and Raceways are gaining importance as the demand for aquaculture products is increasing. These culture systems produce more fish in limited space and therefore require skilled persons with sound technical knowledge. To fulfil the skilled manpower need of modern aquaculture practices, this PG Diploma is especially designed for working professionals and students who may want additional graduate experience leading to employment and income generating opportunities. Students can also do start-ups and become consultants.
Learning methodology
- Seminar presentation – students and working professionals are encouraged to present on scientific topics.
- Laboratory and practical learning – learning by doing is an essential part of many courses.
- Field trips – field work or field trips are a compulsory element.
- Guest lectures – experts from the aquaculture industry and state and central institutes.
- Project work – compulsory; a Project Report is submitted before the end of the second semester.
Job opportunities
- Start-ups
- Consultants
- Farm Management
- Marketing Manager
Laboratories
- Feed quality analysis lab
- Soil and water quality analysis lab
- Microbiology lab
- Fish disease diagnosis lab
- UG and PG practical labs
- Wet lab
Demonstration units
- Extruded feed unit
- Pellet feed unit
- Shrimp culture outdoor unit
- Indoor aquaculture complex
- Recirculatory Aquaculture System
- Biofloc culture unit
- Aquaponics unit
- Cage culture unit in reservoir
- Cage culture unit in lake
Eligibility
- Any undergraduate and postgraduate degree of Science and Technology from recognized Universities.
- Students and working professionals from PAN India and abroad can also apply.
- There is no age limit for the candidates.
Selection procedure
The admission will be based on the TNJFU counselling process.
Counselling
Candidates are advised to bring their applications with two sets of attested copies of the certificates originally uploaded, and to affix their original passport-size photograph and signature on the application form, when attending the counselling session.
Fee information
Application fee
| SC / ST candidates | ₹ 500 |
|---|---|
| Other candidates | ₹ 1,000 |
Conflicting values in the PG Diploma prospectus: "How to apply" states Rs.500/- (SC/ST), Rs.1000/- (others) and US$ 15 (international) online; the Instructions page states Rs.750/- (SC/ST) and Rs.1500/- (others) by Demand Draft. To be confirmed by the PG Admission Committee.
Programme fees (exclusive of hostel and food charges)
| Candidates | I Semester | II Semester | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian candidates | ₹ 40,000 | ₹ 35,000 | ₹ 75,000 |
| Foreign candidates | US$ 550 | US$ 450 | US$ 1,000 |
Documents required
| # | Document | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Passport-size photograph
Recent passport-size photograph.
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Required |
| 2 |
Signature of the candidate
|
Required |
| 3 |
Signature of the parent / guardian
Signature of the parent / guardian.
|
Required |
| 4 |
Nativity Certificate (prescribed format)
In the format given in the prospectus – signed by the VAO and countersigned by an officer not below the rank of Deputy Tahsildar.
|
Required – If applicable |
| 5 |
Proof of date of birth
S.S.L.C. / H.S.C. mark sheet or first page of Service Register.
|
Required |
| 6 |
Transfer Certificate / Migration Certificate
|
Required |
| 7 |
Community Certificate
Obtained from the competent authority. Employees of TNJFU / Government of Tamil Nadu may enclose the first page of their Service Register.
|
Required – If claiming communal reservation |
| 8 |
Provisional / Degree Certificate of qualifying degree
|
Required |
| 9 |
Statement of Marks / Report cards / Transcript card
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Required |
| 10 |
Conduct Certificate
From the Head of the Institution last studied.
|
Required |
| 11 |
Forwarding authority / permission certificate (employed candidates)
Employees of TNJFU / State or Central Government / other organisations must produce the permission certificate at counselling; otherwise not eligible.
|
Employed candidates |
| 12 |
Any other relevant documents
|
Optional |
Failure to submit the mandatory documents (Sl. No. 1 to 7 of the prospectus list) will make the candidate ineligible for admission.
Course curriculum
| Course no. | Name of the course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Semester I | ||
| AAS 101 | Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems | 4 (2+2) |
| AAS 102 | Biofloc Technology | 4 (2+2) |
| AAS 103 | Aquaponics | 3 (2+1) |
| AAS 104 | Advanced Aquaculture systems | 5 (3+2) |
| AAS 105 | Artificial intelligence in Aquaculture | 4 (3+1) |
| Semester II | ||
| AAS 111 | Project work | 30 (0+30) |
| Total credits | 50 | |
Employees of the Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University / State or Central Government or other organizations must produce a certificate from the concerned authorities permitting him/her to undergo the course on part / full-time basis at the time of counselling. The candidate will not be eligible if he/she fails to produce the certificate.