Aquaculture Processing Technology Associate Degree Program is a training program designed to train technical personnel specialized in the processing, storage and marketing of marine and freshwater products. The main objective of this program is to train graduates who can apply scientific and technological methods in the processing of aquaculture products, ensure quality control and product safety, follow and apply innovations in the sector.
The curriculum of the program includes basic knowledge on the biology, chemistry and nutritional values of seafood products, but also covers topics such as processing, preservation and packaging of these products. Students learn various processing techniques such as processing, freezing, salting, drying and canning of fish and other seafood products. In addition, topics such as food safety, quality control methods and marketing of seafood are also important parts of the training.
As an educational methodology, practical applications and laboratory studies are of great importance as well as theoretical lectures. Students experience the production processes of processed seafood products by receiving practical training in real production environments. These practical trainings provide students with valuable information about preparation for business life and real situations in the sector.
There are various career opportunities for graduates of the program. Graduates can work in aquaculture processing plants, quality control laboratories, food safety and inspection areas. They can also be employed in research and development departments or in positions related to marketing and sales of aquaculture products.
The Aquaculture Processing Technology program also offers internship and practice opportunities to students. These internships allow students to cooperate with companies in the sector, apply the theoretical knowledge they receive in practical environments and gain professional experience. Such experiences increase the chances of graduates finding a job and allow them to grow in accordance with the needs of the sector.